For those that have not yet heard, Babec, a gorilla in residence at the Birmingham Zoo and famous for being the first zoo animal to receive a pacemaker, was euthanized this earlier today. The Western Lowland gorilla was 27 years … Continue reading →

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So, Birmingham’s hip to be civic group has decided to roll out a new logo… It’s currently available for viewing as the photo for their profile on Facebook (registration required), but not yet for their website… What do you think?

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1860: The Shelby Furnace produced the first finished iron bar to be made in Alabama. 1927: The Birmingham Public Library opened its doors on Woodrow Wilson Park. 2007: The Birmingham Design Review Committee approved demolition of the historic Birmingham News … Continue reading →

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Sam and Christina have pretty much figured out how they’re spending the weekend. While we’re still about a couple of weeks away from the music festival season starting in Birmingham, they’ve figured out a good way to do both before … Continue reading →

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Tuesday’s vote dedicating approximately $48 million for the redevelopment of the Fair Park property on the city’s west side raised some interesting questions, and hope. It might also be raising concerns as just under $1 billion has been now earmarked … Continue reading →

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1956: Frank Matthews was born in Ohio. Kenneth Adams, E. L. Vinson & Willis Vinson assaulted singer Nat King Cole on stage during a performance at Municipal Auditorium. 1994: Michael Jordan got his first hit as a Birmingham Baron, singling … Continue reading →

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Here’s your chance to go on a special guided tour of the newly restored Ruffner Wetland. Space is limited so advance reservations are required. We will meet at the Visitor Center and carpool to the wetland where you will learn … Continue reading →

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