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#bhamchat returns tonight!

07.6.2010 by André Natta · 1 Comment

The Terminal played host to what was believed to be the first Twitter-based chat focused on a city when it launched #bhamchat last June. We’ve taken a few months off and have a few more tricks up our sleeves later this summer in terms of where it may be going, but needless to say, #bhamchat returns tonight. Continue reading

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Le Tour de Birmingham arrives on Saturday

06.29.2010 by André Natta · 0 Comments

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Birmingham’s cycling cooperative, BiCi Coop, is holding a unique fundraiser during the month of July – one that should help raise the awareness of cycling here in the Magic City while also raising funds for this important non-profit. Continue reading

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On the agenda: Rowdy clubs get noticed

06.29.2010 by André Natta · 0 Comments

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This morning’s City Council agenda includes following through on a promise to crack down on some of the city’s rowdier clubs while providing infrastructural support for a couple of local cultural institutions. Continue reading

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More microbrews for Birmingham

06.28.2010 by André Natta · 0 Comments

Avondale Brewing Company under construction. Via Fan Page on Facebook.

Birminghamians enjoy their beer and soon residents of Alabama’s largest city will have a second local option to consider when they want to drink local brews. The new brewery will also no doubt bring additional attention to the city’s Avondale commercial district. The word’s already gotten out about it too – at least it’s getting a head start thanks to Facebook. Continue reading

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New editor, website for Birmingham Weekly

06.28.2010 by André Natta · 0 Comments

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One of Birmingham, AL’s alternative newspapers is rolling out several changes in the coming days. Birmingham Weekly will be introducing a familiar face to longtime readers of this site as its new editor while unveiling a new look to its website next week. Continue reading

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GOP candidates for Alabama governor debate tonight

06.25.2010 by André Natta · 0 Comments

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While the Democratic nominee for Alabama governor has already been determined, there’s still a runoff to be held on the Republican side. The Young Republican Federation of Alabama has invited both of the candidates in the runoff, Bradley Byrne and Robert Bentley, to participate in a debate this evening in Birmingham, AL, with the event being simulcast online and on the radio. Continue reading

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Birmingham to Atlanta high-speed rail study announced

06.24.2010 by André Natta · 2 Comments

It may still be a few years away, but thanks to a public/private partnership (and some federal stimulus dollars), next week consultants will be taking the first steps towards potentially establishing a high-speed rail link between Birmingham, AL and Atlanta, GA. Continue reading

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