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With Father's Day right around the corner, we had to take a moment to celebrate some of the fathers who are serving both the city and their families. Meet Marcus Watts, the creative mind behind much of the City of Birmingham's branding, and how his children influence his creativity.
06/17/2026
🚨🔥 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🔥🚨
No more waiting. Your future starts TODAY! đźš”
Birmingham Police Department Physical Agility Screening is happening TODAY! Come ready to push yourself, prove yourself, and take the first step toward a career of service, purpose, and excellence.
📅 TODAY — Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 1 PM • 3 PM • 6 PM
đź“Ť Birmingham Police Academy
401 6th Avenue South
$10,000 Sign-Bonus
Contact: 205-254-1712
**Bulk trash and brush collection updates**
The following neighborhoods were completed on Tuesday, June 16:
--Ensley District
Central Park
13 Loads For 56.56 Tons To The Landfill
On Schedule
--North Birmingham District
Inglenook
9 Loads For 40.77 Tons To The Landfill
On Schedule
--Southside District
5 Points South
Highland Park
East Avondale
12 Loads For 50.73 Tons To The Landfill
On Schedule
--East End District
Still In South Roebuck
9 Loads For 53.57 Tons To The Landfill
1 Day Behind
The following neighborhoods are scheduled to be serviced Wednesday, June 17:
Belview Heights
East Birmingham
South Woodlawn
Kingston
Crestline
Eastwood
Overton
South Roebuck
Huffman
06/16/2026
đź“Ł TONIGHT! Join us to celebrate Birmingham's Sustainability Plan.
🕠5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Birmingham City Hall — 710 N 20th Street
Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome!
đź”— www.bhamsustainabilityplan.com
As temperatures continually rise, the City of Birmingham is partnering with community organizations, libraries, recreation centers, and service providers to offer cooling stations throughout the city for residents seeking relief from extreme heat.
Cooling stations will be activated whenever temperatures reach 95 degrees or higher, including the heat index or “feels like” temperature. These locations provide air-conditioned spaces where residents can cool down, hydrate, and reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.
The initiative is designed to support Birmingham’s most vulnerable residents, including older adults, individuals experiencing homelessness, families without reliable air conditioning, and anyone in need of a safe place to escape dangerous temperatures.
“Extreme heat can be more than uncomfortable; it can be life-threatening,” said Alanah Melton, director of unhoused strategies for the City of Birmingham. “We want every resident to know there are safe, welcoming places throughout Birmingham where they can find relief, stay hydrated, and protect their health during periods of excessive heat.”
Cooling stations are available in every quadrant of the city and include the Birmingham Public Library Central Branch, Five Points West Library, North Birmingham Library, Southside Library, Woodlawn Library, Harrison Recreation Center, the City of Birmingham’s Fitness Center, Faith Chapel Care Center, Firehouse Ministries, One Roof, and Pathways.
Residents are encouraged to check on elderly family members, neighbors, and friends during periods of extreme heat and seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
For a complete list of cooling station locations and operating hours, visit www.birminghamal.gov/homelessness or follow the city’s social media channels for updates during heat events.
Here is a list of cooling stations:
CENTRAL
Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place
Mondays, Wednesdays through Saturdays: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Tuesdays 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Faith Chapel Care Center, 921 2nd Ave. North,
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Pathways, 409 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North
Monday through Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Firehouse Ministries, 626 2nd Ave. North
2–5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
NORTH
North Birmingham Library, 2501 31st Ave. N
Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesdays 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fitness Center, 421 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Blvd
Monday 5:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Tuesday 5:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday 5:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday 5:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday 5:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Sunday Closed
WEST
Five Points West Library, 4812 Ave. W.
Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
One Roof, 730 8th Ave. West
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
SOUTH
Harrison Recreation Center, 901 17th St SW
Monday 12–5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 12–5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 12–5:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Friday 12–5:30 p.m.
Saturday 12–5:30 p.m.
Sunday 12–5:30 p.m.
Southside Library, 1814 11th Ave. South
Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
EAST
Woodlawn Library, 5709 1st Ave. N
Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
**Bulk trash and brush collection updates**
The following neighborhoods have been completed as of Monday, June 15:
--Ensley District
Germania Park
Green Acres
Oxmoor Valley
8 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--North Birmingham District
Hooper City
Smithfield Estates
Thomas
11 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--Southside District
Crestwood South
Redmont Park
8 Loads To the Landfill
On Schedule
--East End District
Roebuck
Liberty Highlands
7 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
The following neighborhoods are on schedule to be serviced today Tuesday June 16:
Central Park
Inglenook
East Avondale
Highland Park
Five Points South
South Roebuck
**Bulk trash and brush collection updates**
The following neighborhoods have been completed as of Saturday, June 13:
--Ensley District
Wylam
25 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--North Birmingham District
North Crestwood
North Avondale
Woodlawn
19 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--Southside District
Southside
Forest Park
13 Loads To the Landfill
On Schedule
--East End District
Apple Valley
Sun Valley
Echo Highlands
Bridlewood
15 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
The following neighborhoods are on schedule to be serviced today Monday June 15:
Germania Park
Green Acres
Oxmoor Valley
Hooper City
Smithfield Estate
Thomas
Crestwood South
Redmont Park
Liberty Highlands
Roebuck
06/12/2026
Mayor Woodfin joined community leaders Thursday as Junior Achievement cut the ribbon on its new $18 million McWane Economic Education Center. The 30,000 square foot regional facility, located in downtown. This site will provide financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship programs to more than 20,000 students each year.
06/12/2026
Congratulations to Hope Inspired Ministries, a 2026 BOLD Awardee changing lives through workforce development!
Their comprehensive approach includes life coaching, case management, credentials, and long-term job placement support. By removing barriers and building confidence, they’re helping Birmingham residents move toward stable employment and lasting economic independence!
**Bulk trash and brush collection updates**
The following neighborhoods have been completed as of Thursday, June 11:
--Ensley District
North Pratt
Sandusky
South Pratt
Tuxedo
14 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--North Birmingham District
Bush Hills
College Hills
Graymont
15 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
--Southside District
South Titusville
Southside
8 Loads To the Landfill
On Schedule
--East End District
Springlake
12 Loads to the Landfill
On Schedule
The following neighborhoods are on schedule to be serviced today Friday, June 12:
Wylam
Forest Park
North Crestwood
North Avondale
Woodlawn
Echo Highland
Apple Valley
Sun Valley
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |