Each year in Birmingham, Alabama, one of the most meaningful gatherings for Black business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders takes place — the A.G. Gaston Conference. Now in its third decade, this annual conference continues to honor the legacy of […]
On Sunday, January 18, The Birmingham Divine Brunch Affair transformed Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend into a powerful celebration of Black culture, fellowship, and collective purpose. The event, held at Michael’s Restuarant, welcomed members of the Divine 9 from across […]
A Plain-Language Timeline of the Central Alabama Water Takeover 1. Birmingham Originally Controlled Its Own Water System For decades, the City of Birmingham controlled its water through the Birmingham Water Works Board (BWWB).The system was built, expanded, and paid for […]
Water systems are not just pipes and treatment plants—they are public assets tied directly to economic opportunity, accountability, and community trust. For many Black communities in Birmingham, concerns surrounding Central Alabama Water go beyond service delivery. They touch on long-standing […]
The transition to Central Alabama Water is already in effect. Control has shifted, governance has changed, and the system is now operating under a new regional structure. For community-based organizations like the Black Contractors Association – Alabama Chapter, the question […]
It’s a fair question—and one many Birmingham residents ask once they really stop to think about it. There is no large lake sitting inside the city limits of Birmingham supplying drinking water. No reservoir tucked behind neighborhoods. No visible body […]
Birmingham, AL — Cinematographer and media production genius, Kevin “Krispy” Key, who converted a downtown warehouse into the landmark media production studio, Moon Men DJS (MMDJS), is one of the city’s secret weapons behind Pastor Mike McClure Jr.’s 2025 Stellar Award-winning music video, “Amen.” The hit song, […]
An organization rooted in service, unity, and legacy is inviting Birmingham and surrounding communities to be part of history. On January 31, 2026, the Knights of Pythias will host a special educational and membership event at Birmingham Easonian Baptist Bible […]
For generations, football hasn’t just been a sport in Alabama—it’s been an identity. The Iron Bowl rivalry, Friday Night Lights played out across small towns and cities, and the countless young athletes pushed to chase their limits have all helped […]
Bistro on 19th in Bessemer recently served as more than just a restaurant and event venue — it became a classroom, a gathering space, and a source of inspiration during a Young Entrepreneurs Round Table hosted by Mara Ruffin Blackmon. […]
