https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/10/24/magic-city-classic-makes-it-rain-across-the-birmingham-area/
Oct 25, 2025 - The annual rivalry game draws thousands of fans to the area — and its hotels, restaurants and stores — for almost a week of festivities.
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/11/10/woodfin-names-new-birmingham-leadership-team-ahead-of-nov-25-term-start/
Nov 12, 2025 - Key leaders from his current administration will be returning, but some are in new roles.
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/11/06/silence-is-sour-for-applicant-as-zoning-request-for-storage-facility-dies/
Nov 7, 2025 - Scotty Prince says his dream died for lack of a motion.
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/10/18/thousands-rally-in-birmingham-as-part-of-no-kings-protests/
Oct 20, 2025 - They gathered in RailRoad Park to protest Trump policies and spread a prodemocracy, antiauthoritarian message.
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/11/04/birmingham-approves-1-million-in-emergency-food-aid-for-snap-recipients/
Nov 5, 2025 - As the government shutdown halts SNAP funding, the Birmingham City Council partners with United Way to provide relief for thousands of local residents...
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/10/28/alexander-tate-take-the-helm-as-new-birmingham-council-sworn-in/
Oct 30, 2025 - Three new members and two new leaders were seated Tuesday.
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https://birminghamwatch.org/2025/11/17/birmingham-council-weighs-600k-for-park-amid-scrutiny-of-homeless-services/
Nov 19, 2025 - Several councilors questioned the effectiveness of the city’s contract with Urban Alchemy.
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