Birmingham, AL|News|
'COVID-19 Vaccine Selfies' Might Be A Bad Idea: Report
Posting photos on social media of your vaccination card could be revealing more information than you would like.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Alabama: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Alabama are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Birmingham, AL|News|
Miles College Offering COVID-19 Vaccines Thursday
COVID-19 vaccines will be available for eligible recipients Thursday at Miles College beginning at 9 a.m.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Gov. Ivey Urges Use Of Masks After Mandate Expires
The statewide mask order expires April 9, but Gov. Kay Ivey says people should still wear them in public.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
23 Percent Of JeffCo Adults At Least Partially Vaccininated
The ADPH says at least 22 percent of adults in Alabama have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Trussville, AL|News|
UAB COVID-19 Vaccine Site Opens In Center Point Friday
Cathedral of the Cross joins UAB Highlands, Parker High School and the Hoover Met as vaccination locations run by UAB in Jefferson County.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Alabama To Expand Access To COVID-19 Vaccine To Next Phase
The COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan will enter Phase 1c soon, which includes people 55 and older and those with health conditions.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Birmingham City Schools To Consider Revised School Calendar
A survey for parents of BCS students will be considered when the school board votes on the 2021-22 calendar.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Alabama Community Colleges Not Raising Tuition For 2021-22
The Alabama Community College System announced that tuition will remain the same for the upcoming school year.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Trussville, AL|News|
UAB To Open New COVID-19 Vaccine Site In Center Point
After a slow start, Alabama is catching up to other states in its COVID-19 vaccine roll-out, due in part to UAB's drive-thru vaccine sites.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Masks Should Be Worn After Mandate Expires: AL Health Director
Dr. Scott Harris of the Alabama Department of Public Health recommends masks be worn even after the statewide mandate expires in April.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Across Alabama|News|
CVS Offering COVID-19 Vaccines In Alabama: See Details, Locations
CVS pharmacies in Alabama are offering free COVID-19 vaccines in select stores across the state.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
What Ivey's New Safety Order Means For Schools, Businesses
Although the statewide mask order will remain for another month, Gov. Kay Ivey did announce other changes to the state's COVID-19 orders.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Vestavia Hills, AL|News|
Vestavia Lawmaker Seeks To Limit County Health Director's Power
Rep. David Wheeler (R- Vestavia Hills) has sponsored a bill that would force Dr. Mark Wilson to consult a board before emergency orders.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Mountain Brook, AL|News|
Mountain Brook Schools Employees Get Coronavirus Vaccine
More than 230 Mountain Brook Schools employees received their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine last week.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Across Alabama|News|
AL Coronavirus Vaccine Hub: Where, Who And How To Get Immunized
Find the latest information here on who is eligible to be vaccinate in Alabama and how to schedule an appointment.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
New Coronavirus Cases In Jefferson County: Numbers Falling
Jefferson County has reported fewer than 100 new cases of COVID-19 in five of the last seven days.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Vaccine Efforts Effective In Underrepresented Communities: UAB
UAB reports it has given almost 21 percent of its vaccine allocation to Black individuals, a better rate than almost every state.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
BJCC Announces Safety Measures For Future Events
The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex has put in place special safety measures for coming events.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Local Organization Offers Free COVID-19 Mental Health Services
Alabama Apart Together is offering an emotional support information line and other free services to help Alabamians cope with the pandemic.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
UAB Studies Perceptions Of Coronavirus In Minority Communities
UAB recently released a study on the perceptions of coronavirus in Alabama's minority communities.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
UAB Soon To Open Parker High School Coronavirus Vaccine Site
The Parker site will have drive-through and walk-up lanes on-site for those who access public transportation or live nearby.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Hoover, AL|News|
Hoover Met Opens For Drive-By COVID-19 Vaccinations
Drive-by COVID-19 vaccinations began this week at the Hoover Met, as hundreds received vaccines from UAB.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Across Alabama|News|
Huntsville Ballet Returns To Stage With 'Bridge the Ballet'
After having to cancel its annual performance of "The Nutcracker," in December, the Huntsville Ballet will return to the stage in February.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Miles College Joins Fight For Equity In COVID-19 Vaccinations
Miles College entered into a partnership with Acclinate for equity in COVID-19 vaccinations and clinical research trials.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Across Alabama|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Can Be Made Via New Alabama Website
The Alabama Department of Health has launched a new website for Alabamians to make an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Hoover, AL|News|
Hoover Teachers Certified As Youth Mental Health First Aiders
More than two dozen teachers from R.F. Bumpus Middle School were certified as Youth Mental Health First Aiders Wednesday morning.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Soon Available To Alabamians Age 65 And Older
Gov. Kay Ivey said Alabamians age 65-74 will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in February.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
How Alabama Is Weathering Pandemic: See New Weekly Virus Data
The Biden Administration has begun releasing weekly updates on each state, including how that state stacks up against the country at large.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Alabama School Of Fine Arts Launches Digital Performance Series
ASFA has introduced a new digital performance series premiering Jan. 29.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Legion Field To Become COVID-19 Vaccination Location: Park Board
The Birmingham Park Board voted unanimously Wednesday to allow use of Legion Field for a 24/7 COVID-19 vaccination clinic.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Mountain Brook, AL|News|
How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Mountain Brook
Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Vestavia Hills, AL|News|
How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Vestavia Hills
Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Trussville, AL|News|
How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Trussville
Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Hoover, AL|News|
How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Hoover
Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
How To Register For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Birmingham
Jefferson County residents can register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and get into the county's database.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Soon Available For Alabamians 75 And Older
ADPH will provide COVID-19 vaccinations for people 75 years old or older, as well as first responders, starting Jan. 18.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Birmingham, AL|News|
Best Birmingham Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Birmingham Business of the Year.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Hoover, AL|News|
Best Hoover Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Hoover Business of the Year.
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Mountain Brook, AL|News|
Best Mountain Brook Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Mountain Brook Business of the Year.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff
Vestavia Hills, AL|News|
Best Vestavia Hills Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Vestavia Hills Business of the Year.
Michael Seale, Patch Staff