Smitherman said community service is the most important thing for her and she works to improve the quality of life for ...

Incumbent Mayor Randall Woodfin’s administration was a frequent target in Tuesday’s debate, sponsored by WJLD.

Marilyn James-Johnson,. (Photo by Solomon Crenshaw Jr.) Marilyn James-Johnson Age: 57 Residence: Birmingham (North Titusville) Political experience: None Professional experience: VA Hospital of ...

Kamau Afrika Age: 68 Residence: Birmingham (Smithfield) Political experience: East Thomas Neighborhood Association, president, 1998-2000. Has run a series of unsuccessful campaigns: for the Birmingham ...

Brian K. Rice Age: 45 Residence: Birmingham (Ensley) Political experience: None Professional experience: Construction manager, Defense Department in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 2002-07; business development ...

Joe May (Courtesy of May campaign) Joe May Age: 41 Residence: Birmingham (Belview Heights) Political experience: None Professional experience: Nestle Toll House Café, franchise owner, 2008-10; IPEC ...

The candidate says she knows what it is to be among the ‘least of them’ and wants to help fix the communities.

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Quang Do said many arts groups are facing financial challenges. His group aims to unify the groups, tell the story of why the arts community is important for a thriving city and build up the arts ...

The Hallmark Farm Cooperative board disbanded after handling the sale of the farm property to be developed as an agriculture center.

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