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This week's cover of The Birmingham Times highlights the #midterm elections in #Alabama, and beyond. The state saw some progress despite Democrats not claiming the top spots in statewide elections. #btcovers #birminghamtimes #Midterms #Alabama #BlueWave

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Demus Copeland is now finishing his 17th degree and beginning #medical school. As a man of many interests, Copeland keeps #advocacy at the forefront of everything he does — whether it be supporting his clients or standing up for his fellow #veterans.

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Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin and Lt. Gen. A.C. Roper, U.S. Army (Ret.), will host a ceremonial #flag presentation in front of Birmingham City Hall at Noon today. #Birmingham #MedalofHonor #VeteransDay @cityofbhamal

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The City of Birmingham is considering placing four full-time social workers from #UAB in public libraries to connect people with housing assistance, mental health resources, substance misuse services and other community support. #Birmingham #UAB #Homeless

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Miles College recently opened the Ray of Hope Career Closet. The #closet is a partnership with Caring For Others, Inc. that provides students with brand-new #professional and business-casual clothing at no cost. #@MilesCollege @caringforothers

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The Birmingham Public Library’s Archives & Manuscripts Department is hosting a 50th birthday celebration today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The public is invited to join the library for cake and pizza in Arrington Auditorium. #BPL #Library #Archives

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"If you're in a #relationship and notice yourself becoming #withdrawn, irritable, or less interested in spending time together, don't leave your #partner guessing. A simple conversation can go a long way." #LoveandLessons #SeasonalAffectiveDisorder

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Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court and digital #wellness programming to Birmingham students. @BhamCitySchools @BCBSAlabama @NatFitCampaign

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Business and community leaders gathered in #Birmingham last week to discuss how Alabama’s #HBCUs can help shape the state’s #workforce, strengthen economic #development and create opportunities for the next generation of #professionals.

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Tommy Tuberville will be the next governor of #Alabama after he defeated Democratic nominee and Doug Jones. But Jones noted that this was the closest #governor’s race in Alabama since 2002 and also celebrated #Democratic victories across the state.

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Jefferson County #Sheriff Mark Pettway secured a third term Tuesday, defeating Republican nominee Jacob Reach and earning congratulations from local leaders. Pettway received 66.07% of the #votes, according to unofficial results from Jefferson County.

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Rep. Terri Sewell said her victory over Republican candidate Ammie Akin for the 7th District seat represents the power of collective movement. @RepTerriSewell has served the district since 2011. #Alabama #Representative #Midterms

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This week, @Scholastic, with the Council of the Great City Schools (CGCS), a coalition of 81 of the nation’s largest urban public school systems, announced @BhamCitySchools as the sixth annual winner of the Richard M. Robinson Literacy Champion Award.

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Caregivers with lived experience will share their stories during “When Caregiving Becomes Yours,” on Sunday, November 8 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Alys Stephens Center, hosted by the Collat Jewish Family Services. #Caregivers #CJFS #BirminghamPeople

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A 17-year-old male has been formally charged with #murder and possession of a machine gun conversion device in connection with two #shootings that took place following the 85th Annual Magic City #Classic, @BhamPolice Chief Michael Pickett announced.

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Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin and several city officials addressed the Saturday night shootings near Legion Field during a press conference late Sunday afternoon at the Birmingham Police Department headquarters. #MagicCityClassic @cityofbhamal
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History Shows Us That When Black Folk Get Out and Vote, Things Can Change: "#Alabama offers one of the clearest examples of how #Black voters can shape election results," writes Samuel P. Martin, publisher of The Birmingham Times. #Vote #MidtermElections

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Multiple people were injured in a #shooting near Legion Field in #Birmingham on Saturday after the end of the 85th annual Magic City Classic. At least one victim has died. The condition of other eight injured is unknown.

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The City of #Birmingham’s Office of Public Affairs hosted AWAKEN 2026: Passing the Torch on Friday at the Carver Theatre. The annual tribute, held during Magic City Classic Week, honors foot soldiers and activists of 1963 #FootSoldiers #CivilRights

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Longtime rivals Alabama A&M and Alabama State will compete today in the 85th annual Magic City Classic. This huge matchup will take at Legion Field, with kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. #Birmingham #MagicCityClassic

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