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Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Birmingham mayor says wife has no involvement in massive data center property sale (al.com) — Birmingham residents following the Nebius data center fight will want to know the mayor is publicly denying any role by his wife or her realty firm in the controversial Oxmoor Valley land deal. The lawsuit against Nebius, Hoar Construction and the city challenges tax incentives and zoning, with a Jefferson County judge set to hear objections to wide‑ranging subpoenas on Monday.
2. Center Point man arrested for attempted ATM theft (trussvilletribune.com) — Birmingham police say a Center Point man was arrested after two failed attempts to steal ATM machines on 3rd Avenue South and 1st Avenue North, where no cash was taken. He was booked into Birmingham City Jail, then transferred to Jefferson County Jail and later released, giving residents a clearer picture of recent property crime in the city.
3. Leeds Fire & Rescue awarded more than $61,000 for wildfire, rescue equipment (al.com) — Just 17 miles east of downtown Birmingham, Leeds Fire & Rescue has secured more than $61,000 to buy 40 sets of wildland and technical-rescue protective gear. This upgrade should reduce wear on structural gear and lessen heat stress, improving response and safety for residents across the tri-county city and the broader Birmingham area.
4. Master P Encourages Norwood Elementary Students to Dream Big, Work Hard (birminghamtimes.com) — Norwood Elementary students in Birmingham got an energetic visit from music mogul Master P, who spent the morning urging them to work hard, network kindly and believe in their potential. Joined by Mayor Randall Woodfin, school leaders and his mascot Captain Ace, he tied his own humble beginnings to Birmingham's broader push to connect kids with long‑term opportunities.
5. How Much Does It Actually Cost To Live in Alabama in 2026? (vocal.media) — If you live in Birmingham or are thinking about moving here, this breakdown shows how much you can expect to spend on rent, utilities, groceries, and more in 2026. It compares Birmingham's relatively low housing costs with notably high power bills, and stacks the city up against Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile, and smaller Alabama communities so you can budget realistically.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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