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Sydney Cromwell
Rosedale residents continue to see problems, encroachment in 18th Street development
The developers of two proposed mixed-use buildings at the corner of 18th Street South and 26th Avenue South say they’re going to take another look at their development’s height and other factors after a meeting with Rosedale residents Thursday. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
SoHo Standard coming to former Market Table location
The owners of SoHo Social plan to open a sister restaurant right next door, according to a press release today. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
New store to offer Homewood ‘swag’
T-shirts will be the shop’s biggest inventory, as well as hats and cups. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Allergy doctor shares new treatment options for food desensitization
Dr. Carolyn Comer was the speaker at the Homewood Chamber of Commerce's June 18 luncheon. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Council to consider removing multifamily use, other changes to West Homewood District zoning
This will come before the council on June 24. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Council issues 120-day moratorium on new development in West Homewood
The moratorium applies to any construction that meets the Building, Engineering and Zoning Department’s definition of new construction, though remodeling or renovation work will be allowed. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Knights of Columbus, Scouts retire 76 worn U.S. flags in Homewood
The ceremony was held Saturday at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Read more
Raleigh Avenue townhomes approved despite resident objection
The plans for a new mixed-use development in Rosedale were carried over to the July meeting. Read more
Council discusses West Homewood zoning, hears mid-year review
The West Homewood District has a zoning code separate from the rest of the city. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Search pages are 'battlefield' for business owners, Adams tells chamber
Bell Media Vice President of Business Development Chuck Adams spoke to the Homewood Chamber of Commerce at its May 21 luncheon. Read more
HEC chair asks council to tighten stormwater regulations
Flooding and erosion issues have been a persistent problem throughout Homewood during heavy storms due to a number of factors, including old and undersized drains, hard surfaces that prevent absorption into the ground and the loss of trees. Read more
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Council approves study of bike, pedestrian access on Central Avenue, reappoints Ward 2 BOE member
At its May 20 meeting, the council approved Volkert Engineering’s proposal to study Central Avenue and the possibility of reconnecting a former street along Griffin Brook as a greenway for people on bikes or on foot. Read more
Photos by Sydney Cromwell.
SoHo Social to take over Market Table space
Market Table's last day in business will be May 24. Read more
Courtesy of ALDOT
ALDOT presents revised plans for Oxmoor “turkey foot” intersection
With a new, reduced scope, the plans to redesign the “turkey foot” intersection of Oxmoor Road and Oxmoor Boulevard are expected to move forward this year. Read more
Four to interview for Ward 2 BOE seat
The City Council will interview the candidates on Wednesday, May 15. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Jack’s to receive sign variance for renovation project
After some initial confusion and a narrow vote on May 13, the Homewood City Council will have to pass a resolution approving the sign variance request at its next meeting. Read more
The Reset: Cavs softball advances to state; Patriots soccer wins it all
The Homewood and John Carroll high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Kyle Parmley
Lady Patriots claim 1st state title
The Homewood girls soccer team knocked off Chelsea on Saturday morning to win the program's first Class 6A state championship. Read more
Two downtown businesses to close
Both Sweet Jon's Cafe and the Studio Store opened in 2018. Read more
New round of paving work to begin in June
The city worked with Volkert Engineering to determine its paving priorities. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Planning Commission delays vote on Rosedale, West Homewood developments
The next meeting will be June 4. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Council to consider LED light contract with Alabama Power, drops Samford incentive request
The council will also vote on a contract for a citywide traffic study at its next meeting. Read more
Sarah Finnegan
The Reset: Patriots sweep outdoor titles again
The Homewood and John Carroll sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Sam Chandler
Patriots sweep state meet
The Homewood High School track and field teams competed Thursday to Saturday at the state meet in Gulf Shores. Read more
Courtesy of City of Homewood
18th Street redesign will add parking, limit some business access
Strickland said they are currently working on getting plans approved by the state and gaining construction easements to do the work. The project likely won’t be put out for bid until around the start of 2020. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
City cuts ribbon for new Patriot Park pool
The splash pad opens to the public on Monday, and the main pool opens later this month. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
BZA denies two homeowners’ cases
A variance request on Oak Grove Road was carried over to the June meeting. Read more
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