Magic City Spotlight - July 12, 2021

World Games 2022 celebrates One-year countdown to Historic event; tickets now available

State and city officials, World Games 2022 leaders, athletes, artists, and more gathered to celebrate and commemorate one year from the beginning of The Games. "What I'm most excited about is that the entire world will get to see and know what we experience every day as Team Birmingham," Mayor Randall L. Woodfin said.

Banks High School Demolition Has Begun

The $400,000 project will make room for new development in the area. "Banks has served this community well, and now it’s time we serve Roebuck Springs and South East Lake just as well by providing new opportunity for its residents," Mayor Randall Woodfin said.

Jolly Cakes unveils ‘Magic City Velvet’ cupcake in celebration of city’s 150th

“The red velvet is how I started baking. My company is built on it,’’ said Jolly, a graduate of Woodlawn High School who has a son at Ramsay High School. “I wanted to honor my hometown by tying in my top seller to the city’s 150th milestone.’’

We hope to see you at the 150th Summer Celebration

The City of Birmingham is turning 150 years old this year, so join us at Legion Field on Friday, July 16 for the 150th Summer Celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. Logan the Entertainer will perform. There will be food trucks, vendors, music and more! Be sure to bring your lawn chair

 Like soccer? Register early for the 3-on-3 soccer tournament. All soccer participants must be 18 years old or older.

 Visit www.birminghamal.gov/150 for more info about the city’s 150th anniversary.