Mountain Brook Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Jefferson County decreased recently.

Mountain Brook Residents Sound Off About Diversity Initiative

Mountain Brook residents addressed the City Council Monday regarding the school system's diversity initiative.

City Council To Address Concerns Over School Diversity Initiative

The Mountain Brook City Council will address public concerns over Mountain Brook Schools' diversity initiative.

Jefferson County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Mountain Brook area compares to Alabama for coronavirus vaccinations.

Unemployment Decreases In Mountain Brook Area: Feds

Jefferson County's unemployment rate is higher than the Alabama average.

Mountain Brook Entertainment Districts: Council To Discuss Plans

The Mountain Brook City Council will review the proposal for the three entertainment districts planned for the city.

Broadband Speed In Mountain Brook Area: See New Data

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

City Manager Sam Gaston Talks Sidewalk Projects

Mountain Brook city manager Sam Gaston gives an update on various sidewalk projects throughout he city.

Federal Taxes In Jefferson County: How Do Yours Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

Birmingham Attorney Named To National Housing Advisory Council

A local attorney has been invited to participate on the Housing Advisory Council of the Bipartisan Policy Center in Washington, D.C.

Mountain Brook Mayor To Give Virtual State Of The City Address

Mayor Stewart Welch will give his State of the City address in February via a Zoom meeting.

How Was Your Voting Experience In Mountain Brook? Tell Us

Patch wants to know what your voting experience was like. Long lines? Long Wait? Any problems?

Mountain Brook City Council Amends Safer At Home Order

Sue of water fountains in Mountain Brook's public parks are now available for use after the City Council amended the city's previous order.

City Council Considers Design Option For Village Circle

The Mountain Brook City Council this week opted to move forward with design plans for Village Circle In Mountain Brook Village.

Mountain Brook Election Results: Garner Projected Winner

The results for Mountain Brook City Council Place 2: Gerald Garner is the projected winner over Philip Black for Place 2.

Voters Go To The Polls For Mountain Brook Municipal Elections

Tuesday is election day in Mountain Brook, with just one council seat on the ballot.

Doug Jones Urges USPS To Fix Delays Ahead Of Election

Sen. Doug Jones is urging the U.S. Postmaster General to provide answers regarding reports of recent changes to long-standing practices.

One Council Seat Challenged In Mountain Brook Elections

Municipal elections in Mountain Brook will take place August 25, and just one of the city council seats has multiple candidates.

Petition Launched To Abolish Birmingham Belles

Citing the tradition as racist, a Mountain Brook resident is calling for an end to the Birmingham Belles.

Mountain Brook Coronavirus: City Hall Closed To Public, Visitors

City administrative services will continue by way of telephone, fax, email or the city’s website.

Sen. Doug Jones Votes To Convict Trump

Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) said he will vote to convict Trump on both articles of impeachment.

City Projects In Mountain Brook: What To Expect In 2020

Several projects are planned for the year in Mountain Brook, including upgrades at Jemison Trail.

Donald Trump Jr. Coming To Birmingham To Begin Book Tour

The president's son is making an appearance at Brookwood Village in November.

Mountain Brook Prepares For Property Tax Vote

Voters in Mountain Brook will go to the polls Tuesday, September 23 to vote on a property tax increase for schools.

Vote On Amended Lane Parke Plan Delayed By City Council

The Mountain Brook City Council granted a request to delay a vote regarding the future of Evson's Lane Parke development.

Mountain Brook Native Completes Senate Internship

Madison Clark, a resident of Mountain Brook, completed a summer internship in Washington with Sen. Richard Shelby.

Public Meeting Set Regarding Little Shades Creek Bridge

A public involvement meeting regarding the bridge replacement over Little Shades Creek is set for September.

Bid For New City Entrance Signs Approved By City Council

The Mountain Brook City Council approved a bid for entrance signs for the city, a Leadership Mountain Brook project.

Date Set For Property Tax Vote In Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook voters will get to decide if they want to raise property taxes to benefit the school system.

Zoo Sidewalk Connector Approved By Mountain Brook City Council

A Zoo Sidewalk Connector will stretch along 20th Place South from Cahaba Road to Poinciana Drive.

Hagood Street Sidewalk Project Approved By Mountain Brook Council

New sidewalks on Hagood Street in Mountain Brook should become a reality by next spring.

Mountain Brook Resident Completes Internship With Sen. Shelby

Mountain Brook native Jack Tucker completed an internship with Sen. Richard Shelby this week.

Faulkner Wraps Up Black History Month In Fairfield

Rep. David Faulkner was on hand in Fairfield as pre-schoolers at Foundations Early Learning & Family Center celebrated Black History Month.

Mountain Brook Could Raise Property Tax By 10 Percent

The Mountain Brook City Council this week voted to request the state legislature call for a referendum on raising property taxes for schools

Doug Jones Announces Support of AG Nominee Bill Barr

Sen. Doug Jones announced his decision to vote to confirm Bill Barr as the next United States Attorney General.

Council Considers Bus Stop Shelter At Cahaba Village

To keep those who use public transit from standing out in the rain or heat, a resident wanted to look at adding a shelter at the stop.

Council Discusses Pedestrian Crossing In Mountain Brook Village

A possible pedestrian crossing over Montevallo Road in Mountain Brook Village was discussed by the Mountain Brook City Council.

ACLU Sues John Merrill For Blocking People On Twitter

Citing First Amendment rights violations, the ACLU has sued Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill after he blocked people on Twitter.

City May Partner With Homewood To Build New 280 Pedestrian Bridge

Mountain Brook may join Homewood and Birmingham in their efforts to build a pedestrian crossing over US 280.

Council Approves Two More Stop Signs On Brookwood Road

Brookwood Road will get two additional stop signs thanks to an ordinance approved by the Mountain Brook City Council this week.