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NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROPOSED IN TRUSSVILLE TO ADDRESS OVERCROWDING Trussville City Schools just might be getting a new elementary school, thanks to a proposed residential development. As part of an agreement with a developer for a 235-home subdivision, the city of Trussville will receive 25 acres to build an elementary school that will follow the K-6 model—an attempt to solve overcrowding at Paine Elementary and capacity at Hewitt-Trussville Middle School. After all, Trussville has the largest elementary school in the state of Alabama,
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according to Paine Elementary School’s website. “We’ve evaluated known residential data across Trussville and projected what our student population’s going to look like over the course of the next ten years,” explains Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin in a video on Facebook. “This approach allows us to plan not just for current needs but the long term success and stability of our entire school system.” The developer also plans to deed the lakes located on the Riggins property to the City of Trussville so all can enjoy the community park. Additionally, it would lead toward a parallel road network connecting Trussville Springs to Stockton. “As a whole, the development aligns with our long-term infrastructure improvements, addresses real education needs, increases public safety access, creates public green space and amenities, and importantly, it sets a new standard,” states Councilor Brian Jackson. The project is estimated to cost between $35 and $45 million, for which funding is still being finalized. The project is a 50 percent reduction from their previous plan a few years ago, making it a more cost-efficient way to handle current and future growth. To learn more, follow Trussville Mayor Ben Short on facebook.com.
MAJOR PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS COMING TO HOLLYWOOD BLVD. BRIDGE NEAR HIGHWAY 280 Mountain Brook, Homewood, and Birmingham are coming together to protect pedestrians and help traffic patterns by building new pedestrian access on the bridge on Hollywood Boulevard. We’ve tried walking on that road—needless to say, it’s scary. After over fourteen years of planning, the project will begin sometime this summer with phase one, which is estimated to cost $1.2 million and will include adding new sidewalks in Mountain Brook and along Hollywood Boulevard from Malaga Avenue up to the bridge. Phase two will involve a widening of the bridge to add a third vehicle lane, as well as a new turn lane onto the Highway 280 exit ramp and a protected pedestrian facility separated by a concrete barrier. But that portion of the project likely won’t go out for bid until 2027. To get the latest update, visit cityofhomewood.com.
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THE HARRINGTON PUB OPENS IN PEPPER PLACE WITH UK-INSPIRED MENU AND LOCAL FLAVOR No need for a jump across the pond when you can head to The Harrington Pub for a mix of traditional UK dishes, good ole Southern ingredients, and fresh local produce. It has taken over the space that formerly held The Lumbar in Pepper Place (212 29th St S, Birmingham), a creation from the team behind The Anvil in The Village at Lee Branch. The restaurant serves everything from grab-and-go breakfast items to their full pub menu. Plus, happy hour of course, with a full cocktail menu, wines, and European beer on tap! It offers outdoor seating and it’s open late, making it the perfect spot to watch European football—giving it an approachable, casual atmosphere. Visit theharringtonpub.com to check out their menu.
10 JUNE 2026 | BIRMINGHAMPARENT.COM
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