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Construction of the $32.5 million, 98,000sq.-ft. project began this spring, and should be completed by the first half of 2025.
West Homewood Anticipates New Mixed-Use Redevelopment By Cindy Riley CEG CORRESPONDENT
When the wrecking ball came down on the Econo Lodge motel on Oxmoor Road off Interstate 65 in West Homewood, it marked a new chapter for nearby residents. An ongoing redevelopment is transforming the neglected property into a mixed-use space that will feature housing, restaurants and retail. Construction of the $32.5 million, 98,000-sq.-ft. project began this spring, and should be completed by the first half of 2025. “With fantastic schools, a plethora of celebrated local businesses and restaurants and its walkability, West Homewood continues to be a highly desired area for both residential and commercial in greater Birmingham,” said Village Creek Development President Tom Walker. “This site sits at the entrance of the neighborhood and marks the start of West Homewood. It’s important for it to be something that embodies and matches the neighborhood versus the former crime-ridden motel that it once was. “Village Creek Development has worked closely with both city council and the community from the start of this project, gathering feedback and understanding what the area needs most,” he added. “So far, most of the feedback has been incredibly encouraging and supportive.” see STONE page 2
UNA Demolition Work Kicks Off New Stadium Complex Project Some head-turning activity along Pine Street in Florence, Ala., just before Independence Day signaled the physical start of making a longtime dream a reality for the University of North Alabama (UNA). Heavy construction equipment began razing the school’s Mike D. Lane Field on July 2, University of North Alabama rendering marking the start of the demolition phase at the The Bank Independent Stadium will include a 10,000-seat football and soccer site of what will become the new on-campus Bank Independent Stadium. field and an adjacent baseball field.
“We had a steady stream of interested onlookers with all of the activity on July 2 at the Bank Independent Stadium site,” Athletic Director Josh Looney told the Florence Times Daily. “The presence of tall cranes removing lighting structures paired simultaneously with the arrival of large excavators beginning demo work made for a very active and visible kickoff to construction.” see UNA page 6