BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Offices for the City of Birmingham will be closed on Thanksgiving and Friday, though police precincts and fire stations will remain open.
According to the city, the schedule for household trash pickup has changed because of Thanksgiving. Thursday routes will run on Wednesday, while Friday routes will happen on Dec. 2. Routes that were planned for Dec. 2 will be delayed until Dec. 3. The routes that were set for Dec. 3 will now do pick up on Dec. 4. Recycling services slated for Dec. 4 have been pushed to Dec. 11.
The city also announced it has joined a new system for non-emergency email and text alerts. Those who would like to receive updates can text "BHAMREADY" to 38276. Residents can also click here to register for the service or update their profile.