A gift from Poundland
Richard Lutz visits a favourite spot.
A tale of everyday folk
In which we talk to local singer Sam Draisey.
Virtual eyes to boost self-driving safety
Psychologists help with design of future technology vehicles.
Gala performance with a difference for university
Concert to showcase that disability is no barrier to musical talent.
Online training tool launched to help new exporters
Free online masterclasses launched for businesses to access export advice.
It’s not all over yet
Dave Woodhall talks to TV presenter Nick Hancock about his new venture.
Edgbaston Stadium setting for Midlands Media Awards
Prestige awards to showcase the region’s best media talents.
Aesthetics host the Chernobyl Children’s Charity
Solihull hair studio continue to support salon day for children.
Things heating up ahead of Brindleyplace Chilli Festival
Hot stuff to provide help for children in emergency care.
West Midlands Railway sponsors Albion Foundation
Train company continues link with football community group.
Brewers droop the Villa
Dave Woodhall doesn’t watch Villa lose at Burton in the League Cup. Probably just as well.
The Gold standard
Iconic songwriter Graham Parker returns with a new band.
Sorted for seats and fizz
Despite, or because of, the weather, Solihull SummerFest was a big hit with the Bank Holiday crowds.
Camera Review: Kodak PixPro AZ422
Bernie Jackson puts Kodak’s latest through its paces.
Press Club to host Channel 4 debate
Come and hear what Birmingham has to offer.
Coming to Artrix
There’s plenty happening at Artrix Arts Centre in Bromsgrove over the coming weeks.
Same old at Villa Park
Villa threw away two late points in a 1-1 draw to Reading. Dave Woodhall wonders about the future.
Robin Hood in reverse
Andy Munro reports on Blues’ 2-2 draw at Nottingham Forest.
Commonwealth Games choreographer on youth mistrust of media
Conspiracy theory dance production to tour again.
City with the Fringe on top
Richard Lutz reviews his week and barely leaves Edinburgh alive after three days at the city’s incessant Festival.
No justice, no respite
Andy Munro finds consolation in Blues’ defeat at Bolton.
Wednesday weak for Villa?
Villa snatched a late point at home to Brentford. Dave Woodhall wonders whether that’s good enough.
Call to change perceptions of apprenticeships
Report claims misconceptions of post-GCSE options affect career choice.
Figures reveal record visitor numbers to West Midlands
Region attracts 2.3 million visits in 2017, its fifth consecutive year of record-breaking growth.
West Midlands Trains join forces with social entrepreneurship agency
New partnership to improve opportunities for social enterprises.
Lottery funding helps Acorns to record its history
Charity’s project to tell its groundbreaking story receives lottery boost.
A Lock In with Tuffers and Dawson
Nick Hancock to host stage show with TV sporting legends.
Villa still have more questions than answers
Dave Woodhall talks about events at Villa Park, and mentions a 1-1 draw with Ipswich.
D-ef-ying Swans
Andy Munro watches Blues’ goalless draw at home to Swansea City.
In the Valley of Tig
Richard Lutz takes a wander through a small valley.