History of Fultondale, Alabama in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 24, 2024

Fultondale is a city in Jefferson County, Alabama, situated within the Birmingham metropolitan area. The 2010 United States Census reported a population of 8,380 residents in Fultondale.

1947: Incorporation of Fultondale

In 1947, Fulton, a mining town, was incorporated and renamed Fultondale, combining "Fulton Springs" and "Glendale".

2007: Colonial Promenade Fultondale Opening

The first phase of the Colonial Promenade Fultondale, a retail development project by Colonial Properties, opened in the fall of 2007, featuring a mix of large and small retailers, shops, and restaurants.

2010: 2010 Census

As of the 2010 census, the population of Fultondale, Alabama was recorded as 8,380.

2010: 2010 Census Demographics

The 2010 census reported that Fultondale had a population density of 681.3 inhabitants per square mile. The racial makeup was 75.1% White, 16.6% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 4.6% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. 10.8% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

May 24, 2012: Advance Publications Announces Reduced Print Schedule

On May 24, 2012, Advance Publications, the parent company of several Alabama newspapers, revealed plans to discontinue the Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday print editions of its Birmingham, Mobile, and Huntsville publications.

October 1, 2012: Shift to Digital Focus for Alabama Newspapers

On October 1, 2012, Advance Publications implemented changes to its Alabama newspaper operations, reducing print publication and emphasizing its website, al.com. This shift made Birmingham one of the largest U.S. cities without a daily newspaper.

June 20, 2016: Interstate 22 Interchange Opening

On June 20, 2016, the interchange connecting Interstate 65 and Interstate 22, located south of Fultondale, was officially opened.

August 2016: Mayoral Election

In August 2016, Jim Lowery secured a narrow victory in the mayoral election against Larry Holcomb, a former Fultondale fireman. This win marked the beginning of Lowery's sixth four-year term as mayor.

August 26, 2020: Municipal Election

On August 26, 2020, Larry Holcomb won the Fultondale mayoral election, defeating incumbent Jim Lowery. The election also saw three other incumbent officials unseated: Kristi Jennings defeated Joe Bolton, Timothy McWilliams won against Tommy Loden, and Billy Hughes defeated Darrell Bates.

2020: Fultondale High School New Building Announcement

In 2020, plans were announced for the construction of a new Fultondale High School building. Following the completion of the new building, the current high school will house the Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School.

2020: 2020 United States Census

The 2020 United States Census recorded Fultondale's population at 9,876 people, with 3,879 households, and 2,393 families residing in the city.

January 25, 2021: Fultondale Tornado

On January 25, 2021, an EF3 tornado struck Fultondale, causing significant damage to structures, vehicles, and businesses. The tornado resulted in one fatality and 30 injuries.