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Birmingham
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham residents gathered yesterday for a vigil honoring Johnathan Boley, a well-known community figure (location details were not disclosed). Organizers said the event provided a chance for neighbors to remember him and support one another. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Officials at Sloss Furnaces said graffiti was discovered on parts of the historic site today, with cleanup estimated to cost thousands of dollars. They urged local artists (and taggers) to self-police and avoid defacing the 100-year-old landmark. 6 WBRC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials began constructing new safety barriers today in Birmingham to boost public safety + they expect more updates on the project's progress soon. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Governor Kay Ivey today awarded $43.8 million in grants to help low-income households manage heating and cooling costs this winter and summer — the funds will be distributed through 18 community action agencies using regular and supplemental federal allocations. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Drivers in Trussville face changes on I-59 north starting Tuesday night—traffic will shift to the outside lanes with lane reductions at I-459 and planned ramp closures at Chalkville Mountain Road this spring for 40 days. WVTM 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ADPH says flu season in Alabama runs through May, and with influenza diagnoses rising from 1% to nearly 10% this December, officials urge residents 6-months-and-older to get vaccinated, wash hands, and stay home when sick to protect vulnerable community members. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Winnie, Alabama's first miniature therapy horse, brings comfort to patients in local care facilities. Trainer Bianca Smith (who rescued Winnie) said the small horse fits well for those who use wheelchairs or are bed bound. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Winnie, the state’s first miniature therapy horse rescued and rehabilitated by trainer Bianca Smith, visits local facilities to bring comfort to patients who are bedbound or use wheelchairs. The non-profit program schedules her regular visits to share her calm demeanor. 6 WBRC News
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Be Worth Funding Bootcamp
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Innovation Depot Inc — $197 — A full-day training for nonprofit leaders focused on sustainable funding and mission clarity.
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Gentry Blue Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — The Nick — $7 Membership Card required — Experience the sonic depths of Gentry Blue's debut album 'Fragments'.
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Hartley Deatherage’s SuperJam
8-11 p.m. — The Nick — Membership required ($7/year) — Enjoy a night of Alternative Rock at a renowned local venue.
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C.A. Jones Concert
7-10 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket information available — Experience the melodic vibes of C.A. Jones with hits including Aquarius Moon.
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JD Baker at The Fennec
5:30-8 p.m. — The Fennec - Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of acoustic vibes and lively jam sessions with local musician JD Baker.
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East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs. Samford Bulldogs Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Pete Hanna Center — Free trial available — Catch the live action as two college basketball teams face off in a thrilling matchup.
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Magic City Bitcoin Meetup
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage with local enthusiasts to discuss all things bitcoin.
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Carl Broemel Concert
8-10 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Experience Carl Broemel's soulful blend of folk, rock, and country in a vibrant music venue.
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2026 AMEA Professional Development Conference
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex — Registration required — Explore professional development for music educators in a vibrant setting.
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Trippin With Ty: Laughs and Good Vibes
5-8 p.m. — The Venue on 20th — Free entry — Enjoy good vibes, crazy stories, and nonstop laughs in person.
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