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Birmingham
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Schumacher, a renowned design company founded in 1889, opened a new showroom in Pepper Place this past December at 2807 2nd Ave S Suite B — a space formerly occupied by Little Professor bookstore. The showroom offers upscale fabrics, wallpapers, rugs and retail accessories for designers and the public. Bham Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After hosting 30 live shows and drawing over 174,000 fans, Birmingham’s new Coca-Cola Amphitheater wrapped its first season featuring artists from Dave Matthews Band to T-Pain while achieving key zero-waste milestones (including a 70% landfill diversion rate). The venue will bring more music and sustainability efforts in the coming season. Bham Now
- ➤ The Alabama Symphony Orchestra will heat up January in Birmingham with three concerts, including a semi-staged Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific at UAB’s Alys Stephens Center, a Farewell Tribute at Carver Theatre on Jan. 22, and an evening program of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms on Jan. 30-31. Bham Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seniors in Birmingham City Schools must submit Birmingham Promise scholarship applications by Feb. 1 to secure up to four years of tuition at public colleges (students are advised to apply even if unsure about their plans). ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Irondale proclaimed Jan. 6 as Lieutenant Mark Meadows Remembrance Day to honor the late officer who died while directing traffic a year ago. Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. presented the proclamation at the City Council meeting and his patrol vehicle is on display at City Hall for public tribute. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Jefferson County officials will vote on a zoning change Thursday at 9 to allow a bar at the site of the old strip club, Wesley's Booby Trap. The property lost its original C-5 designation after closing over a year ago, and hundreds of residents signed a petition opposing the change. WVTM 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fifty-two local restaurants earned A+ food service scores last month in Jefferson County, with Rojo, Armour House, and Chicken Guy rating 95+ in December 2025. Bham Now
- ➤ A UAB expert from the School of Nursing explains perimenopause signs and advises women on managing hot flashes, mood swings and sleep issues while suggesting partners offer support & understanding. She recommends regular exercise and avoiding triggers like spicy foods to help maintain overall health. University of Alabama at Birmingham
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Pineview Pointe Apartments, a 141-unit garden-style property located off Center Point Parkway (near I-59) and built in the 1970s, sold for $5.6 million. Marcus and Millichap brokered the deal as investor interest in value-add opportunities remains strong. AL.com
- ➤ Birmingham City Council approved a change to the redevelopment plan at the former Carraway Memorial Hospital site — now the Star at Uptown — and set a deadline of May 30, 2026 for debris removal. The site will host its first concert on April 10, though piles of debris remain. ABC 33/40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Byrum Brown, who passed for 3,158 yards and 28 touchdowns for USF last season, will join Auburn next season to team with head coach Alex Golesh and former offensive coordinator Joel Gordon. 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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