Good morning, Birmingham.

The Jefferson County Family Resource Center will distribute free, healthy food boxes in Birmingham from January 23 and in Bessemer from January 30 during 2026 (pick-ups are 1-3 p.m. on Fridays until supplies run out).

Kennedi Spurling opened The Pilates Dwelling, a Black woman-owned Pilates studio in downtown Birmingham in October at (212 20th St N Suite 203).

The studio offers beginner classes that help people focus on mindful movement and build strength.

Milo’s Tea Company closed its Homewood plant effective Jan.

5 and shifted production to its Bessemer facility, where most employees kept the same roles — 38 staff received severance and career support as the company modernizes equipment to boost growth in Alabama.

Birmingham Children's Theatre announced Spark Spring Classes that will offer local children hands-on theater sessions at its downtown venue this spring.

Registration details will be released soon so families can plan ahead.

Jefferson County Commission approved up to $320,000 in incentives for American Cast Iron Pipe Co. (ACIPCO)'s $793 million expansion of its Birmingham facility, which will add 80 full time jobs with $114,400 average wages and cut emissions by more than 90%.

Hallmark Farms is set to become the Alabama Farm Center after receiving an $11 million AMLER grant to reclaim mine land and build facilities for livestock shows, rodeos, and educational programs (projected to yield a $2.2 billion economic impact and up to 850 jobs) in north Jefferson County.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham is observing National Mentoring Month by offering mentoring events that connect local youth with caring adults.

The program encourages community participation (details available at local outreach centers).

Jefferson County Commission denied a request on Thursday to combine zoning parcels for Wesley’s Boobie Trap at Highway 78 and Warrior Jasper Road — reflecting residents’ worries over a return of adult entertainment.

The ruling stops a major expansion while leaving room for a bar.

UAB Health System acquired Southview Medical Group on Jan.

1 to enhance primary and specialty care in Birmingham—combining a network of over 30 providers at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham and UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s One Nineteen.

Longleaf Recovery and Wellness got CON approval to build Longleaf Lodge — a new 60-bed inpatient addiction treatment center on a 150-acre property in Shelby County.

Construction begins soon with the center set to open in early 2027.

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'.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Magic City Bitcoin Meetup

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage with local enthusiasts to discuss all things bitcoin.

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.

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.

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.

Books & Beyond

6:30-8:00 p.m. — O'Neal Public Library — Free entry — Experience book clubbing with a twist at this engaging discussion event.