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Birmingham
Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham offers a variety of events celebrating MLK Day weekend from January 17-20, including a 5K run, cultural celebrations, and entertainment. Bham Now
- ➤ Birmingham introduces a new ordinance to ease restrictions and permit processes for food truck owners, enhancing their operational capabilities. 6 WBRC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Multiple police officers attended a scene in downtown Birmingham where an SUV with bullet holes crashed into a fire hydrant on the evening of January 16, 2025. ABC 33/40
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Onelife Fitness is set to open its first Alabama center in McCalla by December, marking the start of at least six locations planned for the Birmingham area, featuring a wide range of amenities and creating over 100 jobs. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Birmingham City Council voted to continue the Project Safe Streets initiative, maintaining barriers in the East Lake neighborhood to enhance public safety and reduce crime. The Birmingham Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide highlights seven street food spots in Birmingham, Alabama, showcasing diverse offerings from New York-style plates to fire-roasted corn and authentic tacos. Bham Now
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Comedy Night with Martin Lawrence and Rickey Smiley
Enjoy an evening of comedy featuring renowned comedians Martin Lawrence and special guest Rickey Smiley at Legacy Arena.
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The Deslondes Live Performance
The Deslondes will perform live at Avondale Brewing Company in Birmingham.
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Rickey Smiley Returns for Karaoke Night
Rickey Smiley brings his unique style of karaoke back to the StarDome stage in Birmingham, promising an entertaining evening for attendees.
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Rickey Smiley's Karaoke Night
Rickey Smiley returns to Birmingham for an entertaining night of karaoke at the StarDome stage.
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Alabama Music Educators Association Annual Conference
The AMEA Conference offers a platform for music educators to connect and enhance their teaching experience through networking, exclusive pricing, and valuable resources.
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DJ Chen Live at Saturn
DJ Chen will perform live at Saturn in Birmingham, offering an engaging night of music.
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2025 Adam's Heart Runs
The Birmingham Track Club hosts Adam's Heart Runs at Oak Mountain State Park, offering participants three distance options: 5k, 10k, or 10 miles, with awards and post-race activities.
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Birmingham Squadron vs College Park Skyhawks
The Birmingham Squadron will face off against the College Park Skyhawks in a professional basketball game at Legacy Arena.
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Sober Supper Club - Alcohol-Free Dining Experience
The Sober Supper Club at The Lumbar features a series of alcohol-free dining experiences paired with signature cocktails every Tuesday in January.
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Paint-a-Pot Workshop with Succulent Takeaway
Participants will decorate pots and learn about Alabama's native plants while taking home a succulent as part of a sustainability workshop.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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