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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at 10:45 a.m., pro-life leaders and local organizations will gather at Planned Parenthood — located at 1019 1st Ave N — for a prayer vigil to support the unborn. The event will feature worship and remarks from attorney Eric Johnston as part of ongoing pro-life efforts. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Pelham’s icy polar plunge at Oak Mountain State Park Beach will benefit Special Olympics Alabama today as the Pelham Police Department hosts the event with registration beginning at 12 p.m. and the plunge set for 1 p.m. 6 WBRC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yellowhammer Creative closed its Pepper Place location today as founders Brandon Watkins and Brett Forsyth prepare to move the print shop to a new nearby site—online sales run 20% off this month. More details about the new location will be shared soon. Bham Now
- ➤ GreaterWorx, a new co-working space, opened in West End on Friday, Jan. 16 with a ribbon cutting hosted by Network Navigator (a local nonprofit). Founders Christopher and Robin Burrell designed the space for professionals and entrepreneurs and welcomed its first tenant, Alive and Well Counseling. Bham Now
- ➤ Deep South BBQ on Main Street in Blountsville will close on Feb. 1 — owner Josh Butler is pursuing a new opportunity and plans to reopen during 4th of July week after a decade of service. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The restored Lyric Theatre in downtown Birmingham celebrated 10 years since its January 14 reopening and continues to host concerts, plays, and film shows. The venue, revived through the Light Up the Lyric fundraising campaign, has been key to downtown’s cultural revival. Bham Now
- ➤ At 2 p.m. this Sunday, Jan. 18, the Alabama Theatre hosts Double Take! where organists Nathan Avakian & Donnie Rankin perform dual-console music on Big Bertha & Frankie. Presented by the Alabama Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society, the event will feature tunes from pop to classical. Bham Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Birmingham resident faced a nearly $1,000 power bill in January after her costs rose from just over $200 in November due to drafty windows and doors in her rental home (she contacted both her property manager and Alabama Power, which confirmed the meter reading was accurate). 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Alabama Department of Workforce received an $11.7 million AMLER grant for two redevelopment projects in Hoover—Broad Metro’s Stadium Trace Village Phase 2 and Signature Homes’ I-459 Exit 9 Parkway Extension—that will create hundreds of jobs and transform unused land into commercial and public spaces to boost local growth. Yellowhammer News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama’s nationally ranked First Class Pre-K program is now open for preregistration for 4-year-olds in Birmingham and across the state for the 2025-26 school year. Parents must provide required documents and may choose multiple school zone locations by Feb. 20, with a lottery drawing set for April 18. WVTM 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New data shows opioid prescriptions in Alabama fell 46.2% between 2012 and 2024 and the average dosage declined 58.7% as local physicians shifted to safer practices through ongoing training. Naloxone usage surged until it eased after becoming available over the counter. Yellowhammer News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen local restaurants now serve dishes on heated patios — a warm outdoor dining option that adds comfort to fall evenings. Favorites like Otey’s Tavern and El Barrio offer cozy outdoor seating in Mountain Brook, Homewood, and downtown with flexible dining schedules. Bham Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ RealtySouth offers 13 new + coming soon homes across Birmingham from Jan. 16 to Jan. 18. Interested buyers may contact the listed agents for details on each property. Bham Now
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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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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.
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55th World of Wheels
3 PM - 9 PM — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Cost TBD — Celebrate custom automotive craftsmanship at the largest indoor custom auto show in the Southeast.
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Nashville SC vs. Birmingham Legion FC - Club Friendly Match
1-3 p.m. — 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting friendly match between Nashville SC and Birmingham Legion FC.
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Don McMillian: Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Two-item minimum — Enjoy a night of smart and relatable comedy with former engineer Don McMillan as he humorously explores if AI can replace comedians.
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Railway Marathon
11:00 AM – 5:59 AM — Black Creek Park — $115 entry — A fast, certified marathon with a chance for a personal record in Birmingham.
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All Them Witches Concert
8-10 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Tickets available — Catch All Them Witches on their House of Mirrors Tour for a night of electrifying music.
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