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Thursday, January 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham experiences its second water main break in a month due to freezing temperatures and aging infrastructure, with ongoing aggressive pipeline replacement to mitigate such incidents. 6 WBRC News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham firefighters responded to two separate fires in the city's eastern area, involving a fully engaged house and an abandoned apartment complex, with no injuries reported. WVTM 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Damien McDaniel, charged in connection with multiple Birmingham shootings, including two mass shootings, pleads not guilty to 37 felony counts, including the murder of 11 individuals. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ A 55-year-old Birmingham City Jail inmate named Sonny Charles Leppala was found dead in his cell, with an autopsy indicating no signs of trauma. AL.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham, Alabama, tops the United States for single-parent homeownership, offering the lowest childcare costs and favorable financial conditions, according to the United Way of the National Capital Area. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jerimy Littlepage, inspired by a 2017 conversation with current Mayor Randall Woodfin, has entered the 2025 Birmingham Mayoral Election focusing on crime, housing affordability, and mental health. AL.com
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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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Lil Lambs Children’s Clothing Consignment Sale
The Lil Lambs Consignment Sale at Trinity United Methodist Church offers gently used children's clothing, toys, and furniture, benefiting local families and church missions.
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Cirque Extravaganza at Legacy Arena
Experience a thrilling showcase of extraordinary performances at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus, catering to families and fans of all ages.
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Birmingham Legion FC vs Atlanta United FC Preseason Match
Birmingham Legion FC faces off against Atlanta United FC in an exciting preseason soccer matchup at Protective Stadium.
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2024-2025 Let's Move Indoor Meet 4
The 2024-25 Let's Move Indoor Meet 4 is a track and field event taking place at Birmingham CrossPlex, featuring registered teams from various schools.
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Another Funny Comedy Show Featuring Bennie Mac
The event features comedian Bennie Mac hosting an evening with fellow comedians T-Ray, Eugene Henry Jr., and Candi Aintright for a night of laughter.
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