Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
Good morning, Birmingham.
🎭 Culture
The Birmingham Museum of Art is marking 75 years with the new exhibition 'Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950,' opening this week with free admission.
Director Graham Boettcher said the museum will offer expanded tours and digital guides to welcome longtime supporters and new visitors.
🎓 Education
Governor Kay Ivey and Senator Tommy Tuberville are celebrating National School Choice Week to showcase growing education options for Alabama families.
The week runs from Jan. 25 to Jan. 31 as the initiative builds on the CHOOSE Act + state-funded specialty high schools offering quality, tuition free public alternatives.
Hoover teacher Katie Collins was named one of five finalists for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year because of her dedication to students and families.
The first-grade educator from Bluff Park Elementary is the seventh from Alabama to receive this honor and will travel to Washington to compete.
🌲 Environment
Birmingham residents can adopt sustainable habits with five recycling and energy-saving tips shared by Coca-Cola UNITED.
The guidance covers proper trash disposal, choosing recyclable packaging, and checking local drop-off points (at 9 41st, 323 Finley, and UAB Recycling centers) to keep the city clean.
📰 Lifestyle
A guide lists top ideas for Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day in Birmingham.
It features a comedy show at BJCC on Feb 14 + a Dirty Dancing concert on Feb 12 + Andrea Bocelli at Legacy Arena on Feb 22, plus dining at Carrigan’s, Juniper, and Bottega.
📰 Real Estate
Birmingham City Council approved a $2M loan today for a mixed-use project at 2300 Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd near City Walk.
Developer RPG Birmingham will transform the 50,000 sqft building into The Tower at Uptown with housing, retail & commercial spaces in an 18-month redevelopment.
Texas-based D.R. Horton will build 93 new homes in the planned Willow Trace subdivision along Eastern Valley Road in Bessemer.
Homebuyers will enjoy nearby attractions (such as Tannehill Ironworks and The Bright Star) when construction is complete.
🏈 Sports
At Super Bowl LX on Feb.
8, more than a dozen players from Alabama high schools and colleges will join the Seahawks and Patriots at Levi's Stadium — marking many players' first big stage debut.
Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth criticized the AHSAA's new split for public and private school championships for being unfair and problematic.
Lawmakers are considering reforms, and the debate has raised concerns about lost gate revenues and historic rivalries — issues affecting all student athletes.
🎉 Birmingham Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special Concert
8:45-9:44 p.m. — Birmingham Museum of Art — Ticket prices vary — Experience a romantic evening of classic love songs performed under candlelight by the Listeso String Quartet.
Railroad Earth Concert
8-10 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Tickets available — Experience a night filled with soul-stirring music and captivating performances from Railroad Earth.
Mastering Addendums for Real Estate Deals
1-4 p.m. — RealtySouth Training Center — Free entry — Learn to craft addendums that enhance your negotiation tactics in real estate transactions.
Birmingham Home Show
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Admission charged — Explore over 200 booths and engage with home experts for inspiration on your next project.
Corey Holcomb Stand-Up Comedy
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Two-item minimum — Experience laughter and relatable storytelling from the comedic genius Corey Holcomb.
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