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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Magnolia Soap & Bath is set to open a new location at Vestavia City Center at 790 Montgomery Hwy in March. The Mississippi-based chain was announced by Crawford Square Real Estate Advisors on Jan. 26 and offers hand-poured, plant-based products. Bham Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City officials provided $160,000 to Create Birmingham to boost local film and TV production initiatives — the funding will support programming, workshops, and education, including a production assistant workshop scheduled today at 6 p.m. WVTM 13
- ➤ Tomorrow, the Birmingham Museum of Art will open Monet to Matisse—an exhibit featuring over 100 masterpieces by French modern artists as part of the museum’s 75th anniversary celebration—running until May 24. Bham Now
- ➤ The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers announced the Southern Hospitality Tour, which will stop in Birmingham on May 24 at Coca-Cola Amphitheater; fans who sign up for the artist pre-sale can unlock a new track (a pre-sale bonus) to enjoy. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials suspended the Bessemer City Schools board in January for an indefinite period amid governance issues, including cancelled meetings and budget delays. The state has guided the district (since 2024) and although a multi-year improvement plan was approved in 2025, control remains with state officials as they address long-standing challenges. ABC 33/40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson County Health Department inspections found 11 restaurants, convenience stores, and food marts in Birmingham and nearby areas scored below 85 in January, citing issues like rat droppings & expired foods, with violations requiring a reinspection within 60 days. AL.com
- ➤ UAB performed the Southeast’s first robotic kidney transplant on January 15 in Birmingham. The procedure, led by surgeons Michael Hanaway and Muhammad Rabbani, used robotic instruments for minimally invasive surgery that reduced pain, shortened hospital stays & sped recovery for patients. Yellowhammer News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 23 Alabama beat Missouri 90-64 on Tuesday in Tuscaloosa. Latrell Wrightsell scored 21 points by hitting seven 3s as Aiden Sherrell and Charles Bediako added key scores. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Registration is open at Ruffner Ball Park in Irondale for spring softball, baseball and t-ball (practice starts in March and games follow in April) as the upgraded facility at 301 Ruffner Road brings new turf fields, playgrounds and picnic pavilions to families. Bham Now
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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