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Birmingham
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last Tuesday, about 150 residents gathered at Boutwell Auditorium—a temporary warming shelter run by the City and Jimmie Hale Mission—that offered blankets, meals and cots to comfort those affected by the cold. The station is set to operate nightly for the next two weeks if temperatures remain freezing. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ YMCA of Greater Birmingham announced that its Alabaster branch will close at the end of May due to unsustainable costs and maintenance challenges — members can still use the facility until then and will be directed to other locations in the area. 6 WBRC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham’s Hop City Beer & Wine is nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards ‘Best Beer Bar’ contest for the fifth consecutive year, ranking second as of January 29. Vote online until Feb. 23 & winners will be announced on March 4. Bham Now
- ➤ Blue Bell Ice Cream's Sylacauga facility in Alabama houses up to 9,000 pallets before shipping frozen products across the Southeast, keeping a century-old family business alive. The company marks its long history as America nears its 250th anniversary. ABC 33/40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UAB will host Chamber Music @ AEIVA on Feb. 16 at the Abroms-Engel Institute of the Visual Arts, with a free reception at 5:30 p.m. and concert at 6 p.m. that blends live chamber music and art on display. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ Eater released its Top 15 Food Destinations to Visit in 2026 list, naming Birmingham as one of the best places to eat — local favorites like Adiõs, Bayonet, Rêve, and Saw’s BBQ gained a spotlight for their culinary flair. Bham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ When a government shutdown (linked to an immigration funding fight) loomed, the USDA confirmed SNAP remained fully funded, ensuring support for nearly 750,000 Alabamians. Lawmakers debated federal appropriations as the agency secured the program’s funding. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Auburn-based Allergy Asthma Immunology of East Alabama has opened a new clinic in Inverness that offers care for allergies and asthma. The clinic operates Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 254 Inverness Center Dr + Ste 200. Bham Now
- ➤ On Jan. 15, UAB Medicine performed the Southeast’s first robotic kidney transplant using robotic-assisted surgical equipment to reduce pain and speed recovery with small incisions. Michael Hanaway (surgical director) and Muhammad Rabbani (assistant professor) led the procedure at its Birmingham campus. Bham Now
- ➤ The UAB School of Dentistry's Finn Pediatric Clinic will host its Give Kids A Smile event on Friday, Feb. 27 at 1919 7th Ave. S. from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide free dental screening, oral health education, and preventive treatment for children. ABC 33/40
- ➤ UAB researchers found that increasing TTP protein levels may ease pain after surgery and cut reliance on opioids. The study showed mice with more TTP recovered faster and the team plans to test small molecules to boost TTP (if successful) in future clinical trials. University of Alabama at Birmingham
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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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Ultimate Championship Experience Birmingham 2026
8:00 AM – 7:59 AM — 2340 Crossplex Blvd — Competition entry — Witness thrilling cheerleading competitions with bids for prestigious championships.
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