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Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Day 21, LLC acquired Mark’s Outdoors on January 28 at its Vestavia Hills store (located at 1400 Montgomery Hwy) and will continue the family tradition of personalized service and quality outdoor products. Bham Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rob McDaniel, co-owner of Helen and Bayonet, was nominated for the James Beard Outstanding Chef award, highlighting his efforts to uplift aspiring chefs and redefine Birmingham's dining scene; his restaurants continue to provide a welcoming space for locals. Bham Now
- ➤ 5 Seconds of Summer will perform in Birmingham on their Everyone's a Star world tour at the Coca-Cola Amphitheatre on Sunday, Aug. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Saturday, Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. via Live Nation. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ The Birmingham Public Library will host Black History Month events this February to honor local contributions to history (detailed schedules and activities are coming soon). 6 WBRC News
- ➤ 5 Seconds of Summer will perform at Coca-Cola Amphitheater on Aug. 16 during their Everyone’s A Star! World Tour. Live Nation announced the concert will bring many local fans together for an evening of popular hits. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Mark Sullivan, the Birmingham City Schools superintendent, was named Alabama Education Association Outstanding Superintendent of the Year for 2025–26. He led the district since 2020 with academic improvements & equity efforts that boosted its state Report Card grade. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ivey awarded $4.5 million in grants today to 18 community agencies helping low-income residents with job support, budgeting, and emergency needs. The funding is part of a program aimed at boosting economic stability for local families. ABC 33/40
- ➤ On Tuesday, Hoover Police Department received a $2,000 donation from Southeast Scent Work Alliance to support its K-9 scent work unit (its largest public safety gift from the group). 6 WBRC News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference, UAB researchers found that procedures to open narrowed carotid arteries did not improve thinking or memory skills compared with medications and lifestyle changes — a finding that may change how treatment for carotid stenosis is discussed. University of Alabama at Birmingham
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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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Aimee Mann's 22 ½ Lost In Space Anniversary Tour with Jonathan Coulton
8-10 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the anniversary of a cult classic album with Aimee Mann and Jonathan Coulton live in Birmingham.
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2026 Annual ECOB Engineering Awards Banquet
Evening — Harbert Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate engineering excellence and network with professionals and students.
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