Thursday, February 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A collision involving a semi-truck, box truck, and car, along with a hydraulic spill, closed three southbound lanes on Interstate 459 near Birmingham, with no injuries reported. WVTM 13
- ➤ First responders in Birmingham successfully contained a 20-25 gallon diesel fuel spill in the Regions Center, with no reported injuries. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Firefighters in Birmingham swiftly contained a house fire on 23rd Street SW with no reported injuries. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A.H. Parker High School in Birmingham, celebrating its 125th anniversary, has been a cornerstone of excellence and tradition for generations, contributing significantly to Black history and producing notable alumni, including Alabama's first Black Supreme Court Justice and other prominent figures. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ The Catalyze Birmingham Challenge awarded $717,000 to four nonprofits focused on career-connected learning for youth, enhancing education through innovative programs and resources. AL.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wooden City, a new restaurant by a trio from Tacoma, launched its soft opening in Birmingham on February 4, eagerly contributing to the local food scene. Bham Now
SHOP NEWS
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Purple Kiss Concert in Birmingham
Purple Kiss will perform live at the Carver Theatre for the Performing Arts in Birmingham.
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Railway Marathon & Half Marathon
This certified marathon and half marathon, starting at Black Creek Park in Fultondale, AL, offers a fast course ideal for achieving personal records.
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Sunday Supper Club: Tailgate Edition
A dining experience featuring elevated tailgate food curated by local chefs at Crestwood Tavern.
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UAB One Big Career Fair Spring 2025
The UAB One Big Career Fair provides a platform for UAB students to explore employment, internship, and professional opportunities across various industries.
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Pottery Date Night at Back Forty
Enjoy a creative evening of pottery-making with your date or friends at Back Forty Beer Company, including a chance to use a pottery wheel and enjoy delicious food.
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Vintage Market Days of Birmingham
An upscale vintage-inspired market showcasing a variety of original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, and handmade treasures.
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Casablanca Screening with Open Movie Captioning
Experience a screening of the classic film Casablanca, complete with open movie captioning, at the Alabama Theatre.
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Six The Musical Live Performance
Six The Musical is set to deliver an engaging live performance at the Concert Hall at the BJCC in Birmingham, featuring inspirational music and an entertaining experience for all attendees.
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We Are Vessel Concert at Legacy Arena
We Are Vessel will perform live at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, offering a local music experience for attendees.
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Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful!
Stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan brings his observational and self-deprecating humor to the BJCC Concert Hall, covering topics such as aging, family, and the absurdities of modern life.
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