Monday, February 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Birmingham Police Department offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and competitive salaries for new recruits with varying education levels, alongside a comprehensive selection and training process. 6 WBRC News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Minority-owned businesses in Birmingham are experiencing unprecedented growth, with revenues and employee numbers significantly increasing, highlighting the potential for further economic development in the area. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama lawmakers are advocating for 'Parker's Law,' aimed at legally exempting nursing mothers from jury duty, inspired by Kandace Brown's courthouse ordeal. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham considers implementing a Crime Suppression Unit to enhance public safety. 6 WBRC News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planned NIH funding cuts could negatively affect Alabama by impacting healthcare, jobs, and future medical research despite the state's significant reliance on these funds for medical institutions and job support. AL.com
- ➤ The National Institutes of Health's funding cuts could significantly impact the University of Alabama at Birmingham, endangering future biomedical research and community health studies. The Birmingham Times
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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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Clive Carroll Concert in Birmingham
Clive Carroll will perform live at The Upstairs at Avondale Brewing Company, offering an evening of music in a cozy indoor setting.
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UAB L.R. Jordan Lecture and Luncheon
The UAB L.R. Jordan Lecture and Luncheon offers insights and discussions relevant to the healthcare community, with registration closing on February 14, 2025.
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Birmingham Open Mic Poetry Night
An intimate evening of poetry readings and an open mic for aspiring poets at Seeds Coffee Co.
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Happy Hour and Vision Board Workshop
Participants will create digital vision boards in a happy hour setting, guided by speaker Julie Gardner, to help manifest their dreams and goals.
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