Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham's Mayor Randall Woodfin plans to reinitiate the 'Don’t Be a D.U.M.M.Y' campaign to encourage public reporting of illegal dumping. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WorkPlay, a popular Birmingham venue, is undergoing a $230k renovation in partnership with the city to expand and modernize, aiming to attract higher-profile musical acts. Bham Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham anticipates localized flooding and possible severe storms this week, with a slight risk of tornadoes in select counties. 6 WBRC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Randall Woodfin reports significant advancements in implementing the Birmingham Crime Commission's recommendations, focusing on increasing first responder numbers and neighborhood improvements. 6 WBRC News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Smith, a UAB employee, survived a cardiac arrest at work thanks to the quick response and coordinated care from her colleagues and UAB's medical team. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ The University of Alabama at Birmingham's Arts in Medicine program hosts a monthly Virtual Mental Health Monday webinar series, covering topics like suicide prevention and accessibility in the arts, open for free with required registration. University of Alabama at Birmingham
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide highlighting 13 must-try bakeries in Birmingham, Alabama, showcasing local favorites for sweets and pastries. Bham Now
SHOP NEWS
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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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Mushroom Cloud Concert at The Upstairs of Avondale
Enjoy an evening of live music at The Upstairs at Avondale Brewing Company in Birmingham.
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