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Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Historic Savage's Bakery and Deli will reopen in Homewood on March 16 after joining the O'Carr's family — owner Kenneth Rhodes said the move honors the shop's longstanding role in the community and preserves its legacy for future generations. WVTM 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham tech companies fuel local innovation as DEPLOY launches a subscription recruiting service and Halogen Ventures invests over $1M in startups + Linq secures $2M to expand its AI messaging platform. Meanwhile, VeroSkills uses AI to match workers with skilled jobs across the region. Bham Now
- ➤ Standard Furniture, a family-owned business since 1912, is closing its downtown location after 114 years in Birmingham. The store is holding a floor sample sale and operating altered hours until it shuts around mid-April — marking the end of an era. Bham Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Megan Scarano, a well-known Birmingham news anchor, left ABC 33/40 this week after three years with the station - she thanked the community and said she will continue her career in journalism. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVTM 13 is partnering with Better Basics and AmFirst through March 29 to run a Children's Book Donation Drive. Donors can drop off new books at any AmFirst location (helping build early literacy skills) to support local schools. WVTM 13
- ➤ UAB was ranked among the top 5 public institutions in the southeast by TIME & earned the No. 137 position overall. Officials praise its innovative academic approach and record breaking fall enrollment that signals growing demand for its programs. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ Hundreds of Hoover students saw live music for the first time on Friday as the Alabama Symphony Orchestra performed educational concerts at the Hoover City Schools Performing Arts Center (explaining instruments and music styles) to spark interest in music. WVTM 13
- ➤ Alabama State Parks launched its new Junior Ranger Program that offers kids free booklets, interactive activities, and guided programs. It was introduced at Oak Mountain State Park on Tuesday, March 3 and will help young explorers learn about nature and conservation. Yellowhammer News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alabama health officials are boosting measles preparedness as 1,200 cases have been reported in 27 states and nearby areas show rising activity. The Department of Public Health has started educating providers and using faster in-house testing to track exposures & prepare for potential cases in Alabama. WVTM 13
- ➤ UAB Hospital in Birmingham is now the fifth-largest hospital in the nation; the facility cared for a record 929,021 patients in 2025 and is expanding its emergency department with a $73 million project supported by the state. The Birmingham Times
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Bingo & Beats
2-10 p.m. — The Alcove Birmingham — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Bingo and RNB/Hip Hop tunes while competing for exciting prizes.
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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Live
7-8:30 p.m. — WORKPLAY — Tickets starting at $50 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Pigeons Playing Ping Pong in Birmingham.
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Moving Forward: Birmingham Parkinson's Conference 2026
9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The Harbert Center — Free entry — Connect and learn at a supportive conference for the Parkinson's community in Birmingham.
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Birmingham St. Patrick's Day 2026 Bar Crawl
7:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Tickets starting at $10 — Celebrate with friends at multiple venues and enjoy no cover at participating bars.
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St. Patrick's Day Crawfish Boil
12-5 p.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Purchase required — Enjoy a festive crawfish boil with live Irish Stout pouring all day.
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Birmingham Squadron 2025-2026 Season
March 16-24 — Legacy Arena — Cost Not Specified — Experience top-tier basketball action with the Birmingham Squadron in a premier entertainment venue.
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Phil Wickham Live Concert
7 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Tickets from $33 — Experience an evening of uplifting music with Phil Wickham in Birmingham.
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Cash Langdon Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring the captivating sounds of Cash Langdon.
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Exceptional Lives Expo
10 A.M. – 2 P.M. — Vestavia Hills Civic Center — Free entry — Explore valuable resources and engage in fun activities tailored for families of individuals with special needs.
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The Menzingers Live with I Am the Avalanche
7-11 p.m. — Saturn — Tickets from $76 — Catch The Menzingers for an unforgettable night of music in Birmingham.
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