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Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham-based Regions Bank earned the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the 12th consecutive year on Thursday after announcing its strong employee engagement. The bank (NYSE: RF) said its high-performance culture drives ongoing success. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Dutch Bros Coffee will open a new location in Alabaster soon to offer fresh coffee and a welcoming spot for locals. The opening is expected to introduce a popular choice for nearby coffee lovers. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ London Koi, a 12-year-old student at Alabama School of Fine Arts, has captured local attention by performing at a Saints game and Birmingham mayor's inauguration; she is set to release her first EP while managing school & voice lessons, a journey framed by early support and family pride. The Birmingham Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Birmingham jumped 40 cents in the past week, averaging $3.01 a gallon at local stations — prices ranged from $2.64 to $3.58 and are notably up from last month. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Minth Group Limited announced today plans to invest $430 million to transform a former steel mill in Gadsden into its largest U.S. manufacturing campus. The project will create over 1,300 jobs producing automotive parts for local automakers (including Hyundai and Kia) at nearly 1 million sqft. Yellowhammer News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A statewide poll finds Attorney General Steve Marshall is now in second behind Rep. Barry Moore in the 2026 GOP Senate primary as nearly half of voters remain undecided. TV spending in Birmingham + Mobile markets is pushing the race forward with over $3 million in ads. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ ALDOT will open the first phase of the new Pump House Road bridge Sunday night as part of US-280 widening from Lakeshore Parkway to I-459. Demolition of the old bridge will start soon with overnight lane closures (starting at 7 p.m.) as the project moves toward an October finish. 6 WBRC News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UAB professor Martin Young warns that Daylight Saving Time, which began Sunday, may boost heart attack risk by 10 to 24 percent today and tomorrow because of lost sleep and misaligned body clocks. He advises getting morning sunlight, exercise and a hearty breakfast to help the body adjust. 6 WBRC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Samford women’s basketball team beat Chattanooga 72-67 in the SoCon Tournament on Sunday afternoon to win a spot in the Big Dance (their first appearance since 2012). They will learn their March Madness seed on Selection Sunday, March 15. 6 WBRC News
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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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Birmingham Bandstand Open Mic Night
7-10 p.m. — The Nick — Free entry — Experience a vibrant showcase of local talent in an intimate 21+ setting.
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