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Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham hosts 19 farmers markets offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and local crafts – some like Alabama Farmers Market on Finley Ave w are open daily and others, like Burnette Farms Market in Pelham, will debut on Thursday, March 12. Locals can shop and support neighborhood growers statewide. Bham Now
- ➤ The Home For All pilot program will open 14 small pallet homes by early April behind Faith Chapel Care Center to support unhoused individuals with wraparound services & security. This initiative is backed by $2.4 million from the city to provide safe places, meals, and dignity to those who need it most. WBHM
- ➤ Playdate opened this January as a new indoor play center for kids up to 12 in Birmingham. The 5,000 sqft venue offers private parties and play dates with hours Monday–Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Saturdays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Five local autism organizations are launching an Autism Acceptance campaign in April with decorative mailbox bows and yard signs shown across neighborhoods. Pre-orders run from March 9 through March 25 (proceeds will support local services for individuals with autism and behavioral health needs). ABC 33/40
- ➤ Downtown Birmingham will host the Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K at Ronald McDonald House Alabama on Saturday, April 11 from 7AM to 11AM. Runners can choose a 5K, 1-mile course, or Snoozer option and the first 50 using code BHAMNOW receive $10 off (discount applies to registration). Bham Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vocelli’s Pizza is opening a new location in Hoover inside Valleydale Village Shopping Center on Saturday, Apr. 11 at 12 p.m. The grand opening party offers free pizza for the first 100 carryout customers + $9.99 one-topping deals. Bham Now
- ➤ Savage’s Bakery will reopen on March 16 at its usual location and resume operations for local customers. 6 WBRC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAB has been ranked among the top five percent of public institutions in the Southeast in TIME’s World’s Top Universities ranking. The university reported record breaking fall enrollment and strong academic performance as it continues its SUCCESS Initiative on campus. Yellowhammer News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Bald Eagle was spotted last week on Valley Drive in Roebuck Springs when local naturalist Van Coffey captured its flight while crows harassed it (marking the first sighting since January 2024). Bham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Center Point Parkway remains dangerously dark at night due to few streetlights and crosswalks, raising safety concerns after several pedestrian accidents (with over 50 roadway incidents since August 2022). City officials and ALDOT are studying potential improvements including lighting upgrades at an estimated cost of $1.5 million, pending additional funding. ABC 33/40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two pediatricians at Children’s of Alabama inspire young patients and empower future healthcare leaders; Dr. Robin Garrison from Montgomery joined the team in June 2025 + Dr. Jessica Gutman, a Helena native, treats children at Greenvale Pediatrics in Alabaster during Women’s History Month. Bham Now
- ➤ UAB Hospital in Birmingham is now the 5th largest in the nation after moving up three spots in a Becker’s Hospital Review survey. The facility was named best in Alabama by Newsweek and expanded its services (including a $156.7m rehab pavilion and a $70m emergency department upgrade). Bham Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Officials say the Coast Guard will break ground on a new training facility that could affect housing in Birmingham. The project will begin soon and may impact local neighborhoods. 6 WBRC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Samford women won the Southern Conference tournament in Asheville, N.C. over the weekend and will learn their NCAA matchup on Selection Sunday, March 15 at 7 p.m., marking their first tourney bid since 2012. Bham Now
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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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Interactive Playtime for Kids
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Birmingham Public Library Avondale Regional Branch — Free entry — Enjoy engaging activities for lap sitters and teetertotters with their caregivers.
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