Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham is welcoming a variety of new businesses including a community-focused café in Woodlawn and an upscale French dining concept, among others. Bham Now
- ➤ United Way of Central Alabama offers free tax services saving Central Alabama residents over $460K in tax preparation fees, with opportunities for volunteering. Bham Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 31-year-old man, Langston Jacob Thomas, died following a single-vehicle crash in southwest Birmingham early Sunday morning. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Interim Police Chief Michael Pickett highlights a significant reduction in Birmingham crime rates due to new crime-fighting initiatives, including a 23-day streak without a homicide and a strategic focus on violent crime and community engagement. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ James Taylor and his All-Star Band will perform at Birmingham's new Coca-Cola Amphitheater on September 10, with tickets going on sale March 14. ABC 33/40
- ➤ The Alabama Symphony Orchestra is hosting one-time events featuring an Aretha Franklin Tribute and a Música de Mariachi performance this spring, offering a perfect blend of soulful tunes and lively rhythms for unforgettable evenings out. Bham Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Code Red air quality alert indicating unhealthy levels due to particle pollution from a prescribed burn near Jefferson County has been issued for the Birmingham Metro area for Tuesday, March 11. Bham Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In February, 29 Jefferson County restaurants, including Niki’s West and Maki Fresh, scored 95 or above on their food service inspections, highlighting their commitment to high standards of food safety and quality. Bham Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama's first Up-Down Arcade Bar, offering a variety of classic arcade games, pinball machines, skeeball, craft beers, and pizza, is set to open in Birmingham's Parkside district in April. Bham Now
SHOP NEWS
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D.R. Horton Bus Tour in Birmingham, Alabama
This event offers a guided bus tour of D.R. Horton homes in Birmingham, providing a valuable experience for real estate agents interested in new construction.
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STARS Godspell Jr. Performance
An all-female cast presents Godspell Jr., exploring themes of leadership, friendship, and trust at the Virginia Samford Theatre.
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The R&B Brunch Experience
This unique event combines food, drinks, and a nostalgic journey through R&B classics, encompassing elements of a day party, karaoke, and a fashion show.
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Rickey Smiley Presents Karaoke Night: R&B Edition with Live Band
Rickey Smiley hosts an R&B karaoke night featuring a live band and singer Nadia Tellis in Birmingham.
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Velocity: A Modern Irish Dance Experience
Featuring five-time World Champion David Geaney, Velocity transforms traditional Irish tap dance into a contemporary spectacle with innovative choreography and live music.
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Trish Suhr Live in Birmingham
Trish Suhr, a multifaceted designer, professional organizer, TV host, and comedian, brings her comedic insights and organizational expertise to Birmingham.
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17th Annual Rumpshaker 5K
The Rumpshaker 5K is an annual charity run held to raise awareness for colorectal cancer, taking place at Regions Field in Birmingham, Alabama.
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Learn Haircutting Theory and Practice at See Theory
This hands-on class in Birmingham focuses on understanding haircutting theory and practical execution for visual learners and aspiring hairstylists.
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Jr Parks Live at The Upstairs at Avondale
This live music event features Jr Parks performing at The Upstairs at Avondale, with doors opening at 7 PM CST.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience an enchanting tribute to Taylor Swift featuring the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
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