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Birmingham
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Coca-Cola UNITED is selling its longtime East Lake campus — a 350,000 sqft property near the airport — as it shifts operations to a new headquarters in Kingston set to complete in late 2026. Graham and Company will handle the sale. ABC 33/40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic St. Paul UMC in downtown Birmingham will hold its 4th annual civil rights celebration on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., featuring a service by Bishop Holston and guided tours of the new exhibition center funded by local donors and preservation funds. Bham Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Alabama QB Jalen Hurts released his children’s book 'Better Than a Touchdown' on March 10 to teach kids about perseverance, teamwork, and literacy. He has visited local classrooms & shared his story to inspire youth development. Yellowhammer News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of Central Alabama Water workers were let go this morning in a systemwide reduction affecting multiple departments, including some near retirement, with safety concerns raised by employees. Board member Sheila Tyson confirmed the layoffs and said she will ask for more details+ about replacements and severance packages. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Katie Britt is pushing legislation to give free heart screenings to low-income and underinsured women (ages 35 to 64) in rural areas. The Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act would allocate $250 million to expand the CDC’s Wisewoman program and could take effect in October if approved. WVTM 13
- ➤ UAB surgeons completed Alabama’s first living-donor liver transplant in early March to expand lifesaving options for patients facing long wait times. The new program enables local patients to receive advanced transplant care close to home. University of Alabama at Birmingham
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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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The Brook & The Bluff Concert
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — $45/ea — Experience live music with The Brook and The Bluff in a vibrant Birmingham setting.
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Rumpshaker 5K Run
8:00 a.m. — Regions Field — Entry fee applies — Participate in a fun 5K run and promote colorectal cancer awareness.
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Retirement Party at TrimTab Brewing
6:30-9 p.m. — TrimTab Brewing Company — Ticket required — Celebrate a special retirement with friends featuring Kerosene Heights.
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