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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Birmingham Zoo opened its newest exhibit on March 19 to showcase a young orphaned cougar cub and two bobcats, Baxter and Boomer, that arrived earlier this month. Visitors can cast $1 votes to name the cub Sage, Sierra, or Juniper until April 1—each vote supporting her care. Yellowhammer News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A six-month-old girl named Ember Southard died from injuries after an American Bully attacked her on March 14 at a family member’s home in Alabaster—her mother said she would never forgive the relative for not following safe sleep rules. 1819 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men (Dashawn Jones, 19, and Matthew Singleton, 18) were arrested in Birmingham for robbing a man at gunpoint during a meeting about an item he listed on OfferUp on March 15 around 1:13 p.m. after police quickly located them. 6 WBRC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAB junior Snekha Rajasekaran gained research experience during summer 2024 programs at Stanford School of Medicine and University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine where she studied links between heart disease and diabetes. She continues research at Stanford and wants to publish her work as she works toward a career as a doctor and scientist. University of Alabama at Birmingham
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since last year's delays, Amwaste has improved service with a new schedule and technology upgrades like iPads for route tracking—local officials report missed pickups dropped by over 80 percent while a new contract starting in April will cut costs and add penalties for missed collections. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced a $1,000 reward through Crime Stoppers for credible tips that lead to an arrest for possessing a Glock switch after Gov. Kay Ivey signed a law on March 19 that made the offense a Class C felony. AL.com
- ➤ The Alabama House passed a bill requiring post-election audits for county and statewide general elections to boost trust in election results. Under the bill, county probate judges will randomly audit one precinct and one race no earlier than 31 days after an election — they will report their findings to the Secretary of State — and the measure now moves to the Senate for review. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Birmingham pastor Frank Woodson has formed an exploratory committee as he considers running for mayor in the August city elections—he said he will decide on his candidacy after launching several community initiatives in the next 45 days. AL.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham will host the 2025 World Police & Fire Games from June 27 to July 6 where over 8,500 first responders will compete in more than 60 sports at 35 venues; the event is organized by the California Police Athletic Federation to honor global first responders. Yellowhammer News
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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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Cherry Blossom Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Birmingham Botanical Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate Japanese culture amidst the stunning beauty of cherry blossoms.
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On-Site Tour at Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
9 AM - 7 PM | Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Free entry | Explore a premier senior living community known for its exceptional dining and care.
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Birmingham Level 2/3 Training Course
8 a.m. — Weil Wrecker Service — $595.00 — Enhance your skills in light-duty vehicle training with our flagship fundamentals course.
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Fred Armisen Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Tickets available — Enjoy Fred Armisen's unique blend of comedy and music in a lively performance.
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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes: The Family Reunion Tour
7-10 p.m. | Lyric Theatre | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy a night of humor with actress and comedienne Anjelah Johnson-Reyes as she showcases her unique storytelling skills.
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