Good morning, Birmingham.

Hundreds of volunteers worked on service projects in Birmingham Friday and Saturday, helping beautify schools, provide haircuts and hygiene kits, and serve the homeless.

Local groups collaborated on these events, and Send Relief plans to take its Serve Tour to more cities soon.

Greater Birmingham Humane Society featured Rambo (a two-year-old terrier mix) on Good Day Alabama Sunday as puppy and kitten season brings many pets to their shelter.

The nonprofit urges locals to visit gbhs.org to adopt a companion.

Five Alabama shopping districts were named among America’s most envied retail destinations in a national poll by MarketBeat.

Pepper Place (Birmingham), Downtown Fairhope, Downtown Opelika, Downtown Florence, and Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment District drew praise for their authentic, locally owned shopping experiences.

Samford University in Homewood was named one of the 35 most beautiful college campuses in the nation by U.S. News (the only Alabama school on the list) and features Georgian-Colonial style architecture across its 247-acre campus with a bell tower and scenic walking trails.

The Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Program has announced 104 regional winners by awarding student-athletes $3,000 each, with recognition for academic, athletic & leadership excellence at the awards banquet set for April 13 at the Sheraton Hotel in Birmingham.

In March, the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham donated over 1,000 books to preschoolers at 19 local classrooms and community centers.

The organization read Hi! Fly Guy to 881 children and partnered with Sheriff Mark Pettway for the Books Not Bullets program to boost early literacy.

Central Alabama Water announced Friday afternoon it will stop adding fluoride to drinking water for 770,000 customers in Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Blount and Walker counties due to aging equipment and cost concerns.

Birmingham Mayor Woodfin sharply opposed the move, saying it prioritizes cost-cutting+safety over public health.

Birmingham officials announced new job openings today, with positions from firefighter to civil engineer and a Maintenance Technician Employment Fair scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Birmingham Career Center (3216 4th Avenue South) for laid-off CAW employees and other qualified candidates.

Image consultant Tierra Virden offered fresh spring style tips on Good Day Alabama Weekend as warmer weather inspires bold updates to local wardrobes.

She advises adding a vibrant piece like a blazer or dress—mixing casual and neat for a sporty chic look.

Latrell Wrightsell, Jr. scored 24 points as Alabama routed Texas Tech 90-65 to reach the Sweet 16, and the Crimson Tide will face Michigan in Chicago next Friday + the win marked their fourth consecutive Sweet 16 appearance.

The Birmingham Stallions will begin their season this week with an away game against the Kentucky Kings and will host the Orlando Storm on Apr.

18 with star power from Gucci Mane to boost fan attendance.

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.

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.

Rumpshaker 5K Run

8:00 a.m. — Regions Field — Entry fee applies — Participate in a fun 5K run and promote colorectal cancer awareness.

Retirement Party at TrimTab Brewing

6:30-9 p.m. — TrimTab Brewing Company — Ticket required — Celebrate a special retirement with friends featuring Kerosene Heights.

Interceptor Live

7-10 p.m. — Saturn — Free entry — Experience electrifying live music at Birmingham's favorite venue with Interceptor.

Dave Attell Live at Stardome Comedy Club

7-8:30 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary comedian Dave Attell's hilarious stand-up as he brings his new material to the stage.

Pajama Party Featuring A Goofy Movie

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema — Light breakfast options available — Cozy up in PJs and enjoy a classic family film.

Jelani Rose Live Performance

7-11:30 p.m. — True Story Brewing Company — Free entry — Dance to moody darkwave tunes and atmospheric melodies in a unique brewery setting.

Mariah the Scientist Live

6-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Starting at $201 — Catch Mariah the Scientist for an unforgettable live performance in Birmingham.

Ole 60 Live at Avondale Brewing

6-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets start at $56 — Don’t miss the unforgettable live experience of Ole 60 in Birmingham.