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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today Tay's Tea opens its first brick-and-mortar location near Railroad Park in the Parkside district—owners Yanisa and James Odom began a soft opening while training staff and plan a grand opening soon. The shop serves Thai-inspired drinks and will add dishes like garden rolls and mango sticky rice. Bham Now
- ➤ Spirit Airlines will launch nonstop flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Detroit (DTW) on June 13; the service will operate twice weekly on Monday and Friday with bookings available now. Bham Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On March 25, a 16 year old was arrested by the Birmingham Police Crime Reduction Team at a residence in east Birmingham for a shooting that killed one man and injured two others—on March 27, six warrants were issued charging him with capital murder, attempted murder, discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling and vehicle, and illegal pistol possession, and he is held without bond at Jefferson County Jail. 6 WBRC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Susan DuBose introduced HB342 to require local school boards to allow elective credit for off-campus religious instruction amid a strong push from parents; the amended bill now awaits further review by the House Education Committee after spring break as lawmakers weigh the balance between parental choice and instructional time. 1819 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 2 Alabama beat No. 6 seed BYU with a score of 113 to 88 in a record-setting game that advanced the team to the Elite Eight for the second straight season—Mark Sears scored 34 points with 10 three-pointers. The Crimson Tide will face the winner of Duke and Arizona on Saturday in Newark. 1819 News
- ➤ Birmingham restaurants are preparing special menus to welcome NCAA women’s basketball teams and fans arriving for Sweet 16 and Elite Eight matchups at Legacy Arena from today through Monday. Options include Rodney Scott’s BBQ for North Carolina teams, Dyron’s Low Country for South Carolina fans, The Fish Market for Notre Dame supporters, Bistro 218’s crab cakes for Maryland, Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint for Texas and TCU, and Hattie B’s Hot Chicken for Tennessee—ensuring visitors savor familiar tastes. Bham Now
- ➤ Today, Legacy Arena in Birmingham hosts the NCAA Women’s March Madness Regional bracket featuring eight teams including South Carolina, Maryland, Duke, North Carolina, TCU, Notre Dame, Texas and Tennessee — the tournament runs from today to Monday — and local officials expect a $12 million boost for hotels and restaurants. AL.com
- ➤ Birmingham is buzzing with action as the 2025 NCAA Sweet 16 and Elite 8 tournaments begin at Legacy Arena at the BJCC. Teams like Duke, UNC, South Carolina, and Maryland will take the court tomorrow—today marks the first day of practices amid rising economic expectations. ABC 33/40
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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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Jessie McDonald's Field Trip Comedy Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Main Room — Tickets available — Experience laughter with Jessie McDonald and Myron Jewels on this comedic field trip.
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2025 Autism Walk
9 a.m. — Autism Support of Alabama, Birmingham — $30 — Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month while supporting programs for individuals and families affected by autism in Alabama.
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Stavros Halkias Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Lyric Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the edge and humor of Stavros Halkias on his The Dreamboat Tour.
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My Morning Jacket Live in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of My Morning Jacket, a cornerstone of modern alt-rock.
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Stand-Up Comedy Night with Ellen Skrmetti
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Tickets available — Experience the southern charm and wit of comedian Ellen Skrmetti as she brings her hilarious stand-up routine to the stage.
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