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Birmingham
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Protective Stadium reached its 1 millionth fan milestone on Saturday during the sold-out Monster Jam event while Legacy Arena hosted the New Edition Tour; the BJCC campus will host sports games, concerts & live shows in April to keep the community vibrant. Bham Now
- ➤ Population estimates show Jefferson County lost 8,600 residents since 2020 as domestic migrants moved to other counties; in 2023, 14,600 left—with over 5,200 heading to Shelby County (the most popular destination)—while brief international gains in 2024 were not enough to stem the decline in 2025. AL.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nothing Bundt Cakes, acclaimed as America’s favorite food brand and operating over 600 locations (including 12 in Alabama), was sold for $2 billion as KKR reached an agreement with Roark Capital 8 hours ago. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Abbey, the sand cat at Birmingham Zoo, won the 6th annual March Madness photo contest on Sunday, March 29 after thousands of online votes chose her winning picture taken by Paige Spears; her image now appears on Sand Cat SSP’s Facebook & Instagram until she defends her title next year. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAB remains under federal investigation for its nonprofit partnership with The PhD Project — a program to boost diversity in business doctoral studies — as officials work with the Education Department to address concerns. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Major John Alex Klinner will be honored with a service today at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Trussville and flags statewide are lowered to mark his sacrifice; the veteran from the 99th Air Refueling Squadron, killed in Iraq on March 12, left behind his wife and three children. 1819 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is partnering with Birmingham to host its third annual Regional Wellness Day on Saturday, Apr. 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Birmingham CrossPlex + community members will be able to receive free health screenings and schedule follow-up care. The Birmingham Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ AJ McCarron led his coaching effort as the Birmingham Stallions won 15-13 in a road game against the Louisville Kings on Friday night when Matt Corral connected with Justyn Ross in the final minutes. The team will face the Houston Gamblers on Sunday, April 5 at 5 p.m. NFL Network. 6 WBRC News
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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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Interceptor Live
7-10 p.m. — Saturn — Free entry — Experience electrifying live music at Birmingham's favorite venue with Interceptor.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A Novel Tasting 2026: Benefit for Birmingham Public Library
6-8:30 p.m. — Birmingham Public Library Central Branch — Ticketed — Enjoy live music, a silent auction, and BPL’s signature tasting of wines, beers, and spirits.
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J.B. Smoove Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique comedy of Emmy Award-winning J.B. Smoove, known for his role on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'.
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The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short
7:30-10:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of comedy and music featuring two iconic entertainers.
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