Good morning, Birmingham.

Alabama veterans officials and Gov. Kay Ivey honored 106-year-old WWII veteran Joseph Anthony Rumore today for his service and community spirit.

Born in Bessemer (his hometown), Rumore served as a first lieutenant at Camp Shelby and remains a lasting symbol of quiet strength.

A deadly house fire early Apr.

15 claimed the lives of Ramsay High senior Laila Hicks and her parents at their home on Avenue K and Ensley in Green Acres, leaving the school community mourning as counselors & students began to cope with the loss.

De Nada, a new Mexican restaurant by local restaurateur Armando Martinez, is set to open at Urban Supply in Parkside later this month.

It will serve lunch and dinner (pending final approvals) while blending elevated flavors with familiar Mexican dishes.

Birmingham’s Negro Southern League Museum hosts Jackie Robinson Day on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with live music, food, vendors, and baseball; the event also offers free registration for the Papa Jack Youth Baseball Camp (for kids 4 to 10).

Birmingham residents can join 10 Earth Day events this week including neighborhood cleanups on Apr.

18 at Five Points and at Huffman Roebuck Park (with safety gear provided) as well as a concert at Springville Road Regional Branch Library on Apr. 21 (family-friendly fun) to support local environmental efforts.

UAB researchers have developed new devices for kidney care, including Zorro-Flow, a noninvasive urine collection device for neonates, and ScopeAssist, which stabilizes ureteroscopy, as part of innovations expected to improve diagnosis and treatment of kidney stones (a challenge for many). Research also includes promising microbiome studies to lower risk.

UAB is leading a national study to test if personalized genetic risk information can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

The study has delivered genome-informed risk reports to 23,840 patients (with recommendations for earlier screening and treatment) to assess its impact on clinical outcomes.

Creekside Brookwood bought a portion of the shuttered Brookwood Village mall on Wednesday, Apr.

15 as demolition began in the remaining area to create a mixed-use destination with 40,000 sqft of office and retail space in Homewood.

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban will tee off with fellow top coaches including Kalen DeBoer, Nate Oats, Steven Pearl, and Alex Golesh at the Regions Tradition Drummond Company Celebrity Pro-Am starting Wednesday, April 29 at Greystone Country Club in Hoover + tickets for the event are available.

Alabama High School Athletic Association announced a 35-second shot clock and an extended mercy rule for state finals in high school basketball this fall; it also elected Kim Kiel as its first female president and Brian Jett as vice president, with new officers starting on July 29.

Our Town

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Virginia Samford Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the charm of small-town life through this classic American play.

Fantasia Barrino and Anthony Hamilton Concert

8-10 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Ticket information available online — Experience an unforgettable night with GRAMMY® Award winners performing chart-topping hits.

Birmingham Legion FC vs Indy Eleven

4-7 p.m. — Birmingham Legion FC — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting match as Birmingham Legion FC aims to bring home championships.

Willie Nelson Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — $47-226 — Catch the legendary Willie Nelson and Family live for a memorable evening of country music.

Mountain Grass Unit Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — $50/ea — Enjoy a night of live music with Mountain Grass Unit at one of Birmingham's favorite venues.

Grill Day

This is a live fire grilling event featuring an array of appliance and outdoor grill brands showcasing their products and cooking delicious food, all while supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Join us for great food, community, and live grilling demonstrations!

Pottery Night at All Good Beverage Co

6:30-8:30 p.m. — All Good Beverage Co — $65 — Create serving bowls while enjoying a beer in a fun atmosphere.

11th Annual ECD Medical Symposium

April 30 - May 2 — Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB — Registration required — Engage with leading experts on Erdheim-Chester Disease and emerging treatments.

Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concert

11 AM — Homewood Public Library — Ticket required — Enjoy a captivating performance by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.

Uncle LaZer Live Comedy Show

7:30 PM – 1:00 AM — Stardome Comedy Club — Two-item minimum — Experience a night of unapologetically hilarious storytelling from Uncle LaZer.