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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Freshwater Land Trust launched an updated Red Rock Trail System interactive map that adds 15 miles of new Hoover trails and highlights planned expansions across Jefferson County. City officials said the press conference held Wednesday at Hoover East Nature Trail marked a step in expanding outdoor recreation. Yellowhammer News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a fatal house fire claimed three lives in a home without a working smoke detector, Birmingham Fire and Rescue is providing free installations and urging residents to test detectors monthly and replace batteries every six months (over 60 requests were already made in the past 24 hours). 6 WBRC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local couple Brian and Branika Pride are launching The Collective on 4th, a luxury event space in downtown at 2025 4th Avenue North. The venue soft opens Sunday, Apr. 19 and will host a mixer on May 6 + a Mother’s Day celebration on May 9. Bham Now
- ➤ Buffalo Rock Company, a local soft drink maker known for its ginger ale, is celebrating its 125th anniversary by opening a new headquarters — off Lakeshore Parkway — to expand manufacturing capabilities. The 127,000 sqft facility includes a medical office, fitness center, museum and park with a pickleball court. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fashion designer Perry Varner launches BirmingHIM Men’s Fashion Week from Wednesday, April 29 to Sunday, May 3 at multiple Birmingham venues to present fashion shows, panel discussions, health screenings and special ticketed events featuring Mayor Woodfin and local officials. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ The second annual Furnace Chicken Festival will take place on Saturday, May 2 at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark from 1-9 p.m., featuring local vendors, live music and a Kids Zone; proceeds will benefit Disability Rights & Resources. Bham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham officials filed a court brief on Sunday saying Central Alabama Water breached state law by stopping fluoride without the required notice and endangering public dental health (the filing cites years of neglected maintenance). They ask the judge to order the utility to resume fluoridation at its treatment plants. The Birmingham Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA announced a recall of a batch of Xanax XR 3-mg tablets (lot 8177156) after tests showed not all tablets dissolved properly. Users who received the medication between Aug. 27, 2024 and May 29, 2025 should stop use and contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider. AL.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ State leaders approved a bill last week to let the city form a community land trust that buys land and leases it to low income families, keeping houses affordable for future buyers. Birmingham will set up the trust as part of its plan to reduce disinvestment and address neighborhood blight. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Fairway Investments and Pope plus Land Real Estate sold a portion of Brookwood Village to Creekside Brookwood LLC. The new owners will redevelop about 40,000 sqft of the former mall adjacent to Andrews Sports Medicine into offices+retail space while collaborating with local municipalities. Bham Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concert
11 AM — Homewood Public Library — Ticket required — Enjoy a captivating performance by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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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.
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Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2026
11 a.m.-5 p.m. — Cahaba Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate the local vegan scene with food trucks, vendors, and live DJ at Alabama's largest vegan fest.
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