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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Magic City Fabric opened in January in East Avondale and offers quilting supplies, sewing tools, and beginner classes. Owner Bea Cross (a local entrepreneur and maker) works to make sewing accessible and inclusive for community members. 6 WBRC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three restaurants in the Birmingham area closed last week due to business evaluations and operational issues, and the Pihakis Restaurant Group said it will review its remaining locations to decide if service pauses become permanent. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alexia Jayy, a Miles College alum from Irvington, won NBC’s The Voice on April 14 — marking the first win by a Black woman in the show’s 15-year history. Her homecoming drew family and friends, and the singer plans to take her music to major stages in the future. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ Magic City Art Connection transforms Sloss Furnaces into a vibrant hub of art, food, live music, and family fun from April 24—26—Corks and Chefs will offer culinary tastings on April 25—26. The Birmingham Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bessemer City Council approved rezoning for Project Marvel, a hyperscale data center in Jefferson County, adding 900 acres to buffer nearby communities. McCalla residents, including Amy Mims, said they worry that pollution + rising utility costs will affect their daily lives. WVTM 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama's attorney general announced Tuesday a $12.2 million settlement with online gaming platform Roblox to fund school safety, requiring the platform to enhance age checks + restrict chat access for users under 16 by May 1. The deal also means Roblox will train law enforcement on online child protection. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth named Terry Lathan to the Alabama Charter School Commission effective immediately (replacing Julie-Ann McCulley). Lathan, a former teacher and ROAM director, will work on charter school policies as questions arise about recent school decisions. 1819 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The new Birmingham Heart and Vascular Surgery Center is set to open soon at UAB St. Vincent's East as an outpatient ambulatory surgical center. Birchfield Penuel Architects designed the facility to boost efficiency and patient care by maximizing natural light plus offering a range of cardiovascular procedures. Bham Now
- ➤ During the week of April 13-17, all six Birmingham food establishments inspected by the Jefferson County Department of Health scored 96 or above, with Lakeshore Food Mart earning 96 because its handwashing sink lacked cleaning supplies (no liquid or paper towels). 6 WBRC News
- ➤ A study from UAB found that teens with heavy screen time during adolescence later reported more suicide attempts and poorer short-term memory performance. The research used data from over 6,700 participants and suggests parents encourage balanced digital media habits (UAB). University of Alabama at Birmingham
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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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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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Kid Cudi Presents: The Rebel Ragers Tour
6:30-8 p.m. — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — $1 donation per ticket to The Big Bro Foundation — Experience an uplifting performance by Kid Cudi while supporting youth empowerment.
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Yacht Rock Revue - Primetime
7-9:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — General admission — Enjoy a night of smooth yacht rock hits under the stars.
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5th Annual City of Birmingham Mental Health Day
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Linn Park — Free entry — Engage with professionals and enjoy wellness activities while accessing valuable mental health resources.
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