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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Easter night, a domestic dispute turned deadly when a woman allegedly ran over 27-year-old Mickese James Bostic on the 700 block of Lisa Lane during a birthday party—children were in the vehicle and police detained the suspect as the investigation continues. ABC 33/40
- ➤ A Birmingham woman, Shatice Jackson, was charged with capital murder after she ran over 27-year-old Mickese Bostic during a domestic dispute at a birthday party and Easter celebration Sunday night (no children were injured). CBS 42
- ➤ A pedestrian was struck and killed by a freight train on Sunday night in Bessemer when 49-year-old Cedric Lamar Dean was hit around 10:45 p.m. on the 5500 block of Avenue A — the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash. CBS 42
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lee Shook of Create Birmingham is organizing the Sun Ra Festival to honor the legendary jazz musician with four days of films, art, music, and live shows at local venues starting May 21. Today, he hosts a fundraiser at Golden Age Wine Garden from 6 to 9 p.m. — the campaign also includes a fundraising event on April 27 at Rojo to help make the festival a reality. Bham Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson County Board of Education announced it is accepting Majority-to-Minority transfer applications for K-12 students for the 2025-2026 school year, with the window having opened on March 15 and running until June 2. The move follows a federal consent decree + aims to promote educational equity in the district. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Homewood City Council is expanding Shades Creek Greenway, a trail that now serves 120,000 to 150,000 users each year, by adding a new 1.4 mi section and planning a final phase to cross Lakeshore Drive and reach West Homewood Park. The expansion is part of the Red Rock Action Plan which aims to create 36 mi of connecting trail throughout Greater Birmingham — officials say the project supports healthy living and preserves essential green space. WVTM 13
- ➤ Birmingham Water Works Board chairwoman Tereshia Huffman faces an ethics complaint alleging she failed to disclose family ties that led to $40,000 in grants—a filing that covers events from 2023 and 2024. The complaint claims conflicts of interest and breaches of board policy amid a proposal to restructure the board, and details will be addressed today at the next meeting—a statement Huffman denies. AL.com
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2:00 – 3:15 PM — Birmingham Regional Emergency Medical Services System (BREMSS) — Application required — Become a certified AHA instructor through a blended learning format with online and hands-on training.
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8 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Grandview Medical Center — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Discover the latest practices and research in breastfeeding while networking with fellow professionals.
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Bob Sykes BBQ & Blues Festival
11 AM – 6 PM — DeBardeleben Park — Free entry — Enjoy great BBQ and blues music while supporting a local charity with activities for kids.
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Eric Eaton's Magic Show
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $25 to $35 — Experience laughter and amazement with Eric's unique blend of magic and comedy.
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Birmingham Speed Dating for Ages 35-49
7-9 p.m. — Brock's Gap Brewing Company — Cost varies — Meet local singles in an engaging and fun environment through speed dating.
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Hack and Forth Comedy Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr — $10 — Enjoy a high-energy comedy night featuring rapid-fire sets and playful banter from comedians.
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Houndmouth Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — $32 — Experience the live sounds of Houndmouth at a local favorite venue in Birmingham.
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Indy Grand Prix of Alabama
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Barber Motorsports Park — Race entry fee includes General Admission — Experience the thrill of racing at the Indy 5K and enjoy post-race festivities.
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Healing from Within: Gut Health and Adrenal Function
8 a.m-2 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park — Registration by April 3 — Explore the impactful link between gut health and adrenal function with Dr. Bart Precourt.
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Sesame Street Live: Say Hello
2-3:30 p.m. — Birmingham Children's Theatre — Family event — Sing, dance, and play with Elmo and friends in a fun game of hide & seek.
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