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Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Birmingham rallied today against a proposed data center, arguing its development might stress local infrastructure. Organizers said they will meet with officials soon to review the project + explore alternative plans. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UAB’s Alys Stephens Center announced a 30th anniversary season of shows from this fall to spring 2027 — featuring banjo master Béla Fleck on Oct. 15 and the Blind Boys of Alabama performing Stevie Wonder’s album on Jan. 31. Tickets go on sale May 4. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ BPL will host the Bards and Brews Poetry Slam Friday, May 1 at Central Library, where ten poets vie for a $500 prize while Saxual Healer provides live music. Poet registration opens at 6:00 p.m. and costs $5 for the first 10 entries (18+ entry and 21+ for beer samples). The Birmingham Times
- ➤ On Saturday, May 2, the Civil Rights Activist Committee will host the Foot Soldiers’ 63rd anniversary celebration in Birmingham’s Historic 4th Avenue district from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event features main stage tributes, community booths + an evening candlelight unity walk honoring civil rights history. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ May is full of 47 community events in Birmingham, including art shows, concerts, film screenings and family fun. Highlights include UAB’s Alys Stephens Center events (May 1 to May 2) and free concerts at Railroad Park (May 22 to May 24); many are free or low cost. Bham Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A federal report showed that in 2024, Alabama had 454,815 electricity disconnects due to nonpayment—more than double the national rate. Riviera Utilities and Alabama Power said they used outreach + payment assistance programs to help customers avoid service interruptions. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham is awarding $200,000 in microgrants to 14 local organizations that work to prevent youth violence and support families — the grants, funded by a U.S. Department of Justice initiative, will strengthen programs like RESTORE for court-involved youth aged 11 to 19. 6 WBRC News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UAB O’Neal Cancer Center is expanding its Acton Road Clinic near Hoover with a $2 million investment that began in March and will finish in fall; the renovation will add seven exam rooms, expand the lab and create 40 parking spots to support 10,000 patient encounters annually (ensuring timely care). University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ Dr. Marcus A. Rothermich, a local sports medicine specialist at Andrews Sports Medicine, earned an MBA from Auburn’s PEMBA program to boost patient care and clinic operations in Birmingham. His new business skills have already paved the way for leadership and consulting roles helping train fellow physicians. Bham Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Birmingham can start birding with simple at-home setups as local experts from Wild Birds Unlimited (with stores in Hoover and Inverness) offer essential tips for attracting native and migrant birds during spring along the Mississippi Flyway. Bham Now
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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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Dallas Renegades at Birmingham Stallions
7-8 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Watch the Birmingham Stallions defend their championship title against the Dallas Renegades in an exciting UFL matchup.
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Alabama Ballet's Unbound: Serenade & Carmina Burana
2-5 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying performance of music and dance by Alabama Ballet and the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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MotoAmerica Superbikes at Alabama
May 14-17 — Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum — Admission prices vary — Experience the thrill of superbike racing at one of the finest motorsports venues in the country.
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