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Birmingham
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jalen Hurts will speak at a fireside chat during the A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Clubs 60th Anniversary dinner on Thursday, May 14 at Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa. Tickets cost $250 and funds will support afterschool and summer programs for over 2,100 youth in the region. Bham Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nana’s Sweet Spot is now open at 5005 Jefferson Ave SW and offers quick bites and full-service wedding and event catering. The menu mixes desserts with savory comfort dishes like banana pudding and BBQ meatballs for all tastes. 6 WBRC News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport will host a free job fair on Tuesday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the upper level event room near door 4U, where attendees can meet officials, explore career opportunities, and interview on the spot; bring copies of your resume and two forms of ID. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham shoppers see relief as state sales tax on select groceries is cut for two months starting today through June 30 — easing tight budgets amid high gas prices. WVTM 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Walter Howlett Club, children now have a new STEM program using upgraded computers with plans to add drone training and esports by late 2026. The club also offers hands-on gardening lessons through its Freight Farm (a Major League Baseball partnership) to spark interest in science. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ Birmingham City Schools is urging students to enroll in its Sensational Summer Learning enrichment program to fight summer learning loss (with experiences including field trips that build skills). The program starts June 15 and aims to boost participation from 7,000 last year to 10,000 this year. WVTM 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Senator Cory Booker will hold a town hall with Blueprint Alabama in Birmingham on Monday, May 4, where doors open at 5:30 p.m. for the free event (location will be shared 48 hours before the program). The Birmingham Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Alabama teen’s family has delayed a trip for experimental cancer treatment (DeltaRex-G) in California after his platelet count fell short. A GoFundMe campaign has nearly reached its $650K goal amid mounting financial strain and ongoing talks with Birmingham doctors. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ UAB scientists reported that 'zombie' senescent cells weaken muscles in aging and illness and are developing drugs to remove them (aiming to keep older adults independent) as they test blood biomarkers with hospital patients. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic has developed the nation’s first adaptive CPR and defibrillation training video for athletes with disabilities. The training, made with Lakeshore Foundation, fills a gap in emergency preparedness by guiding responders on proper care during emergencies. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ UAB Medicine performed two first in Alabama transplants by carrying out the state’s first deceased donor bone marrow transplant and a living donor liver transplant in March, allowing local patients to receive life-saving treatment without traveling out of state. Bham Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The former Graymont School in Smithfield will be redeveloped into a mixed-use space with 101 affordable housing units, senior living, and a pre-K center after city council approved a deal with Jefferson County. Construction will begin in 2027 and the project will open in 2028 near Legion Field. ABC 33/40
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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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Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concert
7-10 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Ticket vouchers available — Enjoy a spectacular evening of symphonic music with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K
8 a.m. — Railroad Park Foundation — Registration fees apply — Run for a cause and support brain cancer research during this family-friendly 5K event.
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