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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Brady Smith, 23, a Utility Line Construction Services worker, was seriously injured with a broken spine when a large tree—uprooted by overnight storms—fell on a utility truck during power line repairs on Birmingham’s Diaper Row, and his coworker Jeffrey Scott Duffie died in the incident. AL.com
- ➤ A house fire broke out in the 500 block of North Drive (near Roebuck Springs) at 8:15 a.m. today and firefighters quickly controlled the blaze with no injuries; investigators are checking the cause. ABC 33/40
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Live Nation will host a three-day hiring event at the Stadium Club — from 4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. on May 8 and 9, and from 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. on May 17 — to fill over 300 part-time positions at the new Coca-Cola Amphitheater. The amphitheater will open for its first show on June 22. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham business leader Susan Kirkpatrick received the H. Chester Webb Award for Distinguished Service during the 2025 Alabama Trucking Convention held at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort in April — the award honors her long-time leadership in the trucking industry. Yellowhammer News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said a man died after he was shot in his car on the 300 block of 6th Avenue South alley around 12:15 p.m.—he was taken to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham nonprofits have teamed up to help families affected by gun violence apply for victim compensation and access support resources. Nonprofit leader Sheree Kennon—who founded What About Us after her son was killed in 2021—and national director Aswad Thomas are working with state officials to ease the application process as claims increase. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham residents pay a 9% grocery tax split among state, county, and city funds. A proposed bill will cut the state rate from 3% to 2%, lowering the overall tax to 8% and saving an average family about $7.50 a month—pending Senate and House approval. 6 WBRC News
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Mason Via Live Performance
6:30-8 p.m. — The Upstairs at Avondale — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of live music from Mason Via in a cozy Birmingham venue.
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Funny Lane Comedy Tour
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $— Enjoy a night of laughter with three high school friends turned comedians showcasing their hilarious stories.
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Willow Avalon Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Saturn — Prices vary — Experience the enchanting blend of country and Americana sounds from Willow Avalon as she showcases her musical journey.
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Steel Magnolias
2:30 p.m. — Birmingham Festival Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the enduring story of friendship and resilience among Southern women.
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Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Pickup
12-2:45 p.m. — Birmingham CrossPlex — Free entry — Dust off those knee pads and enjoy a fun, energetic game of volleyball.
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MAY Pottery Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Parkside on Fifth — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with pottery-making while enjoying good food and drinks.
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Focused and Fabulous 2025
11:30 AM — The Westin Birmingham — Ticket purchase required — Fashion and philanthropy unite for a luncheon benefiting youth education.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Mandal
6:15-9 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — $20 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Atlanta's rising comedian known for his wit and recent Netflix recognition.
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Brick Fan Expo - A LEGO Fan Event
10 AM - 5 PM — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Family-friendly entry — Explore amazing LEGO® creations, building zones, games, and character meets.
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Tire Rack Street Survival Teen Driving School
7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Barber Motorsports Park — $125 — Equip your teen with essential defensive driving skills at a dedicated driving school.
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