Good morning, Birmingham.

Dutch Bros opened Birmingham-area's first coffee drive-thru in Alabaster today near Baptist Health Shelby Hospital.

The new spot at 544 1st Street N is the first in the Birmingham-metro area and the eighth statewide, serving coffee classics and Dutch Faves.

Founder Wil Drake will reopen his original doughnut shop as Full Circle Doughnuts this month at 1726 28th Ave S in Homewood (near Dance Foundation, Little Professor, and Salice).

The shop will serve doughnuts, burgers, shakes and breakfast daily at 7 a.m.

Alabama small businesses and private nonprofits (including faith-based groups) in six counties can apply for low-interest federal disaster loans after a drought that began Feb.

10. The SBA EIDL program offers loans up to $2 million with terms up to 30 years, and applications must be submitted by Dec. 23.

Hoover pianist Jon-Michael Ogletree defied early doctors' warnings when he was told he would not live past 25 and adapted his piano technique to overcome dwarfism and arthritis — he uses his gift of synesthesia to see music as he balances work as a CPA with inspiring performances.

The Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau announced record tourism growth in 2025, generating $2.62 billion and supporting 53,747 jobs while welcoming 4.17 million overnight visitors; the meeting also honored local winners and inducted leaders into the new Tourism Hall of Fame.

Trussville City Schools plans a $30 million expansion by building a new elementary school to ease overcrowding and support up to 1,000 new students + talks on funding and zoning are underway.

Chanah Fallin, a social media producer in UAB’s Office of Marketing and Communications since July 2023, returned to the classroom after finding a tuition benefit that covers in-state programs.

She balanced full-time work & online MBA coursework and graduated at the May 1 commencement, marking a new professional milestone.

Alabama Power crews worked Thursday morning, May 7, to restore power after severe weather left 24,000 customers without electricity; nearly 90% had power restored as repair teams continued working and urged residents to avoid downed lines.

Alabama's Crimson Tide and the Ohio State Buckeyes have announced a home-and-home series that will start in Columbus in 2027 and return to Tuscaloosa in 2028, while the Crimson Tide canceled their scheduled series with Oklahoma State.

Emails accused the UAB softball coach of mistreating players, and on May 6 the university responded with a statement that it is investigating the claims.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions

12 – 3 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Purchase tickets for an exciting matchup as the Birmingham Stallions aim for another victory in their UFL season.

Sun Ra Arkestra Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Saturn — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience the cosmic jazz sounds of the legendary Sun Ra Arkestra live.

Hit Radio Live

7-9:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — General Admission — Enjoy a seated show featuring popular hits in a vibrant atmosphere.

THE G CHILD EXPERIENCE - Live Band Music Performance

6:30-11:30 p.m. — Riggins Venue — Tickets on sale now — Experience an electrifying live band performance by Birmingham's own G Child and guests.

Josh Turner Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Buy your tickets now — Enjoy a captivating live performance from the multi-platinum-selling country artist known for his rich baritone voice and traditional country hits.