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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UAB students partnered with Sacred Space Garden to boost outreach in West End/Titusville by launching a website, branding, and asset map to improve food access where grocery stores are scarce. The projects will continue with future classes (Mustafa Abdullah leads this community effort). University of Alabama at Birmingham
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After being named the Magic City's #1 attraction by the GBCVB following a record-breaking 2025, the Birmingham Zoo now launches Dino Safari with 23 robotic dinosaurs including a 35-foot-tall Brachiosaurus and a 40-foot-long Tyrannosaurus Rex available at Cahaba Rd until November 1. Bham Now
- ➤ At the Regions Tradition Celebrity Pro-Am on April 29 at Greystone Golf and Country Club, Taylor Hicks accidentally hit a spectator with his ball and switched to emergency mode by playing his harmonica to apologize—he said he had only 59 seconds to act and the fan accepted his gesture. AL.com
- ➤ The We Shall Someday Project marks the 65th anniversary of the Freedom Rides with a series of events from May 6-11 in Birmingham, Selma, Anniston, and Montgomery, featuring a musical and panel discussions with local leaders and Freedom Riders. AL.com
- ➤ Today, the A.G. Gaston Motel will close its 1954 wing for an 18-month $4 million renovation funded by the National Park Service to restore historic rooms + the War Room, add elevators for accessibility, and preserve its role in Civil Rights history while keeping the coffee shop open. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham’s Ranelli’s Deli celebrated its Richman Po’Boy being named best Italian sub in Alabama by The Takeout. Rick & Sarah Ranelli’s award follows previous honors, including recognition from the Food Network in 2020. Bham Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nurture Alabama hosted a mental health fair outside Birmingham City Hall on May 8 with 60 vendors offering support to reduce stigma—mental health practitioners stressed the value of professional help while urging residents to know they are not alone. WVTM 13
- ➤ A UAB trial in Birmingham found that psilocybin (25 mg per 70 kg) combined with cognitive behavioral therapy increased days without cocaine use for 40 participants from underrepresented communities. The results published in JAMA Network Open support further research into safe treatments for cocaine use disorder. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ Pylon Building Group broke ground on a three-story, Class A medical office building for Vitalogy Wellness Center & Med Spa at 2714 20th Street South in Homewood. The project will include retail and medical spaces on lower floors and is scheduled for completion by first quarter 2027. Bham Now
- ➤ A Birmingham mother’s routine prenatal test in summer 2024 detected kidney cancer, so doctors at UAB performed surgery that protected her baby; she delivered a healthy son at 37 weeks and now returns (every four months) for follow-up scans. 6 WBRC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Stallions face Dallas Renegades on Saturday at 7 p.m. CDT at Protective Stadium after a 20-17 win over Orlando Storm. Fans celebrate School Spirit Night with a T-shirt giveaway while players join a Friday pickleball mixer at CityWalk BHM + focus on discipline. AL.com
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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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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.
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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.
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Hit Radio Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — General Admission — Enjoy a seated show featuring popular hits in a vibrant atmosphere.
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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.
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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.
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Clayton English Live at Stardome
8-11 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic brilliance of Last Comic Standing winner Clayton English.
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