Good morning, Birmingham.

Mountain Brook Mayor Stewart Welch confirmed that 8-year-old Sarah Marsh, a student at Cherokee Bend Elementary School who was camping at Camp Mystic, died in a flash flood in Texas on Friday — the community is now heartbroken over her loss.

Officials confirmed that eight-year-old Sarah Marsh, a Mountain Brook student at Cherokee Bend Elementary, died in a flash flood that struck Kerrville on Friday, July 4—search and recovery efforts continue.

Two Alabama pedestrians were fatally struck by a car on Perdido Key Drive around 3:00 a.m. Saturday in Escambia County, Florida— a 20-year-old man from Hoover and a 20-year-old woman from Calera died at the scene while the 47-year-old driver from Pensacola was unharmed.

On July 3, a Dollar General worker was shot before 9 p.m. during a holdup at the 2314 Warrior Road store in Five Points West—police said two male suspects stole about $600 and fled while the injured worker, shot in the torso, is expected to recover.

Birmingham Police are asking the public to help identify two armed male suspects who robbed a Dollar General at 2413 Warrior Road around 10 p.m. on July 3—stealing about $600 and injuring a clerk with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound before fleeing the scene.

AL.com journalists will host Birmingham Dreams, a free interactive event on July 24 at Woodlawn Theater—featuring John Archibald, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, gun violence prevention reporter Alaina Bookman, and Birmingham Poet Laureate Salaam Green as they share community stories for the Beyond the Violence project. Attendees will hear firsthand how residents are sharing their hopes and plans to improve local neighborhoods.

Jennifer Thompson, president of Safer Birth in Bama, said her organization is teaming up with community health partners to improve prenatal care in counties that lack labor and delivery services and face high maternal mortality rates.

The group will host a Block Party and a ticketed Mom Prom fundraiser on July 18 at Singin’ River Brewing Co to educate the public + encourage better access to care.

DCH Health System and the University of Alabama launched Supportive Care at the Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center to offer personalized help for patients facing serious illness—this program also gives 350 nursing students real clinical experience and will study care outcomes for possible expansion.

Rickey Smiley Karaoke Night

7-8:30 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a lively karaoke night hosted by Rickey Smiley for the Woodlawn community.

White Denim Live Performance

8-10 PM — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of White Denim live in Birmingham.

Rickey Smiley Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — $30.50 — Experience a night of laughter with iconic comedic characters from Birmingham's own Rickey Smiley.

Henry Cho Live Comedy Show

7:30-1:30 a.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $30.50 to $41.50 — Celebrate comedy with Henry Cho, a Grand Ole Opry inductee and seasoned TV and film performer.

World Deer Expo 2025

3-9 p.m. — BJCC South Exhibition Hall — Cost varies — Experience the ultimate hunting consumer show with activities for all outdoor enthusiasts.

R&B Night with Joe and Changing Faces

7-8:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Experience smooth vocals and nostalgic vibes from R&B legends Joe and Changing Faces.

Auntee Pam Live Comedy Show

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $25 to $35 — Enjoy a night filled with laughter as Auntee Pam brings her comedic flair to the stage with special guests.

WWE Monday Night RAW

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Experience live WWE action — Witness your favorite superstars clash in electrifying matches and unforgettable confrontations.

Rickey Smiley Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $30.50 to $42.50 — Experience a night of family-friendly comedy with Rickey's iconic characters and hilarious style.

KEYSHIA COLE - The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Legacy Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 20 years of Keyshia Cole's music with an unforgettable live performance.