Good morning, Birmingham.

Birmingham Restaurant Week will run from July 30 to Aug.

8 with 10 days of special menus at local eateries. Preview events include a sample party on Tuesday, July 28 plus a food truck pop-up on Friday, July 24, with participation supporting Magic City Harvest.

Birmingham-based dress shop Made a la Mode is launching its first physical storefront — a three-month pop-up at The Summit on 214 Summit Blvd, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. and discounted dresses available until Oct.

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Breeze Airways launched nonstop flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport offering service to Fort Lauderdale and Raleigh-Durham twice weekly on Fridays and Mondays.

Local airport officials said the new low-fare option may lead to added flights if community response is strong.

Smithsonian Magazine has named Birmingham’s Rickwood Field (the oldest professional baseball park) and part of the Civil Rights Trail among 250 landmarks celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary.

The recognition highlights their roles in baseball and civil rights as key parts of local heritage.

Birmingham offers a double dose of undersea adventure this summer with The Little Mermaid at Red Mountain Theater from July 12 to 19 + an ocean experience at McWane Science Center where visitors will see marine exhibits and daily feedings of aquatic life.

Hoover native Je’Don Holloway-Talley’s debut screenplay 'Funny Feelings' earned four nominations at the American Black Film Festival after its world premiere in Miami Beach in late May; it is expected to screen at the local Sidewalk Film Center (Birmingham) later this year.

Alabama's back-to-school sales tax holiday runs from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19—students and parents can buy school supplies, art supplies, clothing, computers and books without the usual 4% tax as increased limits boost savings.

Grandview Medical Center’s proposed 11,000-square-foot emergency room cleared a major hurdle with a unanimous planning commission vote Monday night in Hoover.

The 24/7 facility with 12 exam rooms, parking, and a helipad now awaits Shelby County permits before construction begins.

Medical experts from UAB urge locals to take tick prevention steps while enjoying outdoor activities this summer by wearing long sleeves and using repellent in wooded areas.

They advise checking for ticks after outdoor time and seeking medical help if symptoms appear.

In June, 40 local restaurants earned food safety scores of 95+ — including Chicken Guy in Gardendale, Martin’s BBQ in Cahaba Heights, and Munchie’s on Fifth in Avondale — as reported by the Jefferson County Department of Health.

The scores, updated monthly on its website, show that local eateries continue to meet critical standards.

Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries sold at Publix in Alabama are recalled over E. coli O145 risk.

Consumers should dispose of any with lot code 60401 & best-by date Feb. 9 and return them for a refund.

El Cazador, a long-standing Tex-Mex eatery in Birmingham’s Crestwood area, now offers a soft-serve margarita flight with four fruity flavors — adding a modern twist to its affordable, friendly menu.

Records show the former Spark by Hilton hotel near U.S. 280 and The Summit received a $9.2M remodel permit to become a 110-unit veterans housing project.

Tunnel to Towers began construction in October and the Birmingham Veteran Village is expected to finish in 2027 — offering onsite support services.

Navigating Alabama's 2025 License Law Changes

1:30-4:30 p.m. — RealtySouth Training Center — Free entry — Learn about the upcoming changes in license law regarding agency, disclosure, and representation.

Country Dance Party

8-11 p.m. — Saturn — Ticketed — Celebrate the joy of country music with hits and two-stepping at a vibrant dance party.

Scott Ivey & The Filthy Frets with Rare Birds

— Time Range — The Nick — Membership card required ($7/year) — Experience country music fused with blue-eyed soul by a seasoned artist.

I Saw Them When Tour

4:00 p.m. — Seasick Records — Free entry — Experience live music in a vibrant Birmingham venue with a great local reputation.

Magic Mondays

6-9 p.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a casual night of board games and brews in a friendly atmosphere.

Sammy Obeid Live Comedy Show

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Main Room — Ticket package includes food & beverage credit — Experience the comedic genius of Sammy Obeid, known for his world record of performing comedy 1,001 nights in a row.

Watts Up with Energy

1:30-4:30 p.m. — RealtySouth Training Center — Free admission — Enhance your skills to help clients make informed home buying decisions.

World Deer Expo

3-9 p.m. — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Entry fee varies — Experience the ultimate sportsman’s paradise at the largest hunting consumer show in the country.

Alabama’s First 205 Day Festival: The Magic City Block Party

2-8 p.m. — Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark — Paid parking — Enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors, and family-friendly fun at this vibrant festival.

Magic Mondays: Weekly Board Game Night

6-9 p.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of board games paired with delicious brews in a welcoming atmosphere.