Good morning, Birmingham.

The Modern Green Book (a digital platform reviving the guide’s legacy) now connects Birmingham residents with Black-owned businesses through live market events with CityWalk Birmingham.

The initiative, launched in 2020, advances local economic empowerment and fosters community ties.

Birmingham is hosting free back-to-school events for students, including a school supply pop-up with Councilor Josh Vasa at Bessie Estell Park and a splash event with Councilor Brian Gunn at Maclin Park on Sat., Aug.

1 plus a community health fair on Sat., Aug. 8.

A new guide in Birmingham highlights 15 local organizations that help individuals with disabilities, offering services from early intervention to job training.

The list supports families and community members looking for assistance (covering both children and adults) and provides a central resource to find needed services in the region.

Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M.

Jones, a Birmingham native & cultural icon, has released her new book What the Mirror Said. The work blends memoir, essays, and conversation to honor eight Black women poets who shaped her craft and inspire a fresh take on accessible poetry.

Birmingham hosts a busy weekend from today to Sunday with a rodeo in Pelham at the Civic Complex + Ice Arena, Grease at Virginia Samford Theatre, and a Barons game at Regions Field featuring Friday fireworks; Restaurant Week and family events add more local flavor across town.

On July 28, the Housing Authority held a ribbon-cutting at 248 1st Street SW in Titusville for the Villas Early Learning Center, a renovated 5,000 sqft facility with six classrooms, new playground, updated kitchen, and renovated gym & offices that now serves over 65 children.

A Black Bear seen on July 28 near Legacy Community Federal Credit Union has become a social media sensation in North Shelby County neighborhoods near 280 and Oak Mountain — residents are advised not to feed the animal — and to follow Bearwise guidance if encountered.

Birmingham officials lifted the evacuation order for 23rd Street South after hazardous materials crews identified an underground fuel tank on University Boulevard as the source of a fuel leak.

Crews continue cleanup + remediation efforts while monitoring confirms safe air quality even though fuel smells may linger.

Gov. Ivey has proclaimed Aug.

1 as Will Roberts Day to honor 15-year-old Will Roberts (who died July 23 after battling stage 4 bone cancer). His funeral is scheduled on the same day.

Birmingham officials propose over $45M investment in career training for schools funded with ad valorem tax money.

The plan will renovate a playground, improve basketball courts and build a Future Ready Career and Innovation Center (aiming to serve about 3,200 students) if approved by City Council.

UAB startup TIXiMED initiated a Phase 1b trial for TIX100, a potential oral Type 1 diabetes treatment, on July 7.

The trial at a single US site will enroll 18 healthy participants to assess safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics over 28 days of treatment plus a seven-day follow-up period.

Homewood officials declared all but three buildings at The Park at Buckingham unsafe due to flooding that weakened fire protection; pink and white notices issued last week and Wednesday prompted residents to seek new housing while the abatement board (reviewing repair options) works with local partners.

Deep South Duals Wrestling Tournament

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Cost info not provided — Watch top youth and high school wrestlers compete in intense dual-style matches.

Birmingham Legion FC vs. Rhode Island FC

7-8:30 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Witness an exciting match featuring Birmingham Legion FC, a local team passionate about soccer.

Damnit Doll Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — WORKPLAY — $20.78 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Damnit Doll and The Alabama Heathens.