Good morning, Birmingham.

Fultondale Promenade was evacuated on Jul.

31 after a gas leak was detected, with emergency crews securing the area & ensuring public safety.

Thank You Books reopens today in Crestwood with nearly double the space + an expanded children’s section that will host additional local events; co-owners Goodrich and McKinnon say the renovation meets community needs while regular hours remain unchanged.

Birmingham’s Modern Green Book, created by Theo Edwards-Butler, evolves a historic guide into a platform that connects shoppers to Black-owned businesses.

The Modern Green Book Market runs on the last Saturday of each month at CityWalk BHAM from April through November.

Southern Living marks its 60th anniversary in the city as the publication highlights its deep Birmingham roots and digital growth.

Food & Fire (tickets cost $100.55) is set for Sept. 26 at Sloss Furnaces to showcase our local food scene.

Birmingham has 99 neighborhoods divided among nine council districts and 23 communities, each with its own unique heritage (as explained by Barry McNealy from the Civil Rights Institute).

The city’s past shows both cultural unity and lingering social divisions that still shape community life.

A young black bear nicknamed Shelby has been seen near Oak Mountain State Park and along 280 in North Shelby County.

Wildlife expert Marianne Gauldin said he is healthy and advised locals to give him room + remove attractants to keep everyone safe.

Birmingham is partnering with the U.S. Coast Guard to host an Information Day from 9 to 11 a.m. at Boutwell Auditorium — 1930 Rev.

Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd where local business owners will learn how to register on SAM.gov and access federal contracts.

Birmingham City Council approved Birmingham Oasis, a new daytime resource hub for unhoused residents, to open in late September at 600 3rd Avenue North in Smithfield.

Operated by Urban Alchemy, the center will provide housing navigation, mental health & social support Monday through Friday, 7AM to 7PM.

The American Red Cross declared a national blood supply crisis after donations fell to a four-year low, urging donors to help save lives.

Birmingham residents can support the effort by donating at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church on Aug. 4 (1 p.m. – 6 p.m.), with additional drives planned locally.

A UAB study published in Immunity shows that T cells help build many types of infection-fighting proteins when babies first meet germs.

The findings may lead to better treatments for asthma and autoimmune diseases (further research is needed).

Sports Illustrated in its America 250 release recognized the state's top 5 athletes and noted that three of them are from Greater Birmingham (including local star Willie Mays of the Birmingham Black Barons).

Eventive Sports CEO spoke today about the Stallions departing Birmingham at a downtown press briefing.

He explained that the move came as part of a strategic shift and noted plans to support local sports moving forward.

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.