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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered in Bessemer to honor 3-year-old KJ Starkes Jr. who died in a hot car on July 22 as leaders like State Rep. Patrick Sellers & Mayor Kenneth Gulley called for accountability and change. CBS 42
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Matt Woods prefiled a bill that would set statewide standards for reporting school threats by requiring school principals to alert law enforcement of any threat disrupting a school, church, or government building—students charged would face a minimum one-year suspension and required evaluations with families covering law enforcement costs. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Alabama Public Television will reduce its national programming and add more local shows because of a 13% funding drop from federal cuts. The network plans to include more high school and community college sports to better connect with local viewers—steps that aim to shift its schedule toward more Alabama-focused content. 1819 News
- ➤ Central Alabama Water crew worked on a water main break in Hoover on Saturday at the 3000 block of John Hawkins Parkway—this break caused a water outage at Patton Creek Shopping Center and on Creekside Avenue—and repairs were expected to finish Saturday night. CBS 42
- ➤ Mountain Brook will hold a municipal election on Aug. 26 to choose one of four council candidates to lead the town during a major government change. Mayor Stewart Welch retired after two terms and was replaced by unopposed Graham Smith while Council President Virginia Smith and City Manager Sam Gaston stepped down after 25 and 32 years + Finance Director Steve Boone is set to fill Gaston’s role as the remaining council members serve until November 2027. AL.com
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Riley Green Concert
6:01-8:01 p.m. — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Riley Green live in Birmingham.
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Kerwin Claiborne Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of viral Instagram star Kerwin Claiborne and his relatable characters.
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Celebrate the Summer of the Babysitter’s Club with DK Yingst
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Birmingham Public Library Central Branch — Ticket purchase for signing — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with book chats, live drawings, and a chance to meet author DK Yingst.
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Tenishia Wilson Comedy Night
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $30.50 to $42.50 — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with the sensational Tenishia Wilson and her relatable humor.
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Comedy Night with Don D.C. Curry
7-8:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr — $24.50 to $30.50 — Experience the humor of Don 'DC' Curry, known for his unforgettable roles and comedy performances.
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Lee Bains Album Release Show
9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Nick — Membership required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Lee Bains + The Glory Fires as they celebrate their new album release with a night of dynamic Southern rock.
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Mojohand Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nick — $7 annual membership — Experience the Americana-rock vibes of Mojohand as they bring their energetic tunes to Birmingham.
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Zoom Basics Workshop
2:30-4 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Free entry — Learn essential Zoom functions from setting up an account to hosting meetings.
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Law and Business Networking - Elevating Your Potential
6-8 p.m. — Mayawell Bar — Free entry — Network with industry professionals in acting, production, and various business sectors to elevate your career.
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Introduction to Excel 2016
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Free entry — Learn to create spreadsheets and use essential Excel functions including formulas, charts, and graphs.
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