Good morning, Birmingham.

Organizations PRVLGE Lounge and the Rooted Impact Foundation hosted separate school-supply giveaways Sunday in Birmingham to provide students with essential backpacks and connect families to ongoing free or low-cost support, featuring haircuts, fresh produce, face paint, and bouncy houses (showing a broad range of community help).

Birmingham Fire & Rescue responded to a church fire on 39th Ave around 12:04 p.m.; they brought the two-story building under control by 12:33 p.m. with no injuries reported.

Dream Flavors, a new ice cream shop on 2nd Ave. North, opened on April 18 and serves 21 homemade flavors, grab-and-go treats, and dairy-free options.

Founded by Walter and LaShunda Baldwin, the shop was named Business Rate’s #1 Award Winner for June — a boost for local business.

Brown Beauty Barber School hosted its Student Success Showcase on Sunday in Bessemer, offering free backpacks of hair and beauty supplies to students and families (including shampoo, conditioner, and brushes) to help maintain new styles through the school year; students also showcased styling skills.

Kenadee O’Neal surprised her parents by announcing her acceptance into UAB’s Heersink School of Medicine today as captured on her TikTok video.

She will start training this fall after years of hard work (faith, family, and perseverance guided her journey).

Two University of Tennessee defensive backs returned on Saturday to Pinson Valley High School (their alma mater) to host a back-to-school giveaway, distributing backpacks and supplies for students from kindergarten through ninth grade.

The Metcalf brothers supported their community as preparations for the new school year continued.

Young black bears have been seen in Shelby County this summer, drawing local interest from Calera to Hoover (the animals are exploring the state naturally).

Alabama State Parks advises residents to keep a safe distance and not feed them.

Publix expanded its recall of Greenwise organic whole blueberries and whole mixed berries sold in 10- and 48-ounce bags after E. coli was detected, leading health officials to urge Birmingham customers to avoid the products and return them for a refund.

The recall follows reports of at least 12 illnesses.

The Red Cross is asking Birmingham residents for blood donations today as supplies run low — donors are encouraged to visit local centers for help.

The Birmingham Stallions have ceased operations after five seasons — winning three championships during that time — as the UFL said a stadium too large failed to capture the game-day energy.

The league may return if a smaller, right-sized venue becomes available.

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.