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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Joy East Buffet opened last weekend at The Pinnacle in Trussville, taking over the former Red Robin space (5029 Pinnacle Sq). The buffet serves traditional Asian dishes such as sushi, hibachi, and egg rolls and is open seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Bham Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The family of 3-year-old Ke’Torrius 'KJ' Starkes Jr., who died on July 22 after being left in a hot car by an Alabama DHR worker, filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Jefferson County Circuit Court against nine defendants — including worker Kela Stanford, Covenant Services Inc., and several DHR employees — alleging they failed to check on him for over five hours during a heat advisory. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Skeletal remains linked to a human skull that a dog found nearly a year ago on 5th Place NW were later joined by a tibia and a third bone discovered near the same home — the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office said DNA tests will be done to see if the bones match the victim killed by a gunshot wound. CBS 42
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham City Council will vote today on spending $1.2 million to fund the final phase of the Home For All plan that prepares a downtown site at Faith Chapel Care Center for 14 micro-shelters and an office + secure wraparound services for the unhoused. 6 WBRC News
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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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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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Downright Music Event
6-7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Standing General Admission — Enjoy an evening with the Erin Mitchell Band in Birmingham's beloved brewery.
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Chris Munch Live
7-8:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — $30.50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with actor and comedian Chris Munch and special guest Adam Bush.
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Rickey Smiley Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Stardome Comedy Club — $54-$377 — Experience a night of laughs with comedian Rickey Smiley at the iconic Stardome Comedy Club.
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