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Birmingham
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham mourns Bishop Calvin Woods, a civil rights leader who fought for voting rights and marched with MLK—he died at 91 after a lifetime in the struggle against segregation. Friends can pay respects Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church. WVTM 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Police ask for help identifying an armed robbery suspect who took money from a man at the Shell gas station on Oporto-Madrid Boulevard North on Aug. 14 at about 3 p.m.—the suspect then showed a firearm and threatened the victim before leaving in a white vehicle. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ A Birmingham man, Harold Dailey, 35, was arrested in New Orleans for capital murder after he allegedly shot 51-year-old John Roulaine in a parking lot on Aug. 11—Birmingham police and FBI agents worked together on his arrest. CBS 42
- ➤ A six-year-old boy died after he shot himself with an unsecured gun in an apartment on the 700 Block of 24th Avenue Northwest on Tuesday morning—Birmingham Police are questioning two adults who were in the apartment at the time. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hoover mayoral race will be decided on Aug. 26 as incumbent mayor Frank Brocato faces police chief Nick Derzis—both candidates explained their plans in interviews on CBS 42. CBS 42
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA warned Walmart shoppers to throw away Great Value frozen shrimp that tested positive for trace amounts of the radioactive isotope Cesium-137 after samples were taken at shipping ports—this warning affects products sold in Alabama and other states. WVTM 13
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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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Canva Graphics Workshop
2:30-4 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Free entry — Learn to create stunning graphics for flyers and social media using Canva.
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Hack and Forth Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $13.50 — Enjoy a high-energy comedy show featuring quick sets and playful banter amongst comedians.
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Alabama State Hornets vs UAB Blazers Football Match
7:30-9 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as Alabama State Hornets face off against UAB Blazers in a thrilling college football matchup.
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Chrisette Michele Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Tickets from $119 — Experience an evening of soulful music with Chrisette Michele.
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Tim Jennings and Friends Comedy Show
6:30-8 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $24.50 — Experience the wit and humor of seasoned comedian Tim Jennings alongside friends from the comedy circuit.
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Alabama All-Star Alumni Night Comedy Show
6:30 – 8:00 PM — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $24.50 — A star-studded comedy night featuring Alabama's finest alumni performers.
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