Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of August.
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💼 Business
Construction is underway at Riverchase Galleria for Koi Revolving Sushi Bar, Birmingham’s first revolving sushi restaurant.
The interactive dining experience on the former Ruby Tuesday site will soon let diners choose sushi on a rotating conveyor (opening date unannounced).
Fashion retailer Aritzia opened its first Alabama boutique at The Summit on Thursday, Aug.
27, offering personalized styling, canapés + champagne, and a bag charm for purchases over $150; the store is located at 350 Summit Blvd.
Two new businesses in Woodlawn will hold grand openings this Saturday.
Dimples Flowers at 5528 First Ave. S. hosts a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. while Tree Bar and Courtyard at 5356 First Ave. N. unveils indoor+outdoor bars and dining at 5 p.m.
🎭 Culture
Binnie Myles, a longtime Birmingham radio host, died and left a legacy in local broadcasting that many remember.
Colleagues and fans praise her influential career in shaping community media.
Birmingham is hosting 47 September events, from the Birmingham Artwalk that turns downtown into an outdoor gallery to live concerts and the Southbound Food Festival with food + drink vendors.
Check local calendars for arts, theatre, and music events scheduled throughout the month.
The UAB Center for the Arts is hosting a free Block Party on Friday, Sept.
18 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alys Stephens Center (1200 10th Ave S) featuring local food trucks, creative vendors, interactive craft activities and a concert by Grammy-winning Terrance Simien at 7 p.m.
🏥 Health
UAB researchers explained that during extreme heat, cells switch to emergency mode by using heat shock proteins and autophagy (the cleanup system) to repair damage.
Their study shows how these cellular defenses may lead to new ways to protect health during heat waves.
📰 Lifestyle
Twenty-nine restaurants have confirmed their Labor Day hours for Monday, Sept.
7 — offering diverse dining options across Birmingham. The guide also lists national retailers to help locals plan meals and shopping during the three-day weekend.
🏈 Sports
The Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers are set to face off in a preseason exhibition at Legacy Arena (split evenly for fans) on Thursday, Oct.
22 at 7:00 p.m. CST, paving the way for further regular season matchups later this season.
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