Good morning, Birmingham.

Today, Urban Impact hosts its fifth annual BECOME Pitch Competition at The Alcove in the Historic Fourth Avenue Business District — 11 Black entrepreneurs will present their business plans to compete for up to $8,500 in funding.

This event marks the grand finale of a program that provides education and mentoring to local business owners.

UAB expects to welcome its largest freshman class ever this fall with nearly 2,500 new full-time students — about 500 more than last year and nearly a 25% increase according to early estimates.

Upgraded facilities and new academic programs support this growth as part of its SUCCESS Initiative.

Patrick Braxton became Newbern’s first Black mayor when he won 66 votes to Laird Cole’s 26—his win renews fully elected local government after decades of appointment practices.

The Jefferson County Department of Health has observed International Overdose Awareness Day with a weeklong tribute that began on August 25, featuring purple flags at its Central Health Center and free naloxone kits for the community.

Birmingham City Hall will be lit in purple tomorrow as JCDH works with partners to reduce overdose deaths and honor lives lost.

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.

Wicked: A Musical in Birmingham

Various times — BJCC Concert Hall — Ticketed — Experience the untold story of the Wicked Witch of the West in this magical Broadway phenomenon.

Wicked

1:30-3:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Tickets required — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz with a thrilling score.

Gary Owen Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Main Room, Birmingham — $45 to $55 — Experience the humor of Gary Owen, one of America's most beloved comedians.

Wicked

2-5 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with stunning musical performances.

Carolanne Miljavac Live Comedy Show

6:30-8 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $16 to $36.50 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Carolanne Miljavac as she shares relatable stories and sharp wit in her comedy show, She Laughs!

Wicked

7:30-10:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with stunning music and performances.

Wicked

7:30-9:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz in this enchanting Broadway musical.

Bingo Loco

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying bingo rave with comedian MCs, dance-offs, and wild prizes.

Wicked: The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magical tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with unforgettable songs.