Good morning, Birmingham.

Celebration of life services for longtime Birmingham radio host Binnie Myles were announced following her Aug.

27 passing. Public viewings will be held Sept. 4 and a service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Sept. 5 at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church (attendees are asked to wear purple).

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society is urging families to adopt pets as it works to empty its kennels and ensure each animal is vaccinated and treated.

The shelter honors Dolly Parton (known for her compassion) while aiming to reduce overbreeding and unnecessary intake.

Bayonet, a Gulf Coast seafood spot from chef Rob McDaniel and his wife Emily, was named to Bon Appétit's 2026 Best New Restaurants list.

The restaurant (located at 2015 Second Ave. North) continues to impress with its diverse oyster program and national acclaim.

On Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Lyric Theatre during the Sidewalk Film Festival, a projector glitch interrupted the screening of 'Amazing Live Sea Monkeys' but the film resumed in 10 minutes + director Aaron Schock noted that the brief issue added a humorous twist to the event.

Tickets are now on sale for We Are One: All-White Celebration at Boutwell Auditorium, where music lovers, professionals, and community leaders will come together to enjoy live performances and DJ sets.

Organized by the Black Contractors Association (Alabama Chapter), the event promotes unity and culture.

Alabama State came back from a halftime deficit to beat Southern 30 to 17 in the inaugural Birmingham Football Classic at Legion Field.

Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. said his team's strong adjustments in the second half helped secure the win.