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Birmingham
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Railroad Park Foundation will host a free community picnic and fundraiser at Railroad Park on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature live music with headliner Pynk Beard and the Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir—along with children’s activities, a local merchant showcase on 1st Avenue South, and a special ceremony recognizing Birmingham’s 99 neighborhoods at 3 p.m. ABC 33/40
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stone Hollow Farmstead, a family farm from Harpersville, opened its second retail location in a shared space with Tracey Barrett Interiors at 2817 18th Street in Homewood. The store—named Stone Hollow Farmstead Of Earth and Home—will hold its grand opening on Oct. 9-11 with in-store experiences and giveaways. Bham Now
- ➤ Southwest Airlines will add three new nonstop flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in April 2026 for Denver, Nashville, and Orlando — Denver and Nashville will offer two daily flights while Orlando will operate three weekday flights, according to the Birmingham Airport Authority. Tickets are now available. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham’s culinary scene shines today as Southern Living’s Food & Fire event kicks off at Sloss Furnaces from noon to 4 p.m.—organizers expect 30 open-fire chefs and pitmasters to serve live music, tailgate-style bites, and attract over 1,600 guests. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Conjure Haunted House in North Birmingham opened yesterday evening to give visitors spooky fun and help domestic violence survivors with proceeds to Andrews Place—founded by owner Mambo Baptiste. The attraction will run with extended hours from October 29 to November 2 so people can enjoy Halloween safely. WVTM 13
- ➤ Birmingham offers 42 diverse October events for fall lovers, featuring festivals, concerts and community gatherings—such as the Greek Food Festival from October 2nd to 4th and Furnace Fest from October 3rd to 5th. Residents are invited to plan ahead to enjoy art lectures, outdoor movies and local food events across the city. Bham Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Central Alabama and Birmingham City Schools launched a high-dosage tutoring program in 2022 to help kids catch up on math and reading after COVID — college students lead small group sessions, earning $15 an hour as students show improved test scores. 6 WBRC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Homewood businessman Chris Lane reversed a 200+ vote deficit to win 749 to 688 votes in the runoff as turnout rose from 28% to 31%—marking one of the biggest come-from-behind wins in a local election. He promised to work with police to fix public safety concerns from recent events—his plan earned support from Hoover Mayor Nick Derzis. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Lawmakers and the public sharply criticized the Alabama Board of Pharmacy at a Sunset committee meeting on Thursday for a $255,000 settlement with former executive secretary Donna Yeatman after a report exposed missteps in her resignation and meeting minutes—violating open meeting rules. Attorney Joseph Kreps and Representative Chris Pringle said the board misused taxpayer funds and retaliated against critics. 1819 News
- ➤ Birmingham native Lt. Cmdr. William Scoggins was named Junior Officer of the Quarter for the third quarter as he serves with Expeditionary Medical Facility—Mike in Jacksonville, Fla. He credited his Alabama upbringing for shaping the Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment. ABC 33/40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority announced a partnership with Equal Access Birmingham to reduce transportation barriers for patients at the UAB student-run free clinic. The initiative will provide 750 bus passes—helping uninsured and unhoused patients reach critical healthcare services. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Race fans in Birmingham will soon see the YellaWood 500 weekend at Talladega Superspeedway from October 17 to 19 featuring NASCAR playoff races, a rodeo, and family-friendly ticket pricing; the event also offers a Saturday Night concert headlined by Whiskey Myers + live entertainment for all ages. Bham Now
- ➤ Friday night, Minor's undefeated Tigers will face the Ramsay Rams in a major revenge match in a four-game series the Tigers have never won; last year, Ramsay won 38—0 over Minor. Ramsay has bounced back after three straight losses—including a 64—0 shutout—to secure wins over Corner and John Carroll. WVTM 13
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Rilo Kiley Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets from $19 — Last-minute tickets available for a night of live music with Rilo Kiley.
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One King Down Concert
4:30-6:00 p.m. — WORKPLAY — Tickets available — Experience the powerful sounds and lyrics of One King Down live in Birmingham.
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Sleeping With Sirens Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — $60+ — Experience a night of energetic music with Sleeping With Sirens in Birmingham.
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