Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of October.
Good morning, Birmingham.
🏘️ Community
Alyson Spradling showed viewers how to make BBQ chicken crescent rings on Good Day Alabama Weekend while explaining how Restoring Joy Recovery helps women and children rebuild together.
The program lasts about nine to twelve months and offers skill training and job help for women overcoming addiction.
GLAAM Cosmetics founder Jeddie Carnes will host the inaugural Courage to Walk Domestic Violence Awareness Walk on Saturday, Oct.
10 at 9 a.m. at Railroad Park, where survivors can share their stories, enjoy refreshments, and listen to a guest speaker.
💼 Business
Devices were installed around the proposed Brookwood data center site after a town hall held on Oct.
1 discussed the project. The mayor said the center is expected to generate $3 to $5M a year.
🎓 Education
Miles College hosted its inaugural Business and Research Conference Friday during Homecoming, honoring Master P for his work in entrepreneurship and announcing a new Health, Wealth and Civic Engagement initiative to boost economic mobility.
The conference introduced scholars in residence who will guide future community safety and youth-development projects in Birmingham.
🏛️ Government
The first 1.88-mile stretch of the Birmingham Northern Beltline opened Tuesday morning between Bradford and Palmerdale with ALDOT now working on the next eight miles to Gardendale, expected to be awarded in 2027.
The new road offers a more direct route for emergency crews and may boost local economic growth.
🏥 Health
Frozen berries sold at Walmart in Alabama and Trader Joe’s have been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination, per the FDA.
Consumers should discard & return the products for a refund.
🏈 Sports
Alabama played hard on Saturday against Mississippi State at Davis Wade Stadium and won 56 — 23 with eight players making significant contributions on the ground.
Head coach Kalen DeBoer praised the team's confident, physical approach that improved both the running game and quarterback Russell's performance.
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