Good morning, Birmingham.

Shegun Otulana of Harmony Venture Labs has turned a neglected Morris Avenue building into a hub for local entrepreneurs to meet and launch new ideas.

The space (with a focus on AI innovation) supports Birmingham’s growing network of business builders.

Melting Pot is set to reopen at its former location at The Village at Lee Branch Shopping Center in December with a soft opening and a January grand debut.

The 5,200 sqft venue will welcome 164 guests (its capacity) as it renews its cherished fondue dining experience.

Regions Bank launched its Materials and Infrastructure Group on Oct.

7 to support construction materials, building products and packaging companies with tailored financing across the South, Midwest and Texas, and Ryan Franco leads the team that meets companies' operating needs — extending Regions' industry solutions.

Four Alabama manufacturers were honored at last week’s Manufacturer of the Year Awards luncheon in Montgomery as National Manufacturing Month began — winners include Birmingham’s AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company, Hartselle’s JIT Industries, Mobile’s Evonik Corporation, and Loxley’s Kaishan Compressor USA.

Kabob-Licious in Hoover was named the best hole-in-the-wall restaurant for Indian food in Alabama based on online reviews, earning praise from locals and experts.

The restaurant, located at 1841 Montgomery Highway Suite 105, draws a devoted following for dishes such as Chicken Tikka Botti plus flavorful wraps and yogurt drinks.

Staind is set to perform with Seether, Hoobastank & Hinder at Legacy Arena on March 16 as part of their 'Break the Cycle' Anniversary Tour celebrating their 25th milestone, and tickets for the Birmingham show go on sale Friday, Oct.

9 at 10 a.m.

Dancing with the Stars: Live! brings its North American tour to Birmingham on March 10 at Legacy Arena at the BJCC with professional dancers from the TV show and direction by Mandy Moore; public tickets go on sale Oct.

13 at 10 a.m. local time.

UAB researchers at the O’Neal Cancer Center are developing protein-based MRI contrast agents to reveal tumor biology and distinguish cancer cell types during routine scans.

The technology (designed for use with conventional MRI scanners) will soon move toward human clinical trials to better guide treatment decisions.

Local groups such as Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center + Brenda’s Brown Bosom Buddies support breast cancer patients and survivors through services and events like Haute Pink at Red Mountain Theatre and Sistah Strut at Legion Field during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

A Birmingham family’s appeal led Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama (BHS) to finally approve coverage for specialized rehabilitation in Houston after the insurer denied treatment three times for their son’s severe brain injury.

Doctors say the targeted care will help improve his alertness, swallowing, and movement.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart said Alabama QB Keelon Russell is unbelievable as he will test his team in Tuscaloosa this weekend.

He noted (with praise) Russell's elite arm strength, accuracy and awareness that will challenge Georgia's defense.