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Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hoover Met Complex will host Spookfest on Oct. 30 (4:30–7 p.m.), a free, family-friendly Halloween event with trick-or-treating, food trucks, inflatables, games, music, and prizes. A screening of Beetlejuice starts at 7 p.m. as admission and parking remain free. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham restaurant owner Thomas Hewitt is praying for his Jamaican siblings—four of whom he has yet to hear from—as Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm to hit the Caribbean, made landfall near New Hope on Tuesday. Hewitt, who moved from Jamaica in 2008 and runs Southern Caribbean Restaurant, said a family friend reported heavy winds and flooding in Manchester Parish. CBS 42
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carrigan’s Public House reopened today at The William with a new upscale look while keeping 20 percent of its signature menu and adding chef-driven, sharable plates—owner David Carrigan said the new space features dual entrances at Third Avenue North for a more pedestrian-friendly vibe after 12 years on Morris Avenue. The move brings a modern twist to a much-loved local pub while honoring its Irish roots. AL.com
- ➤ The Outback Steakhouse chain closed its Birmingham Midtown and Inverness locations on Sunday—employees at these sites will have transfer opportunities and receive a bonus, the company said. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Miles College will partner with Nvidia to integrate artificial intelligence in its academic programs, faculty research and community engagement at its Fairfield campus (near Birmingham). The company will provide resources, training tools and frameworks that will expand the college's AI curriculum and support regional innovation. The Birmingham Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Grocers Association is urging Congress to end the government shutdown and secure SNAP and WIC benefits — these programs help many families get food. The group warns that cutting these benefits may cost the state billions — putting local grocery stores at risk. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin warned that one in four local households, nearly 23,000 families, may lose SNAP benefits starting November 1 as the Alabama Department of Human Resources suspends new allotments due to the government shutdown — the agency will continue processing applications so that benefits resume when federal funding returns. ABC 33/40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at UAB launched the GOALPOST Trial today to see if giving blood pressure medicine earlier to pregnant women with high blood pressure helps both moms and babies—over 4,000 patients will be randomized to compare usual care with early treatment based on past studies. University of Alabama at Birmingham
- ➤ UAB has launched its annual Blazers Against Hunger fundraiser to support Blazer Kitchen — its on-campus food pantry that provides nutritious food for students, patients and employees in need — and the fundraiser will run through November. An exhibit titled 'Witchcraft, Magic, and Medicine in the Early Modern Period' is on display in the Sterne Library lobby, inviting visitors to explore historical ties between witchcraft and health care. ABC 33/40
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Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party
7 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Ticket prices vary — Dive into a magical quest with Mickey Mouse and friends in a spectacular ice adventure.
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The Revivalists Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Ticket prices from $78 — Catch The Revivalists live in a top-rated venue in Birmingham.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Legacy Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness Mickey Mouse and friends embark on an enchanting adventure filled with world-class skating and acrobatics.
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Himalayas Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Workplay — Tickets from $64 — Experience an unforgettable musical event with the Himalayas at Workplay Canteen.
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Alabama Wireless Association's 21st Annual Charity Golf Tournament
9 a.m. — Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa — Registration fee applies — Swing for a cause while supporting early intervention services for children in central Alabama.
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Chaparelle Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of energetic performances and captivating music from Chaparelle in an intimate venue.
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Josh Meloy Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Josh Meloy at Iron City in Birmingham.
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Scarlet House Live Music Event
7-9 p.m. — WORKPLAY — Pricing not listed — Experience an evening of vibrant live music at one of Birmingham's favorite venues.
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Marc Rebillet Concert
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Cost info not provided — Experience a unique live performance by Marc Rebillet during his tour.
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All Time Low Concert
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Avondale Brewing Company — Standing General Admission — Rock out with All Time Low in a lively outdoor setting.
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