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Thursday, November 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Market Noel, hosted by the Junior League of Birmingham from Nov. 20-23 at The Finley Center, offers holiday shopping from over 100 vendors, special events, and benefits the Birmingham community. Bham Now
- ➤ After 31 years, Etheridge Senior Car Wash, a family-owned business in Birmingham's historic Black business district, closes due to economic challenges and a worker shortage. AL.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 59-year-old Indonesian man named Makhturmino was fatally injured in a vehicle collision in west Birmingham. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A.C. Roper, former Birmingham Police Chief, and the crime commission aim to reduce violence in the city with a new report for the mayor. AL.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Capital Collective has introduced a new 12-week program to prepare small and mid-sized Birmingham businesses for capital investment, with applications open until November 18. Bham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama records its lowest voter turnout in a presidential election since 1988, with 58.52% of registered voters casting ballots. WVTM 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study reveals a 36-gene score (UAB36) accurately predicts resistance to tamoxifen in breast cancer treatments, offering a pathway to personalized medicine. University of Alabama at Birmingham
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 2 ranked Alabama, led by Mark Sears, enters the men's basketball season as the SEC's leading contender to win a national championship, breaking the conference's drought since 2012. WVTM 13
- ➤ The Birmingham Squadron, Alabama's only professional basketball team, has partnered with the Lakeshore Foundation to establish a new practice facility. Bham Now
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Cavetown Live with Frankie Cosmos
Experience an evening of enchanting music with Cavetown and Frankie Cosmos at Iron City in Birmingham.
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Birmingham Squadron Faces Off Against Mexico City Capitanes
Experience a thrilling basketball showdown as the Birmingham Squadron take on the Mexico City Capitanes at the Legacy Arena.
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Jokes On You Comedy Night
Experience an evening of laughter and entertainment at the Jokes On You comedy night in Birmingham.
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Food Distribution at the Birmingham Dream Center
Experience a community-focused food distribution event offering fresh produce, dry goods, meat, and dairy for those in need.
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TechFest Alabama: Boosting Manufacturing through Innovation
Experience a day dedicated to enhancing manufacturing profitability with cutting-edge automation and valuable networking opportunities at Back Forty Beer Company in Birmingham.
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Mobile Pantry Food Distribution at New Pilgrim Baptist Church
Experience a drive-up food distribution offering fresh produce, dry goods, meat, and dairy for families in need.
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Jay Pharoah Stand-Up Comedy Show
Experience an evening of laughter with Jay Pharoah, renowned for his impressions and notable roles in television and film.
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Inaugural PRG KultureCity Birmingham Race
Experience a vibrant community-focused running event featuring a 5K and a half marathon that supports sensory accessibility for individuals with invisible disabilities.
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GORUCK Basic Challenge in Birmingham, Alabama
Experience a team-oriented physical challenge designed by veterans, emphasizing teamwork and endurance with rucksacks over a span of 4-5 hours.
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Mobile Pantry Food Distribution at Green Valley Baptist Church
Experience a community-driven food distribution provides free groceries including fresh produce, dry goods, meat, and dairy for those in need.
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