Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.
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🏘️ Community
The Birmingham Museum of Art is hosting Museum Store Sunday on December 1, offering a unique holiday shopping experience with items from local artists and vendors.
🚧 Accidents
Gabriel Uncapher pleaded guilty to reckless manslaughter for the death of 19-year-old Virginia 'Cricket' Davis in a DUI crash on Highway 280; her mother, seeking justice, feels it should have been a murder charge.
🚨 Crime
Four Birmingham restaurants were broken into early Wednesday, with over $2,000 stolen from The Great Wall, as police investigate the potentially connected crimes.
📰 Economy
Two entrepreneurs from Hayden, Alabama, secured a significant investment for their company, Y'all Sweet Tea, from Shark Tank investors Lori Greiner and Rashaun Williams.
Birmingham Water Works approved a 4.9% rate increase for customers, raising the average monthly bill by $2.14 to fund system maintenance and improvements.
🎓 Education
Birmingham-area schools are now eligible to enroll in new drug and alcohol prevention programs provided by the Addiction Prevention Coalition, aimed at educating students from kindergarten through 12th grade on making healthy choices.
🏥 Health
The new $120 million Cooper Green outpatient clinic in Birmingham, offering comprehensive healthcare services to Jefferson County residents irrespective of their financial status, is set to open in December.
🏈 Sports
Alabama Basketball seeks to prevent consecutive losses at the Newton Classic while honoring the late Coach Newton with donations to local nonprofits.
🎉 Birmingham Events
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Eighth Annual Alabama Opportunity Summit
Experience the premier educational gathering in Birmingham, focusing on collaboration among various educational organizations and providing networking opportunities.
Poetry Reading & Open Mic Night
Experience a cozy evening of creativity and community at an open mic poetry event, welcoming all poets to share their work and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Forever 24 Jordan L Mathews Foundation Gala 2024
Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Jordan L Mathews at this enchanting gala featuring captivating performances, exquisite cuisine, and engaging activities held at the Birmingham Marriott.
Alabama All-Star Comedy Show - Part II
Experience a night of laughter featuring top comedians from Alabama, hosted by Charles Winston.
Ross Bridge 5K and Kids Fun Run
Experience a healthy and fun-filled day with the annual Ross Bridge Turkey Trot featuring a 5K and a 1-Mile Kids Fun Run.
Disney Junior Live: Let's Play
Experience a magical family-friendly theater show filled with beloved songs and captivating characters at the BJCC Concert Hall.
Recovery Dharma Saturday Meeting
Experience a supportive peer-led gathering focused on empowerment and healing through Buddhist teachings as a means to recover from addiction.
The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show
Experience the joyous blend of holiday classics and Grammy-winning gospel music in a special performance by the legendary Blind Boys of Alabama.
Photoshop Digital Imaging Certificate Program
The Photoshop Digital Imaging Certificate program offers extensive training in Photoshop for professionals looking to enhance their digital imaging skills across various fields.
The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays
Experience a dazzling holiday magic show for the whole family featuring extraordinary illusionists from around the world.
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