Good morning, Birmingham.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. is hosting its 12th annual turkey giveaway to support local families this holiday season.

UAB officials said that on Saturday morning two football players were stabbed at the Football Operations Center, sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and had the suspect taken into custody while the team kicked off its game at Protective Stadium at 2 p.m. against the USF Bulls.

City Walk BHAM launches its holiday season today with a full day of festive activities for families and pets.

The event includes a Christmas Pawty at The Barkery from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—Friendsgiving Fun at City Walk Social from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.—and a Santa and Friends Caroling Parade at 5:30 p.m. that ends at the Green Block Amphitheater with a Christmas Tree Lighting at 6 p.m.

Miles College’s Purple Marching Machine will defend its 2024 Red Lobster HBCU Band of the Year title on Dec.

12 at 7 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Led by Prof. Willie J. Snipes, Jr. and Bryan Nalls, the band—praised by President Bobbie Knight for balancing rehearsals, classes and responsibilities—invites alumni and local supporters to attend.

Alabama Power hosted its annual Lineworker Career Days at its General Services Complex in Calera where more than 200 high school students rotated through interactive stations—featuring lessons in electricity, welding, and linework—and learned about utility careers.

Cynthia Lee Almond, president of the Alabama Public Service Commission, warned that new data center projects such as Project Marvel in Bessemer and Meta's Montgomery facility may force local families and small businesses to cover expensive infrastructure costs.

She said new measures will require companies to pay for extra utility and service needs (with facilities that may cover up to 4 million square feet and use resources similar to those of a small city).

Mayor Randall Woodfin offered his condolences on the passing of Melva Langford and recognized her long-standing service to the community — his remarks underscored the deep loss felt by local residents.

WBRC shared a list of places where you can meet Santa and take pictures this holiday season, and it features stops like Quintard Mall (Nov.

28 to Dec. 24) and Bass Pro Shops (with free photo and video) as well as Christmas at the Falls, Oxford Festival of Lights, and Sportsman Lake Winter Wonderland where you can ride a Christmas train and drink hot chocolate.

On Saturday, Alabama beat Eastern Illinois 56-0—scoring eight rushing touchdowns and gaining 539 total yards—to give backup players game time ahead of its Iron Bowl matchup against Auburn.

Alabama Black Belt Adventures opened submissions for its 14th annual Big Buck Photo Contest, inviting hunters to share photos of trophy whitetail deer taken legally in the 23-county Black Belt during the 2025/26 season — all entries must be submitted online.

The contest runs through Feb. 13th, 2026 and awards a $100 gift card along with a heritage book.

Kimberly Akimbo

7:30 p.m. — BJCC Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming and humorous journey of a teenager navigating family and life challenges.

Kimberly Akimbo Musical

7:30-9:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming journey of a teen overcoming obstacles in this Tony Award-winning musical.

Sam Lapidus Montclair Run

8:30-11:30 a.m. — Levite Jewish Community Center — Registration fee applies — Experience Birmingham's Thanksgiving tradition at one of its largest races.

Kimberly Akimbo

7:30-9:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a heartwarming musical about the trials of growing up and embracing life's challenges.

Howard Hewett Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Tuxedo Ballroom — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable evening of R&B featuring Grammy Award winner Howard Hewett with special guest Cherrelle.

Kimberly Akimbo Musical Performance

1-2:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Tickets available — A Tony Award-winning musical about a teenager navigating family challenges and personal growth.

Highlands College Leadership Conference

8 AM – 2 PM — Highlands College — Tickets available — Enhance your leadership skills and engage in mission-driven work with industry leaders.

Support Group for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

6:30 p.m. — Levite Jewish Community Center — Free entry — Gather for emotional and informational support for patients and families dealing with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

ACT Trumbauer High School Festival 2025

December 5-6 — University of Alabama at Birmingham — $10 – $100 — Experience a celebration of high school theater with one-act plays and group events at this storied festival.

Missionfest Birmingham

12-8 p.m. — Downtown Birmingham — Entry details not specified — Celebrate community and faith through various missions and activities.