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Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at The Park at Hoover apartment complex have been without running water since Monday and are forced to change their Thanksgiving plans as management blames an unexpected leak while repair teams work quickly — residents receive bottled water for drinking and toilet flushing. 6 WBRC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham music fans have a few chances in December to see live shows as top acts perform at local venues—Lindsey Stirling on Dec. 1, Trans-Siberian Orchestra on Dec. 10, and Pentatonix on Dec. 18, among others. Organizers have scheduled concerts at Legacy Arena, BJCC Concert Hall, Saturn, Iron City, Avondale Brewing and Woodlawn Theatre as the year ends. CBS 42
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Power filed a proposal to delay a rate hike from its $622 million gas plant purchase until 2028—customers will see an increase of about $3.32 per month if the Public Service Commission reviews the plan on Dec. 2. The company also aims to lock environmental compliance and fuel costs at current levels through 2027. WBHM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UAB professor Peter Hendricks advises party-goers to set clear limits by sipping slowly and alternating drinks with water to prevent alcohol poisoning, while UAB trauma director Daniel Cox stresses planning safe rides home to avoid the dangers of drinking and driving. The Birmingham Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chris Stewart, Alabama's lead play-by-play announcer who succeeded Eli Gold, explained on Good Day Alabama that he prefers to let big moments happen naturally ahead of Saturday’s Iron Bowl at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Alabama is a six-point favorite over Auburn in a game that is expected to add another memorable chapter to their storied rivalry — a challenge he welcomes with careful spontaneity. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham Bulls President Joe Stroud is remembered for his strong leadership that helped shape the team—tributes highlight his lasting impact. Fans and teammates say his work raised the standard for local sports. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Tomorrow, the 90th Iron Bowl will feature Auburn versus Alabama at 6:30 p.m. on ABC as the game’s name—coined by Coach Ralph 'Shug' Jordan in 1964—reflects Birmingham’s long history in the iron pipe industry. Fans will celebrate a tradition that honors both the teams’ toughness and the enduring strength of our local industry. Yellowhammer News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Missionfest Birmingham
12-8 p.m. — Downtown Birmingham — Entry details not specified — Celebrate community and faith through various missions and activities.
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Killer Whale Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The Nick — $7 Membership required — Experience the fusion of contemporary dream pop and '70s soul sounds with Killer Whale.
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General Membership Meeting & Hall of Fame Banquet
09:00 AM-06:00 PM — Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa — Cost Info TBA — Celebrate achievements and honor Hall of Fame recipients with inspiring speeches and networking.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghost of Christmas Eve
11 AM - 5 PM — Legacy Arena — Special ticket pricing available — Experience the holiday rock tradition with TSO's spectacular live performance blending music and theatrics.
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Jeff Dunham Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Ticketed event — Experience the hilarious ventriloquism of Jeff Dunham and his unforgettable characters.
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