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Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Magic City Toy Drive in Birmingham distributed toys and bikes to hundreds of children, underlining the community's holiday spirit and generosity.  CBS 42
  • Tickets for upcoming shows at Birmingham's new 9,000 seat amphitheater, slated to open next summer and create 300 jobs, are now available for purchase.  CBS 42
  • Urban Alchemy, hired by Birmingham to address homelessness, advocates for homeless individuals' rights to keep pets.  AL.com

CRIME NEWS

  • A dog in Birmingham discovered a 'long bone' months after finding a human skull, with investigations ongoing to determine if the two are related.  CBS 42
  • Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama awards $50,000 for tips that resulted in charges against Damien McDaniel for multiple murders and shootings in Birmingham.  WVTM 13

CULTURE NEWS

  • The fascination with Krampus, a figure from European folklore, is becoming increasingly popular in Alabama, sparking both interest and controversy in local communities.  AL.com

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Birmingham City Schools will transition to zero-emission buses with a $5.6 million EPA grant under Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, replacing 20 diesel buses to improve air quality.  6 WBRC News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Department of Labor awarded a $1.5 million YouthBuild Grant to Birmingham's Housing Authority to bolster job training and education for young people, aiming at preparing them for in-demand careers.  6 WBRC News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Emma Lembke, a 21-year-old from Vestavia Hills and founder of the Log Off movement, was recognized in Forbes' 2025 Top 30 Under 30 list for her efforts to promote healthier social media habits among young people.  AL.com

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A guide to the top events and places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Birmingham, featuring a range of parties from Vegas-style casinos to lively music performances.  Bham Now

EVENTS

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  • Alabama Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

    Alabama Ballet, one of the few companies licensed to perform George Balanchine's version of The Nutcracker, will showcase this classic ballet at the BJCC Concert Hall.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

    This event features a screening of the holiday classic 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' as part of the Alabama Theatre's Holiday Film Series.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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  • Home Alone Live Concert Experience

    Experience the holiday classic Home Alone transformed into a live concert with an orchestra, featuring a movie screening on a big screen.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Prince and Childish Gambino

    Experience a live, multi-sensory musical event featuring Neo-Soul classics by artists like Prince and Childish Gambino, performed by Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Holiday Film Series: Cartoon Matinee Triple Feature

    The Alabama Theatre will host a Holiday Film Series featuring a triple cartoon matinee of classic films including 'A Charlie Brown Christmas', 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer', and 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Screening

    The Alabama Theatre will host a screening of the holiday classic 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' as part of its Holiday Film Series featuring classic Christmas cartoons.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • A Christmas Story Musical

    A musical adaptation of the classic 1983 movie, featuring the story of Ralphie Parker and his quest for a Christmas gift.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • White Christmas Sing-A-Long Event

    Enjoy a festive screening of the classic film White Christmas with on-screen lyrics for audience sing-alongs at the Alabama Theatre.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Alabama Ballet presents George Balanchine's The Nutcracker

    Alabama Ballet will perform George Balanchine's renowned version of The Nutcracker at the BJCC Concert Hall, showcasing a beloved holiday classic.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Justine Marino Stand-Up Comedy Show

    Justine Marino, a noteworthy comedian and producer, will perform her stand-up comedy in Birmingham, showcasing her unique style and experiences.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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