Good morning, Birmingham.

Alabama hunters can now harvest two does daily following a regulation change by the Conservation Advisory Board, which boosts the Hunters Helping the Hungry program.

The adjustment helps provide protein to food banks + manage deer populations to support local habitats and farmers.

Seventeen-year-old Rose Kulungian is delivering 1,500 donated items to local residents in need this week to honor her late twin sister.

She and her team, driving from Birmingham City Hall to nearby shelters, will distribute winter coats, blankets, hats & socks amid freezing weather.

Shipt and the City of Birmingham partnered to deliver groceries to 1,000 families at Kelly Ingram Park from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday.

Participants stayed in their vehicles as volunteers provided prepacked food including protein and produce (pickup began at 16th Street North and 7th Avenue North).

The Birmingham Squadron and UAB Callahan Eye teamed with A.G.

Gaston Boys and Girls Club to treat three students to a holiday shopping spree at Homewood Target. The event featuring Squadron players was part of their tradition of giving back to the community ahead of Grinchmas on Sunday, Dec. 14.

Birmingham fire officials have shared tips to prevent home fires during the holiday season.

Residents are advised to test smoke detectors, clear flammable debris, and follow proper decoration practices (to ensure a safe celebration).

Events celebrating Hanukkah are set up across central Alabama for family-friendly gatherings including menorah lightings and car parades—WVTM 13 has compiled a list of local festivities for community members to enjoy this holiday season.

The Miles College Purple Marching Machine won the ESPN 2025 Red Lobster HBCU Division II Band of the Year title on Friday night in Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in a contest highlighting the band's discipline and precision.

The group received over $120,000 to fund scholarships and replace instruments.

Birmingham’s Highland Park Golf Course earned the Troon Golf Facility of the Year – East award at a November 18–20 conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, honoring its quality and lasting service.

As Alabama’s oldest public course, it has been a local landmark since 1903.

Thousands filled Legacy Arena yesterday for the C.M.

Newton Classic as the Alabama Crimson Tide played the University of Arizona in a thrilling basketball game. Fan Clayton Frederick expressed Tide confidence (while Tucson native Ann Diaz recounted her early morning travel amid the electric crowd).

Birmingham Squadron will host a teddy bear toss during halftime at the Dec.

14 game against Rio Grande Valley to support the Magic City Toy Drive—an initiative led by local partners to collect new, unopened toys, bicycles, coats and jackets for children.

Pentatonix Holiday Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Legacy Arena, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning a cappella group with festive holiday music and captivating performances.

Still Moves Live at The Nick

10 PM – 1 AM — The Nick, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a genre-bending sonic journey from still moves that showcases their dynamic live energy.

HaHa Holiday Homecoming Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club, Hoover, AL — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy holiday laughs with Martin Morrow and Mimi Landru back in Birmingham with special guests.

Cartoon Matinee Triple Feature

2-4 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Free for children under 2 — Enjoy classic holiday cartoons with a sing-along at the historic Alabama Theatre.

Annual Christmas Toy Drive

11 AM – 2 PM — Sickle Cell Disease Association of America - Central Alabama — Free entry — Bring joy to local children this holiday season by donating toys.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Time TBA — BJCC Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whimsical holiday celebration with astonishing performances as ornaments come to life.

Erin Mitchell Band Live Performance

5-8 p.m. — Elysian Gardens — $10 cover — Experience the soulful sounds of Erin Mitchell and her talented band in a vibrant garden setting.

19th JLab Birmingham Bowl: Georgia Southern vs Appalachian State

1-2:30 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling college football showdown in the JLab Birmingham Bowl.

New Year’s Eve Bash 2026

8 a.m. – 3 a.m. — Tin Roof — Various package prices available — Celebrate the New Year with live music, DJ entertainment, and exclusive VIP packages.

Be Worth Funding Bootcamp

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Innovation Depot Inc — $197 — A full-day training for nonprofit leaders focused on sustainable funding and mission clarity.