Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Hoover introduces vending machines for charitable donations allowing people to support local and national nonprofits through tangible items.
Reginald Johnson hosts Sunday cookouts in Birmingham, offering meals, clothes, and haircuts to aid the community, funded by personal and donated resources.
The Jefferson County Coroner's office often successfully locates deceased individuals' family members with public and media assistance, despite challenges with unaccompanied drug overdose victims.
Books-A-Million and 2nd & Charles stores in Alabama raised over $150,000 in book and toy donations for Children's of Alabama, supporting the Sugar Plum Shop holiday program for hospitalized kids.
The Jefferson County coroner is actively seeking relatives of the deceased.
Hattie's Toyland in Trussville, founded by Kelsee and Taylor Philpot, uses the joy of toys to mend the heartbreak of losing their daughter Hattie.
🎭 Culture
Racquel Williams, a graduate from Homewood High School, achieves her dream of performing on Broadway in 'The Book of Mormon', contributing to multiple roles as a 'swing'.
🎓 Education
Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School, which opened in 2022 in Bessemer, aims to expand with a second campus in Birmingham to accommodate growing student numbers and demand in the aviation industry.
📰 Lifestyle
Airbnb introduces anti-party technology in Birmingham to prevent unauthorized New Year’s Eve celebrations, aiming to enhance safety and reduce disruptions in neighborhoods.
🎉 Birmingham Events
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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.
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.
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'.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Whiskey Dix: Acoustic Show at The Fennec
Whiskey Dix offers a unique acoustic performance that combines great music with improv comedy in Birmingham, Alabama.
Magic City Classic 2024
The Magic City Classic 2024 is a day-long event featuring multiple rounds of games at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama.
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