Good morning, Birmingham.

Majors Karen and Robert Lyle have retired from the Birmingham Salvation Army after decades of disaster relief work following Robert’s triple bypass surgery.

They will move to Foley (to serve as pastoral care officers for the Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi Division) as the chapter expects new leadership in April.

Jimmie Hale Mission has opened to provide shelter during freezing temps — honoring Salvation Army Majors Karen and Robert Lyle.

The facility is ready to offer warmth and support for community members today.

A family in Arab is mourning Jeremiah Sivley, 24, who died in an ATV rollover crash on Christmas Eve in Joppa (around 10 p.m.) when he was not wearing a helmet; the local fire department will honor him soon with a balloon release.

Birmingham Bowl will feature exhibits that teach local history — including highlights from Alabama’s 100th Rose Bowl appearance and a major donation for new golf facilities.

The event invites residents to explore Birmingham’s sports and community milestones.

A Birmingham home on Griffin Park Trace captivates locals with a festive holiday light display featuring a giant red hat on the roof and a new train ride for children — a touch that builds on viral acclaim from past years.

Birmingham Zoo hosts two New Year’s Eve events on Dec.

31. The daytime event, from 1 to 3 p.m., features keeper chats and a 2 p.m. cougar countdown with a 2025 lantern (by Glow Wild) while the evening event, from 5 to 7 p.m., offers a lantern scavenger hunt.

Stacker ranked the priciest Birmingham metro homes and found that Mountain Brook leads with a typical value of $976,771 while Homewood follows closely.

Other suburbs like Vestavia Hills, Indian Springs, and Trussville have also seen notable price increases over recent years.

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, who once worked under Nick Saban at Alabama, will face his former team as the unbeaten Crimson Tide meets the top-ranked Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day in Pasadena for a College Football Playoff spot & national title play.

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.

Gentry Blue Live Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Nick — $7 Membership Card required — Experience the sonic depths of Gentry Blue's debut album 'Fragments'.

Hartley Deatherage’s SuperJam

8-11 p.m. — The Nick — Membership required ($7/year) — Enjoy a night of Alternative Rock at a renowned local venue.

C.A. Jones Concert

7-10 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket information available — Experience the melodic vibes of C.A. Jones with hits including Aquarius Moon.

JD Baker at The Fennec

5:30-8 p.m. — The Fennec - Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of acoustic vibes and lively jam sessions with local musician JD Baker.

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs. Samford Bulldogs Basketball

1-3 p.m. — Pete Hanna Center — Free trial available — Catch the live action as two college basketball teams face off in a thrilling matchup.

Magic City Bitcoin Meetup

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage with local enthusiasts to discuss all things bitcoin.

Carl Broemel Concert

8-10 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Experience Carl Broemel's soulful blend of folk, rock, and country in a vibrant music venue.