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In today's newsletter:
- How new federal partnerships could change crime enforcement in Birmingham
- Why Birmingham's SouthPoint Bancshares is under new federal oversight
- What this dismissed lawsuit means for Birmingham's water system control
Also on today's calendar: After Teaching Through 61 U.S. Colleges, Mr. EWS Returns with Affordable Online Fashion Class and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 93 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 70.
- Sunday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 93 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Birmingham Police, Federal Agencies Discuss Joint Approach to Crime Reduction (abc3340.com) — Birmingham police leaders and multiple federal agencies are tightening their partnership to support Chief Michael Pickett's 8-Point Crime Reduction Plan and pursue tougher action on serious offenses. Officials detailed how cases will be screened for federal charges and stronger sentencing, with agencies from the FBI to the U.S. Marshals Service committing resources to Birmingham's public safety efforts. 
2. Federal Reserve orders oversight measures on Birmingham's SouthPoint Bancshares (al.com subscription) — A Birmingham-based bank holding company, SouthPoint Bancshares, has been ordered by federal and state regulators to submit a detailed capital and cash-flow plan within 60 days, limiting new debt and dividends. The parent of SouthPoint Bank, which has $1.7 billion in assets and financed major local restaurant ventures, must now file ongoing progress reports that could shape its operations across Birmingham and Alabama.
3. Federal judge dismisses lawsuit challenging Birmingham Water Works restructuring (abc3340.com) — A federal judge in Birmingham has dismissed with prejudice one lawsuit challenging the state-driven restructuring of Birmingham Water Works into Central Alabama Water, ending the case brought by two former board members. Plaintiffs say they'll keep fighting in remaining litigation, while Central Alabama Water and the City of Birmingham await a separate ruling that could still affect how the water system is governed.
4. 14 arrested in operation against child exploitation (wbrc.com) — Law enforcement agencies based in and around Birmingham arrested 14 suspects in Operation Safe Harbor, a recent sting targeting child exploitation across central Alabama. Jefferson County deputies, Birmingham-area police departments, and federal partners seized weapons and vehicles while stressing their commitment to protecting local children and urging residents to report any human trafficking tips.
5. Former Yea Alabama content director back in jail after judge revokes bond (wbrc.com) — In a case originating from the Birmingham area, a judge has revoked bond for former Yea Alabama content director and longtime sportswriter Robert Aaron Suttles, returning him to the Shelby County Jail. Prosecutors moved to revoke bond after a subsequent DUI arrest in Homewood, while his attorneys now seek to have his original bond conditions reinstated.
📸 Around Birmingham
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Birmingham
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★ Featured events ★
- Jacquees + K Camp – Us Over 'Dem Tour →
Avondale Brewing Company, 201 41st St S, Birmingham
7:00 pm
Saturday August 22
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Other local events
- After Teaching Through 61 U.S. Colleges, Mr. EWS Returns with Affordable Online Fashion Class →
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9:00 am - House of Heavy →
Saturn, 200 41st St S, Birmingham
8:30 pm - Crafts, Conversation, and Community
Springville Road Regional Branch Library
11:00 am - Work Session
Birmingham City Birmingham, AL 35215
5:30 pm - Chair Yoga with Erin Williams
Five Points West Regional Branch Library
10:30 am - Beginner Tai Chi for Seniors
Pratt City Branch Library
10:30 am - Stitch & Chat
East Ensley Branch Library
1:00 pm - Jewelry Making
East Ensley Branch Library
1:00 pm - Line Dancing
East Ensley Branch Library
1:00 pm - Love In The Club →
Saturn, 200 41st St S, Birmingham
8:30 pm
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🗓 Events Nearby
- School of Dentistry D3 Family Day
University of Alabama at Birmingham - Diversity and Inclusion 1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
8:00 am - Back-to-School Scavenger Hunt
Inglenook Branch Library
9:30 am - BSN Special Interest Session
University of Alabama at Birmingham - Diversity and Inclusion 1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
11:45 am - Training Interdisciplinary & Emerging Research Scholars (TIERS)
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
12:00 pm
Friday August 21
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- If you drive on Edwards Lake Road, Pine Tree Dr or Brewster Road during the hours of 3pm-4pm Monday-Friday, please, please be on the lookout for school children that must walk down these roads after the buses lets them off!
There are NO SIDEWALKS on these roads and the children must either walk in the streets on sometimes use yards to get to their homes. If they have to… (Nextdoor Spring Lake) - To All My Nextdoor Neighbors ❤️
For everyone on here who is looking for food, clothing, shoes, household necessities, or other assistance, please pay attention to the resources that… (Nextdoor Ensley Highlands)
- StoneX Group posted a job opening for Administrative Services Coordinator (Temporary) in Birmingham. Apply here.
- Oak St. Health posted a job opening for District Support Pharmacist/Floater-Full Time in Birmingham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Birmingham here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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