🌱 Upcoming Pride Month Events + Fatal Accident On Interstate 65

Hello there, Birmingham. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Here's the lowdown.

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First, today's weather:

A p.m. t-storm; humid. High: 79 Low: 69.

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Here are the top three stories today in Birmingham:

1. Central Alabama Pride's 12-day celebration will begin on Jun. 1! There will be events for almost two weeks — the majority of which will take place in Linn Park — all leading up to the annual Pridefest, which will take place on Jun. 12. Events such as interfaith services, concerts, fundraisers, film screenings, and a parade will be held throughout the 12 days to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, and celebrate love in Birmingham. All Birmingham residents are invited and encouraged to celebrate together and join in on the fun! (Birmingham Times)
2. On Sunday night, a car crash on Interstate 65 killed a pedestrian. The accident took place close to the Green Springs Avenue exit at around 9:00 p.m.; the victim, an adult woman, was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after. The victim was hit after walking in the travel lanes on the major road. The driver called 911 upon impact, and the woman has yet to be identified by authorities as of this writing. (AL.com)
3. After a recent outbreak of Canine Distemper Virus, the Greater Birmingham Humane Society will be allowing adoptions to take place again, starting today! All across the southeast region, many shelters had to temporarily close after learning about the outbreak for the safety of the animals. The process of handling the illness was extensive and expensive for the shelter, but worth it to save the lives of these adorable pets. Before being put up for adoption, all animals in the shelter had to be tested and quarantined to ensure they were safe and healthy before finding their forever home. (Bham Now)

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Today in Birmingham:

• Tiny Art Show! At Springville Road Regional Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• Off The Hook Crochet At Smithfield Branch Library (10:00 AM)
• Beginning Tai Chi At Birmingham Public Library (10:00 AM)
• RN To BSN Virtual Information Session At The University Of Alabama At Birmingham (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for a summer job or an extra side hustle? Check out these local job listings right here in Birmingham! (Birmingham Patch)
• Renee Greene, student at Ramsay High School in Birmingham, recently won first place in the The World Games 2022 art design competition, as a part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion category! Way to go! (Facebook)
• Staying in town this Memorial Day Weekend? Check out these upcoming local events to keep the whole family busy! Whether it's a patriotic event or a trip to the zoo, there will be something for everyone. (Bham Now)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander, now living in New York. She works as a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is a graduate of The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.