Your Weekend Scoop 5/30-6/2

Events this weekend:

  • See Russel Dickerson (American Country Music Artist) On Saturday, June 1st, At Avondale Brewing Co. Find out more here.

  • Free Live Music On Friday Night May 31th at Ghost Train Brewing Co. Talented Artists And $3 OHEMGEE On Draft Cocktails! Find out more here.

  • Lane Parke is Bringing Back Moonlight Movies. They Are showing Encanto On Friday, May 31st, from 6-9 PM. Find out more here.

  • Sunday June 2, Vulcan’s 120th Birthday Bash. Will include Live Music, Food Trucks, And More. Find out more here.

  • Sunday June 2, Free Trivia With Prizes At The Birmingham City Walk From 4-6 PM. Find out more here.

Top Headlines:

Birmingham Southern Baseball Heads to the Division 3 World Series:

The Birmingham-Southern baseball team, despite the college’s closure, is advancing to the Division III World Series. They overcame a norovirus outbreak, with several players falling ill, yet still managed to secure victories against Denison University. Local support has been strong, with over $100,000 raised through GoFundMe. The team’s journey has attracted national attention and a documentary crew. They’re set to fly to the World Series in Eastlake, Ohio, with the community rallying behind them.

(Source: al.com)

Vestevia Hills Community Members voice support for Principal Lauren Dressback:

In Vestavia Hills, community members voiced their support for Lauren Dressback, a respected principal recently reassigned to an alternative school, at a Board of Education meeting. The reassignment followed her sharing her sexual orientation with colleagues, leading some to speculate it was a punitive measure. Dressback has a long-standing record in education, and her transfer has raised concerns and prompted calls for transparency regarding the decision. Additionally, the board approved salary increases for educators, including local support for extra raises based on advanced degrees.

(Source: al.com)

Career Fairs:

No upcoming career fairs in Birmingham this week.