🌱 3 Teens Shot At Birmingham Party + Internship At Coca-Cola United

Hi all. Miranda Fraraccio here with your fresh copy of the Birmingham Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.

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But first, today's weather:

Heavy showers in the morning. High: 71 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories in Birmingham today:

1. East Precinct police are investigating after three teens were shot at a Birmingham house party over the weekend. When officers arrived at the scene early Sunday morning, they found an 18-year-old and 17-year-old suffering from gunshot wounds; a 16-year-old had been driven to the hospital earlier via a private vehicle. The injuries of the teens are said to be non-life-threatening. (AL.com)
2. The Coca-Cola Company is looking for students who attend historically Black colleges and universities to apply for the Pay It Forward Program. Students that are selected will earn $2,000 and a week-long internship at Coca-Cola United in Birmingham. Those who wish to apply or learn more can do so here. (WBRC)
3. Birmingham has a new social group in town, one that is built specifically for media professionals. The Birmingham Social Media Club (SMC) aims to offer networking, community service, professional education opportunities, and more. The first of SMC’s monthly meetings will be hosted on Feb. 22 at Carrigan’s Beer Garden. (Birmingham Times)

Today in Birmingham:

• Basketball Open Play at Levite Jewish Community Center (6:00 AM)
• Grab & Go: Baby It's Cold Outside at North Birmingham Regional Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• $5 Old Fashioned Cocktail Night at Carrigan's Public House Downtown (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking for a new job in Birmingham and are curious about what companies are looking for workers? Start with this list of local employers and open positions. (Birmingham Patch)
• Looking for a new place to call home? The real estate market can be tricky, but not if you have a list of houses for sale in the Birmingham area. (Birmingham Patch)
• Have you ever considered becoming one with the safari? Join the Birmingham Zoo on Feb. 21 at 5:30 p.m. for an informational session on the upcoming Kenya Unmatched Safari Tour. (The Birmingham Zoo via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.