🌱 Birmingham Racing Commission Donations + Package Theft Warning

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Here are the top three stories in Birmingham today:

1. The Birmingham Racing Commission distributed over $4 million in donations on Thursday. The donations went to various local non-profits, schools, hospitals, municipalities, and more. The donations were made possible through tax revenue created by the Birmingham Race Course Casino's Historical Horse Racing gaming machines. Click for the full list of donation recipients. (WBRC)
2. Many Birmingham mothers are reporting that they are struggling with inflation. Birmingham Mom Collective, an organization that supports local mothers with resources, reports that respiratory syncytial virus bills are adding to the problem. The organization is encouraging families to save and organize as much as possible. (WVTM13 Birmingham)
3. The United States Postal Service is warning Birmingham residents against dropping off packages at night. More thieves are out stealing packages while it is dark, according to USPS. Last pickup times are posted on most drop boxes. Avoid letting packages stay in drop boxes for extended periods of time. (WBRC)

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Today in Birmingham:

• Fall Wordsearch Puzzle At Woodlawn Branch Library (All Day)
• Always Write, Never Wrong At North Birmingham Regional Branch Library (All Day)
• Thankful Turkey Grab N' Go Bag At Southside Branch Library (All Day)
• Destigmatizing Mental Health At Ryals Public Health Building (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Birmingham area to hit the market. (Birmingham Patch)
• The Birmingham Police Department reports that Detective Steven Beshears is retiring after 20 years of service. Congratulations! (Birmingham Police Department, Alabama via Facebook)
• The Birmingham Zoo is inviting local residents to apply for its Springs 2023 Internship Program. The application deadline is Nov. 18. Click for application information. (The Birmingham Zoo via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! 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.