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In today's newsletter:

  • Where are Birmingham’s biggest New Year’s Eve parties and fireworks plans?
  • Who’s stepping in as Birmingham’s Salvation Army leaders retire?
  • How Birmingham families can make holiday gatherings safer for loved ones

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📰 News we're reading

1. Birmingham gets ready for New Year's Eve celebrations (cbs42.com) — Birmingham spots from downtown bars to local fireworks stands are gearing up to help you ring in 2026, whether you’re going out or staying home. Pink Lantern will host cocktails, cabaret, and a DJ late into the night, while Crazy Bill’s Fireworks urges residents to follow label instructions and basic safety. A range of other Birmingham-area New Year’s events are also planned.
   

2. Birmingham Salvation Army majors retire after decades of disaster relief, community service (wbrc.com) — Longtime Salvation Army leaders Majors Karen and Robert Lyle are retiring from their Birmingham posts after decades of disaster relief and community service, including work after Hurricane Katrina and the Fultondale tornado. They’re moving to Foley to mentor younger ministers, while the Birmingham chapter prepares for new leadership orders expected in April, continuing local support programs residents rely on.
   

3. Why the holidays are dangerous for people struggling with substance use disorder (wbrc.com) — Birmingham mental health experts are warning that the holiday season can be especially risky for people in recovery from substance use disorder, with stress and social pressure driving higher relapse rates. Local psychologist Dr. Josh Klapow urges families to host alcohol-free gatherings and build safe environments, while national hotlines like 988 remain available around the clock for anyone in crisis.
   

4. Round Two! Porchay Among Top Twenty Five in Music Educator of the Year Voting (jacksonparishjournal.com) — Birmingham will host the 2026 Sound Award Ceremony on February 27, where the Music Educator of the Year will be announced, and voting is underway now. One of the top 25 contenders is Louisiana band director Trey Porchay, whose revived high school marching band has earned regional acclaim while supporters are urged to keep voting through January 10.
   

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