🌱 Sign For Death Row Case + Giuseppe’s Cafe In Birmingham Is Back

Hello and happy Thursday! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Follow along for the latest...

First, today's weather:

Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm. High: 95 Low: 76.

🏡 Looking for more real estate leads in Birmingham? Let us help you reach prospective home buyers and stand out from the competition. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top three stories today in Birmingham:

1. Some Birmingham faith leaders have put up a sign to bring attention to a death row case during The World Games 2022. A 21x6 foot sign was installed across from Protective Stadium that states “IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO FIX THIS MISTAKE” — in reference to the case of Toforest Johnson. The sign was the inspiration of Scott Douglas, Executive Director of Greater Birmingham Ministries, to highlight the voices from across Alabama that have called for a new trial in the high-profile case. (WBRC)
2. After months of renovations, Birmingham's Giuseppe’s Cafe is back. The popular Italian eatery in the Glen Iris neighborhood closed in May for extensive renovations. The restaurant opened back up on Tuesday for dine-in and takeout. (AL.com)
3. Residents in a Birmingham apartment feel violated after some cars were vandalized. Over the weekend, at least 30 cars were damaged at the Crestwood Green at 701 Apartments. Residents are advocating for the apartment owners to invest in security cameras or hire security guards. Click the link for the video. (WVTM13 Birmingham)

Today in Birmingham:

• Grand Opening Of The Golden Cookie, 1011 20th St S (All Day)
• Outdoor Pool Open Today, At Levite Jewish Community Center (All Day)
• "Under the Sea" WordSearch, At Birmingham Public Library (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Here are 10 places to dine with your dog in Birmingham! (Bham Now)
• Zoe's Kitchen, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, is closing its Brook Highland location. (The Business Journals)
• Are you in the market for a new home? Don't miss these open houses in and around Birmingham. Click the link to find your dream home. (Birmingham Patch)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.