🌱 Violent Mini Mart Shoplifter + Man Killed In Flash Flood

Morning, Birmingham! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know around town today.

First, today's weather:

A few strong thunderstorms. High: 71 Low: 49.

Here are the top three stories today in Birmingham:

1. Birmingham police are searching for a violent shoplifter accused of robbing Millennium Mini Mart. On Tuesday, a robber attempted to leave without paying for some items and became violent towards the clerk when confronted, according to investigators. Police are asking for anybody with information to reach out. (WVTM13 Birmingham)
2. Wednesday's flash flood event took the life of a 60-year-old man. Around 3:00 p.m., Joseva Lawrence Speed was attempting to get into a family member's vehicle when he was swept away by floodwater in the 800 block of 24th St S in downtown Birmingham. He died a short time later at St. Vincent’s Hospital. (WBRC)
3. There are more than 1,275 jobs available at The Home Depot in the Birmingham area. Positions include merchandising, warehouse associates, customer service, and warehouse associates. Those interested can apply online and may receive an offer within one day of applying. (Bham Now)

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Today in Birmingham:

• Mt Laurel Toddler Tales, At Mt Laurel Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Sewing: Floral Hot Pads And Hexies, At Birmingham Public Library (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Here are 25 events around Birmingham for the ultimate April! (Bham Now)
• Birmingham's sister city in Ukraine, Vinnytsia, is working to help war efforts around the nation. (WBRC)
• Take a look at some newly listed homes in the Birmingham area! (Birmingham Patch)

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— 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.