Russell Jones

Jul 31, 2024 | wbrc.com | Russell Jones

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham residents should mark their calendars for Saturday, August 3, when Terrific New Theatre (TNT) hosts their giant rummage sale. This event offers an exciting opportunity to dig through treasures and hidden gems, with every purchase supporting the theater’s new space. Profits from the sale will contribute to TNT’s R3 Capital Campaign, which goes toward a new, renovated building in downtown Birmingham.

Jul 3, 2024 | l8r.it | Russell Jones

LoveReading Says Retired nurse Dot is painfully lonely. A widow with no family, she spends her days creating stories of the people she observes-- but never talks to—and trying to extend her meagre budget. The only excitement in her life comes from her penchant for shoplifting, which she does at the local garden centre and Christmas shop. Even with her thin budget, the one thing she does without fail every week is play the lottery.

May 3, 2024 | wbrc.com | Russell Jones

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) -She’s not just any giraffe, she’s the one everyone’s been talking about. And now, reporter Russell Jones has had the privilege of meeting her in person. The Birmingham Zoo is glowing over their recent addition of a baby giraffe named Mopane. According to the zoo, more than 8,000 people recently voted on a name and chose Mopane. Pronounced “Mo-Paw-Nee,” the name represents an African tree with leaves eaten by giraffes.

May 2, 2024 | wbrc.com | Russell Jones

SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Susie and Micky Price are two volunteers who travel across the country to ensure that animals reach their next destination. This week’s destination is South Carolina to deliver 14 puppies in hopes of helping find them a forever home after the Shelby County Humane Society (SCHS) ran out of space. The SCHS needed a place for the puppies, so they made some phone calls and found a rescue shelter in South Carolina that could help.

May 1, 2024 | wbrc.com | Russell Jones

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Pretty Woman: The Musical is walking down the street to Birmingham. The musical is a tribute to the 1990 hit movie, “Pretty Woman.”Actress Rae Davenport from the musical says if you’re a fan of the movie, you’ll love the stage performance, too. She said the musical sticks to the same plot as the movie, but has some twists. If you’re feeling nostalgic but want a fresh take on Pretty Woman, this show is for you, according to Davenport.