Arctic Blast to Grip Birmingham, City-Partnered Warming Stations Will Remain Open Through Thursday

birminghamal.gov As temperatures are expected to fall below freezing, the City of Birmingham and Jimmie Hale Mission will open its nightly warming station Monday, Jan. 6 through Thursday, Jan. 9, from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Those needing warm shelter can come to the mission, located at 3420 2nd Ave North. Food will be provided. “This represents the best of non-profit and government collaboration by allowing the City to most effectively serve its citizens with the expertise and care provided by the Jimmie Hale Mission,” said Perryn Carroll, the mission’s executive director. Free shuttle service will be available from 6-7 p.m. to assist the mobility challenged and those without transportation. Pickup will take place at the main entrance of Linn Park at the intersection of Park Place and 20th Street North. Return transportation will be provided each morning. The Mission is also accepting donations of the following items to help support those in need: Twin-sized washable blankets Fresh fruit (oranges and bananas) Paper plates, napkins, plastic flatware Soft breakfast bars or snacks The City of Birmingham supports the warming station at Jimmie Hale Mission with $75,000 and in-kind donations of cots and a police officer presence. Shelter for women and...