Good morning, Montgomery.

On MLK Day, dozens of Montgomery residents gathered at the Cleveland Avenue YMCA for the 22nd Annual YMCA Day of Service to clean neighborhoods, support a homeless shelter, and beautify a community garden + local college sports teams, sororities, and fraternities also joined in the effort.

Montgomery Delta Sigma Theta alumni Mona Davis and Cathey Hendricks spoke with WSFA today to raise awareness for Human Trafficking Month.

Their discussion informed locals about ongoing efforts to fight trafficking.

Tuesday, Montgomery City Council voted 9-0 to revoke Cedric Sanders’ business license for his restaurant—Can a Brotha Get a Slice?—on South Decatur Street after he missed payments on an agreed tax plan.

Sanders was not present at the meeting.

Alabama State University invites the community to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy at an MLK convocation tomorrow on campus & welcomes all who wish to join the celebration.

Governor Kay Ivey announced on Tuesday the 2025 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report, marking a record year of economic growth across Alabama communities.

Children in Montgomery County took part in the Hands on Liberty program today to learn about good citizenship through interactive activities led by local educators.

New CDC data indicates that the flu is proving more deadly for children as this season intensifies, leaving local health providers on alert.

Montgomery parents are advised to schedule flu vaccinations while monitoring symptoms closely (details from health officials).

A report from the Alabama Association of Realtors shows that home sales dipped 3% in December, though mortgage rates fell to a three-year low of 6.06% and local realtors are optimistic that increased January interest may lead to quicker sales.

The Montgomery Biscuits will hold their 2026 Fan Fest today at the stadium to mark a new chapter for the team.

Local fans are invited to join the celebration as the event highlights the team’s renewed community spirit.

Alabama D.O.T. Auction

9 AM – 1 PM — J.M. Wood Auction Co Inc — Registration required — Bid on a variety of construction equipment, tractors, and trucks at this local auction event.

Veterans Information & Benefits Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — E L Lowder Branch Library of Montgomery — Free entry — Discover essential information and benefits tailored for veterans and their families.