Good morning, Montgomery.

City leaders met Tuesday night to address food desert concerns after a longtime grocery option closed in west Montgomery.

Neighbors say the closure has made essential items harder to reach, and officials plan to explore solutions (details pending).

Jewell Pitts, a 40-year veteran of the Alabama Department of Mental Health and a creative force in local arts and sports — remembered for her community service — passed away Monday, leaving lasting memories in Montgomery.

Montgomery is accepting art poster submissions for America 250 to celebrate the city's past and future.

Local artists can submit entries online or drop them off at the Department of Cultural Affairs (200 Coosa Street) from Feb. 3 through March 22.

The Rosa Parks Museum will mark Rosa Parks’ birthday this week on Wednesday and Saturday with events honoring her civil rights legacy & engaging the community.

The celebration will take place at the museum, inviting locals to reflect on her lasting impact.

On Monday, education officials met with lawmakers in Montgomery to discuss fiscal year 2027 budget needs amid rising healthcare costs and deferred maintenance in schools and colleges.

Gov. Kay Ivey proposed a record $10.5B budget that lawmakers are expected to adjust in coming months — adjustments may affect program funding.

Faulkner University held a graduate school showcase today to help students learn about advanced degree programs and plan their next academic steps.

The Montgomery City/County EMA announced Tuesday that it made progress cleaning up and repairing damage from last week's winter storm.

Crews continue work on restoring affected areas.

Monica Vandiver (Executive Director of the Sickle Cell Foundation of the River Region) appeared on WSFA to explain sickle cell disease and share ways community members can help.

Nurses Day was celebrated today at the Capitol, recognizing the daily care nurses provide to our community.

The event featured speeches by local officials (including a tribute to frontline workers) to honor their dedication.

Bo is ready for adoption at Montgomery Humane Society and community members are invited to visit the shelter for more details on giving him a loving home.

The historic First National Bank building — now part of a 59-room hotel project — is more than halfway done with renovations, and contractors continue work to update this downtown landmark.

YMCA has opened registration for its 13th annual Stride for Kids Race on April 11 featuring a 5K and one-mile fun run, and is launching youth soccer programs including free TOPsoccer for children with disabilities and Alabama FC South leagues starting March 23.

The annual Friends of Catch-A-Dream Celebrity Bass Classic will return for its fifth year in Pike Road on Saturday, Feb.

21, as local anglers and celebrities will gather to compete in the fishing event.

Critter Crawl 5K and Yeti Dash

2:30-5 p.m. — Alabama Nature Center — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun-filled 5K race and Yeti Dash supporting local nature initiatives.

Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

2-6 p.m. — Blount Cultural Park — $30-$65 — Run through beautiful Montgomery and challenge yourself with a range of distances from a 5K to a Half Marathon.

Southern Soul Takeover

7-11 p.m. — BB King's Blues Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Southern soul with live performances from Toy Toy and Sherika Nicole.