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Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Vicki Lammon, owner of Vicki’s Lunch Van, died Tuesday after a battle with cancer. Her restaurant on Coliseum Boulevard has been a local gathering spot, and plans for a celebration of her life are underway. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery Whitewater in partnership with Lakeshore Foundation will host Everyone Can Skate on Saturday, March 7 with two adaptive skating sessions from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering specialized equipment and support for skaters of all abilities and a scholarship for youth 18 under. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ Montgomery District 4 Councilwoman Franetta Riley is hosting (Neighbors and Flavors), a food drive that offers fresh produce from local farmers to residents. The effort supports local wellness by improving access to healthy food. WSFA 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery-based Jackson Thornton, a certified public accounting and consulting firm founded in 1919, was named one of America’s Best Tax & Accounting Firms by USA Today on February 5, recognized as one of only four Alabama firms for tax and one of three for accounting services. Montgomery Chamber
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Harrison Street Missionary Baptist Church is preparing its annual MLK Freedom Walk to honor Dr. King's historic Greenville visit — the event is set for Saturday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. starting at the church and proceeding to Perdue Street. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owner L.J. Walker of BTA Tutoring has organized an ACAP Testing bootcamp for local students to prepare for upcoming assessments. The session will offer focused tutoring as a practical resource for students needing extra help. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Alabama House Education Policy Committee advanced a bill on Wednesday that would require schools to enroll proficient students in an advanced math pathway leading to Algebra I in middle school and college-level courses in high school. The measure lets parents opt out while aiming to improve math outcomes. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Prattville Elementary School launched the Read and Ride program to combine movement and reading into the school day. The school received a $5,000 donation from Whataburger to use stationary work bikes for sensory breaks and classroom rewards (school officials explained). WAKA 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today the American Heart Association celebrates Wear Red Day during National Heart Month by urging women in Montgomery to learn their risk factors & track their numbers to improve heart health and prevent heart disease and stroke. WSFA 12
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Whitewater will host a Valentine's Day Run and Polar Plunge on Feb 14; the ice skating rink will close after Feb 16 while the ropes course remains open year-round for outdoor fun. WAKA 8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama's balanced real estate market saw nearly 4% year-over-year growth in 2025 — the median home price reached a record high as new residents fuel rising demand in state communities. WSFA 12
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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.
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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.
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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.
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K-Pop Warriors Live Show
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Garrett Coliseum — Family-friendly event — Experience high-energy K-Pop music and dance with colorful heroes and playful villains.
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