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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Magic Moments surprised 8-year-old Christian Duncan, a cancer survivor, at his Chuck E. Cheese birthday party in Montgomery on Feb. 17—granting him and his family a week-long trip to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios; they plan to take the vacation next month. WAKA 8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stephen Dees joined Beasley Allen to focus on personal injury and products liability cases. He is active with the Alabama State Bar (serving on the Leadership Forum and the Bench and Bar Relations Task Force) and contributes to local charities and community groups while coaching youth sports. Montgomery Chamber
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rev. Jesse Jackson died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Alabama’s civil rights and political history. Dr. Howard Robinson of Alabama State University said Jackson’s breakthrough moments—including his 1983 address to the state legislature—inspired many new leaders. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Cloverdale Playhouse will stage 'American Son' (a play about a biracial couple confronting race issues after their son is detained following a traffic stop) starting February 19 and running through March 1. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama State University will host Montgomery.AI Summit — a free event — on March 5 at Abernathy Hall from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., where students, educators, business, and civic leaders will discuss AI tools in education, workforce, and public service. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ Faulkner University’s College of Health Sciences signed an agreement with York University in Nebraska on Feb. 10 & the deal gives eligible York students preference in three health science programs. The Montgomery Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Kidney Foundation will kick off its annual Kidney Walk & Celebration on Friday, Feb. 20 at 11:30 a.m. at the RSA Activity Center on Dexter Avenue, with honorary chairs Will & Kelly Wilson and Michael McCurry supporting the fundraiser ahead of a main walk on Saturday, May 2. WAKA 8
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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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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Tower Taproom — Tickets available with 25% OFF until February 21st — Celebrate early with a fun-filled pub crawl featuring games, contests, and festive cheer.
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Montgomery Princess Day
10 AM – 4:30 PM — Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill — Tickets required — Experience a magical day filled with princess interactions, songs, and games for children.
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53rd Annual Spring Auction - Trucks Day 1
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — J.M. Wood Auction Co Inc — Starting at $100 — Bid on various dump and sanitation trucks from leading manufacturers.
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