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Montgomery
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Family Sunshine Center held its annual Ranch RoundUp today. Attendees pulled out their boots and enjoyed a night of fun while supporting a great cause (community event). WSFA 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Milo’s Hamburgers closed its EastChase restaurant after serving Montgomery for 10 years — the chain did not give a reason for the shutdown, per its website. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Representatives from Hyundai Motor Manufacturing donated $13,465 to Alabama State University on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 9:00 a.m. at the campus behind Bessie Benson Hall — the funds will support the She Care Wellness Pods that provide mental-health services for female students. Montgomery Chamber
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local legislators are considering bills that would eliminate out-of-pocket costs for prostate and breast cancer screenings by requiring full coverage for high-risk policyholders. Senate Bill 19 and House Bill 300, pending further passage, could support early detection efforts for thousands of residents. WSFA 12
- ➤ The state’s Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday began today at 12:01 a.m. and will run until Sunday at midnight, with tax-free purchases on flashlights, batteries, weather radios, tarps and portable generators. Gov. Ivey said — in a press release — the measure helps families prepare for unpredictable weather. Alabama Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dentists from Troy and Montgomery teamed up with a local church to host a free dental clinic in Montgomery yesterday + offering essential dental care to local residents. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Council of Substance Abuse hosted its first Business Resource Fair Friday morning in Montgomery to raise awareness of workplace substance misuse. COSA worked with Montgomery Public Schools and veterans and plans quarterly events to share best practices. WSFA 12
- ➤ Dentists from Troy and Montgomery held a free dental clinic at a local church Friday in Montgomery. The event provided community members with essential dental care. WSFA 12
- ➤ At Wesley Gardens Assisted Living, a rare wooden CRDL instrument designed by Dutch scientists is helping memory care patients connect through its interactive play + changing sounds. The facility is planning a spring fundraiser to purchase one after its rental ends. WSFA 12
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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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Hootenanny 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
10-11 a.m. — Montgomery Whitewater — Registration required — Kick off spring with a 5K and fun run, featuring live music and unique races.
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Cupcakes & Calculations
2-5 p.m. — Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library — Free entry — Enjoy cupcakes while engaging in fun math challenges with fellow enthusiasts.
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~ Ryan Holiday
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