Good morning, Montgomery.

Eastdale Mall has new management as Bob Atchison, a long-time local resident, takes over after the last manager was laid off last week.

He will lead building upgrades to attract new retail, dining and novelty tenants.

On Tuesday, Alabama Arise Action members met at the State House to urge lawmakers to designate $14 million in next year's education budget for no-cost school breakfasts—supporting local farmers and improved student scores in reading and math.

Alabama State University is hosting a free artificial intelligence event on Thursday, Mar.

5 at its Montgomery campus. The event will let attendees explore the latest AI developments.

Yesterday at the State House, Alabama Arise Action members urged lawmakers to fund no-cost school breakfasts for every child in public schools (hoping to give students a healthy start).

Silicon Ranch plans a 4,500-acre solar farm in north Baldwin County to power a Meta data center in Montgomery while preserving wetlands and using sheep for land care.

Approved last December, the project is slated to operate by end of 2028 (a design that boosts soil quality).

On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Rep. Terri Sewell honored Selma-born civil rights activist JoAnne Bland on the House Floor.

Bland, who passed away Feb. 19 at 72, was recognized for her lifelong work for voting rights and equality.

Gov. Kay Ivey announced $40 million for capital expenses at Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, to be released once the hospital exits bankruptcy.

New leadership and local funding commitments led to the plan, with the hospital expected to restructure in the second quarter.

At 13 years old, football quarterback Kole Moody earned the WSFA Fever Athlete of the Year Award Tuesday at WSFA 12 News studios + his record-setting play helped his Southside Selma team reach the AHSAA 3A Semifinals.

WSFA 12 Sports hosted its annual Fever Athlete of the Year Party today at its studios, honoring 2025 Fever Athletes of the Week and airing the award segment (6 p.m.), while the network presented the 2nd annual Caden Tellier Leadership Award yesterday to honor a Morgan Academy quarterback.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cupcakes & Calculations

2-5 p.m. — Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library — Free entry — Enjoy cupcakes while engaging in fun math challenges with fellow enthusiasts.

Much Ado About Nothing

7 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Tickets available — Experience a classic Shakespearean comedy filled with clever wordplay and romance.