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Friday, March 7th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Police are seeking the public's help in locating William Mickle Henley, a 56-year-old man last seen driving to Mobile for business, whose vehicle has been found but he remains missing. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery upgrades Lagoon Park Softball Complex with $2.4 million for new fields, amenities, and infrastructure, enhancing outdoor recreation and tourism potential. Montgomery Chamber
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of 31-year-old Michael Ligon, marking the city's ninth homicide of 2025. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Alabama Daily News Education and Workforce Legislative Breakfast, state leaders discussed policy improvements aimed at elevating student achievements and readying the workforce for future demands. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two Alabama lawmakers have called for a stop to the sale of Montgomery's Freedom Rides Museum, which was listed among 400 government facilities earmarked for sale by the previous administration. WSFA 12
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Saturday Micro Market
Pop-up market with music, food, and local vendors happening March 8, 15, and 29. Still accepting vendor applications!
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Saturday Micro Market
Pop-up market with music, food, and local vendors happening March 8, 15, and 29. Still accepting vendor applications!
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31st Annual Culinary Caper Celebration
The Culinary Caper is a fundraising luncheon hosted by Meals On Wheels Montgomery to support seniors, featuring food from local chefs and various engaging activities like auctions and raffles.
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2025 Spring Career Fairs at the Career Development Center
The Career Development Center will host a career fair featuring employers from the Healthcare, Government, Public Safety, and Communications sectors.
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Whose Live Anyway - Live Performance
Experience an evening of improvisational comedy with the talented cast members from 'Whose Line is it Anyway' performing live in Montgomery.
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Montgomery Smooth Jazz Festival
The Montgomery Smooth Jazz Festival features two days of live Smooth Jazz and R&B performances by national artists at the scenic Riverwalk Amphitheater.
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Montgomery's Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
The Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl in Downtown Montgomery promises a themed experience with contests, prizes, and multiple pub crawl stops encouraging festive participation.
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St. Patrick's Day at Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by exploring the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum, which will be open for visitors to enjoy the sights and sounds of the animals.
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4-Day CAPM Certification Training in Montgomery, AL
This comprehensive CAPM certification course offers 32 hours of interactive classroom training, PMBOK Guide resources, and assistance with the CAPM exam application.
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Brunch with Rosie: Indie Rock at Red Bluff Bar
Brunch with Rosie, a three-piece indie rock band from Auburn, Alabama, will perform at the Red Bluff Bar in Montgomery, Alabama, opening for The Cold Stares.
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