Good morning, Montgomery.

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery opened registration for summer camps that offer day camp and overnight opportunities for children ages 5 to 17 to learn new skills, build friendships and unplug from technology+ readying them for an active summer.

A federal grand jury on Thursday indicted three Pike County residents—including Brundidge Police Chief Samuel Cornelius Green—for fraud in a scheme that falsely claimed Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds, and they were taken into custody by U.S. Marshals ahead of an initial court appearance in Montgomery.

Police and medics responded around 7:30 p.m. on Montgomery's Troy Highway after a shooting left one person critically injured—authorities are still gathering details.

Gov. Kay Ivey is urging lawmakers to pass two bills during the 2025 session: one banning cell phone use during school hours with limited exceptions and one granting eight weeks of leave for female teachers and two weeks for male teachers and state employees.

The Senate passed the parental leave measure with a 28—3 vote while the cell phone ban remains pending in the House as legislators return from break.

Alabama's community colleges made $8.1 billion for the state economy last year and helped create 114,043 jobs (according to a Lightcast study).

The report shows that students with an associate degree earn more and that every public funding dollar returns $1.20 to the state.

Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville briefed the Alabama League of Municipalities on their committee roles and a slate of bills aimed at supporting Space Command at Huntsville, expanding child care tax credits, and tackling the fentanyl crisis—efforts that include plans for FBI job moves and saving rural hospitals. Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan also urged that municipal bonds remain tax-exempt to fund essential local infrastructure projects.

The Montgomery bus station that holds the Freedom Rides Museum will not be sold after it appeared on a federal sale list that is now deleted–local lawmakers said the error should never have happened.

State representatives and officials will push for new legislation to require Congressional approval before any historic site is sold.

The Lady Thunderbirds from Park Crossing won the 6A basketball championship, ending an impressive season.

Team officials say their hard work & team spirit led to the title.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2025 AASPA Winter Conference

April 1-3 | Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center | Registration fees apply | Engage with fellow school administrators at Alabama's largest professional learning event.

Montgomery Cars and Coffee

9 a.m. — Dreamland BBQ — Free entry — A monthly meet for car enthusiasts to showcase their rides and socialize over coffee.

Everything Eyelash Training Class

10 AM – 4 PM — Regus - Montgomery, RSA Dexter — $1,500 investment — Become a certified lash artist with comprehensive, hands-on training in all lash techniques.

Flimp Festival 2025

10 AM – 2 PM — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and community at this vibrant arts festival.