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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery police opened a homicide investigation after Nathan Hogan II, 26, died from a gunshot wound on Tuesday morning (2400 block of Meadow Ridge Lane) just after 6 a.m., and the case remains under investigation. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate launched the Thank a Farmer initiative to encourage local residents to show gratitude to the farmers who produce their food. The campaign aims to educate consumers about the vital role farming plays in feeding families and supporting the state’s economy — a reminder of food security’s importance. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Alabama House passed a four-bill tax cut package that lowers the grocery tax from 3% to 2% and saves families at least $236 a year while providing an annual $192 million in savings. The package now moves to the Senate where lawmakers said the overtime tax cut is unlikely to be extended because it creates a significant cost—straining the education budget. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ The State Senate voted to make possession of a Glock switch a felony—lawmakers say the move aims to curb gun violence in the state. WSFA 12
- ➤ Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 67 on Tuesday, reorganizing the chain of command at the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs and naming retired Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Newton as commissioner. Newton served as interim commissioner for six months—he has a 41-year military career and will work with state officials to improve services for over 400,000 veterans. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Today at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex, the Montgomery VA Regional Benefits Office hosts a free Veterans Resource Expo from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. where over 50 vendors offer legal, healthcare, and support services to veterans—if you cannot attend, the office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 345 Perry Hill Road. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts required former Crenshaw County clerk Jeannie Gibson to repay over $209,000 in missing funds—she did not appear at the hearing to explain the issues. The audit covered records from April 1, 2020 through 2024 and followed her resignation in January while a lawsuit alleges she used clerks association funds for personal expenses—raising concerns about public funds. Alabama Daily News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Flimp Festival 2025
10 AM – 2 PM — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and community at this vibrant arts festival.
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UX Bootcamp in Montgomery, AL
9 a.m. — 600 S Court St, Montgomery, AL — Course fees apply — Enhance your design skills with hands-on training in Adobe tools and graphic design fundamentals.
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MHS 25th Annual Dog-u-Tante Ball
6-8 p.m. — RSA Activity Center — Support local animal welfare while enjoying a fun night out.
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Easter Weekend at the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum — Regular admission rates apply — Celebrate Easter weekend with family fun and wildlife exploration.
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Move Montgomery Bunny Hop 5K
7-11 a.m. — Vaughn Road Park — Free entry — Participate in a community 5K to promote wellness and support local health initiatives.
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