Good morning, Montgomery.

Civil rights leader Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr. (85), a key figure in the historic Selma to Montgomery marches, was laid to rest Sunday at Tuskegee University Chapel.

Family members and community leaders gathered to honor his legacy and urge others to continue his work in nonviolence.

The Montgomery Humane Society unveiled its remodeled shelter (after decades of serving pets and people) on National Puppy Day Monday, showcasing new upgrades and puppies available for adoption.

Montgomery Parks and Recreation is hosting an All Abilities Welcome Play Day on Mar.

28 to honor Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by celebrating young people with disabilities in community parks.

Caddell Construction announced executive promotions on March 19 in Montgomery when Ricky Byrd became chief operating officer, Zach Moore became president of the Commercial division, and Michael Lewis became vice president of Governmental.

The changes support the company’s goal to build strong teams and drive growth.

The Maxwell Capital Gateway project will introduce new apartment towers, retail spaces and housing for military families in the Maxwell corridor next to I-65.

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce has begun funding and planning work, with the $37 million project expected to boost the economy within five-year.

Downtown Montgomery will embrace rodeo spirit on Friday ahead of the 2026 SLE Rodeo, bringing community members together for a festive parade with live music and local vendors.

Faulkner University and Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama announced a three-year partnership to expand the PATH program that provides simulation-based training for healthcare professionals and emergency responders across the state.

HMMA will invest $200,000 annually to support ACLS, PALS, CPR/AED, EMT courses and trauma simulations.

Gov. Ivey reminds families to renew their CHOOSE Act application online for the 2026-27 school year, which offers up to $7,000 for tuition and tutoring.

The deadline is midnight Tuesday, March 31.

Residents from District 2 met with city leaders at a town hall today to voice neighborhood concerns.

The event offered a chance to directly discuss community issues with local decision-makers.

The Montgomery Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host a free Health and Resource Fair on Saturday, Mar.

28 at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl (offering local residents health screenings and resource assistance).

Much Ado About Nothing

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

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Blount Cultural Park — Registration required — Compete in a series of races with a scenic out-and-back course and earn a finisher medal.

Dino Dig Education Program

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum — $21 for zoo members, $35 for non-members — Unearth dinosaur bones and enjoy hands-on learning at this fun paleontology program for kids ages 4-10.

ArtTalk: Self Taught Artists

8-10 p.m. — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Bring your artwork for an informal critique and enjoy refreshments while interacting with fellow artists.

Little Feat Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Little Feat live in Montgomery.

Katy Nichole Concert

7-11 p.m. — Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of uplifting Christian pop music with Katy Nichole.