Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
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🏘️ Community
CenterPoint Church in Prattville hosted its annual Easter Fest on Sunday, drawing over 1,000 locals who enjoyed egg hunts, rock-climbing, a petting zoo, and pony rides.
Local vendors provided snow cones & ice cream.
🎓 Education
On Sunday, Mar. 29, students from River Region schools attended the LINC Up Together Youth Seminar in downtown Montgomery to network and explore career opportunities.
Juniors and seniors met professionals and shared ideas about planning their future education.
🌲 Environment
Alabama Forestry Commission warns that conditions of drought, low humidity, and high winds keep the state under a fire danger advisory as small sparks can quickly turn into wildfires; officials urge residents to follow safety guidelines when burning debris or doing outdoor work (including securing proper permits) to reduce risk.
🏛️ Government
State lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow K-12 employees to directly donate sick leave to colleagues for any reason beyond catastrophic illness starting with the 2027-28 school year in Alabama.
The proposal leaves community college sick leave banks unchanged as discussions continue.
🏈 Sports
Alabama State University men’s basketball coach Tony Madlock announced his resignation after four years with the Hornets.
The school has begun a national search for his replacement following a season that saw a SWAC Tournament win and an NCAA Tournament appearance.
🎉 Montgomery Events
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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.
Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services
6 a.m. — Multiplex at Cramton Bowl — Free services — Access essential healthcare without any ID or insurance requirements.
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