Good morning, Montgomery.

Plantersville residents are still coping with loss two weeks after a deadly EF-3 tornado struck, leaving many with damaged homes and heavy hearts.

Local churches and community members are providing care kits (including survival supplies) and clearing debris as they work to rebuild their neighborhood.

A crash on Sunday morning in downtown Montgomery destroyed a granite sign at Oakwood Cemetery—etched with the lyrics to 'I Saw the Light' and Hank Williams' image—and damaged several headstones, and a 2009 Dodge Caravan driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital while Hank Williams' grave was not harmed.

Alabama State University alum DiDi Hughes is hosting a conference to empower young women with sessions on leadership, brand development + embracing unique beauty.

State Sen. Greg Albritton will file a new gambling bill this week that seeks to legalize lottery sales and Class II electronic gambling at six racetracks to be decided by voters in a September special election.

The proposal estimates $750 million in revenue—$250 million from the lottery and $500 million from other gambling operations—and directs funds to road projects, law enforcement, and health care while requiring a compact with the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.

Alabama lawmakers are moving forward with bills to regulate cannabis products like delta-8 and THC drinks similar to alcohol, with proposals aimed at adding licensing, advertising rules and a tax.

Rep. Andy Whitt’s HB445—prompted by past reports of child exposures—will soon be considered while Sen. Tim Melson works on a similar measure after his bill stalled in committee.

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.

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.

MHS 25th Annual Dog-u-Tante Ball

6-8 p.m. — RSA Activity Center — Support local animal welfare while enjoying a fun night out.

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.

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.

PMP Certification Classroom Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Montgomery Alabama — Training cost varies — Gain 32 hours of interactive training for CAPM certification with hands-on projects and support.

Blackberry Smoke Concert

8 PM — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Tickets from $47 — Enjoy an evening filled with Southern rock vibes from Blackberry Smoke.