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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A person was injured Tuesday night in a Montgomery house fire—city fire officials said. WSFA 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hyundai’s largest assembly plant said it will not lay off workers today as tariffs on automobiles go into effect, noting that parts from Mexico are protected by the U.S. & Canada trade agreement. The company said tariffs on car parts will begin May 3 and it is evaluating whether to absorb any resulting costs & avoid raising prices for consumers. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (serving his first term) will deliver the undergraduate commencement address at Tuskegee University on Saturday, May 10 at 10 a.m. in the Chappie James Arena. The university will also host graduate and professional ceremonies and provide graduates six tickets for family and friends (announced by the school) on May 3. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Albritton changed his draft gambling bill by increasing funds for roads as he seeks 21 yes votes from the 34 member Senate to advance a constitutional amendment on lottery ticket sales and expanded gambling. The proposal would allow sports betting at select racetracks and bingo halls and impose a 24% tax on net revenue—details that will be refined as legislative discussions continue. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Lawmakers revised HB178 to require Ten Commandments displays in history classrooms and college buildings, instead of placing them in school common areas. Longtime advocate Dean Young (who pushed for displays statewide) criticized the move and urged Gov. Kay Ivey (who had promised displays in every public building) to address the issue as the debate will resume next week in Montgomery. AL.com
- ➤ On April 1st, the House passed three bills—one that establishes a legal framework for gun stores to temporarily hold surrendered firearms during mental health crises, another that permits borrowing an extra $500 million for a 4,000-bed prison in Escambia County, and a third that creates portable benefit accounts for gig workers. All the bills passed with votes of 93–1, 74–16 with eight abstentions, and unanimously respectively, and now await Gov. Kay Ivey’s final approval. Alabama Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Troy women’s basketball beat Illinois State 99-96 Wednesday evening after trailing by 10 points in the third quarter—Briana Peguero scored 28 points and the Trojans will play Buffalo in the WNIT championship game Saturday. WSFA 12
- ➤ Jill Clark, Montgomery Catholic’s multi-award-winning head women's basketball coach, announced her retirement to focus on family life and work on the farm—she will still serve in the school’s Physical Education Department. WSFA 12
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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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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.
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Blackberry Smoke Concert
8 PM — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Tickets from $47 — Enjoy an evening filled with Southern rock vibes from Blackberry Smoke.
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The Grove MGM 5K Fun Run/Walk and Open House
12:30-3:30 p.m. — The Grove MGM — Donations encouraged — Celebrate the opening of a community resource for young women transitioning out of foster care while enjoying a scenic 5K run/walk.
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