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Montgomery
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Parks and Recreation will host a Daddy-Daughter Dance for families this Saturday at the Crump Senior Center. WSFA 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ River Bank & Trust celebrated its 20th anniversary yesterday and marked two decades of service at 25 offices. The locally owned bank with nearly $4 billion in assets earned awards for best workplaces and trusted customer care. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ A national shoe store, Journeys, will soon move into the old Champs location at the Shoppes at Eastchase in East Montgomery, between Trek Bikes & Bath & Body Works. Officials have not provided a timeline for the opening. WAKA 8
- ➤ Direct flights to Houston begin today at Montgomery Regional Airport, giving local travelers a new non-stop option. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Coosada Elementary teacher Kathy Knight celebrates 30 years in the classroom and has served as the technology coordinator for the past two years, marking her dedication to education. WSFA 12
- ➤ Trenholm State Community College is launching dual enrollment and early college programs to give high school students a head start on college credit. The new initiatives will expand opportunities for local students as they roll out soon. WSFA 12
- ➤ Alabama lawmakers passed education bills last week—sending select measures to Gov. Ivey and leaving over 35 pending—for debate when the session resumes Tuesday. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The March Alabama Poll shows 68.5% of voters remain undecided in the Attorney General race, where candidates Mitchell, Robertson, and Casey each hover around 10%, and 75.2% remain uncommitted in the Agriculture race where McInnis leads narrowly. Shifts are expected as the primary nears. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ The Montgomery District Attorney’s Office invites community members for an evening of remembrance honoring victims of violent crime as part of its Mondays with the DA series — event details including time and location will be announced locally. WSFA 12
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Humane Society features Pets of the Week with 3-month-old kitten Tripp and 2-year-old Great Dane mix Jeebs available for adoption. Interested families can visit the society’s front desk or website + get started with fostering them. WAKA 8
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Dino Dig Education Program
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum — $21 for zoo members, $35 for non-members — Unearth dinosaur bones and enjoy hands-on learning at this fun paleontology program for kids ages 4-10.
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ArtTalk: Self Taught Artists
8-10 p.m. — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Bring your artwork for an informal critique and enjoy refreshments while interacting with fellow artists.
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Little Feat Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Little Feat live in Montgomery.
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Katy Nichole Concert
7-11 p.m. — Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of uplifting Christian pop music with Katy Nichole.
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Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services
6 a.m. — Multiplex at Cramton Bowl — Free services — Access essential healthcare without any ID or insurance requirements.
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ReCON$truXion Convention
7 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a thrilling convention experience with engaging events and activities.
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AirPower History Tour - Montgomery
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montgomery Regional Airport — $20 Adult, $10 Children (11-17), Free for Under 10 — Experience historic aircraft like the B-29 Superfortress and enjoy educational opportunities.
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Tri Montgomery Triathlon
Sprint & Olympic Events — All Day — Commerce Street Parking Lot — Registration fee applies — Experience history and challenge in Alabama's capital with multiple race formats.
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2026 Gathering of Eagles Luncheon
12:30-2 p.m. — Wynlakes Golf & Country Club — $75 each — Engage with aviation legends sharing inspiring stories of resilience and achievement.
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