Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
Good morning, Montgomery.
Montgomery Parks and Recreation will host a Daddy-Daughter Dance for families this Saturday at the Crump Senior Center.
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.
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.
Direct flights to Houston begin today at Montgomery Regional Airport, giving local travelers a new non-stop option.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dino Dig Education Program
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum — $21 for zoo members, $35 for non-members — Unearth dinosaur bones and enjoy hands-on learning at this fun paleontology program for kids ages 4-10.
ArtTalk: Self Taught Artists
8-10 p.m. — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Bring your artwork for an informal critique and enjoy refreshments while interacting with fellow artists.
Little Feat Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Little Feat live in Montgomery.
Katy Nichole Concert
7-11 p.m. — Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of uplifting Christian pop music with Katy Nichole.
Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services
6 a.m. — Multiplex at Cramton Bowl — Free services — Access essential healthcare without any ID or insurance requirements.
ReCON$truXion Convention
7 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a thrilling convention experience with engaging events and activities.
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.
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.
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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