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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Wednesday afternoon shooting on West Boulevard was classified as homicide after police confirmed that Keisha Wright, 39, died on Thursday from her injuries and her husband Freddie Wright, 38, was arrested — he was taken to the Montgomery County Detention Facility. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery police charged 38-year-old Freddie Wright—accused of the fatal shooting of 39-year-old Keisha Wright on April 16 in the 1200 block of West Boulevard, where she died the next day. WAKA 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama House passed the Laken Riley Act to stop the release of arrested undocumented immigrants and speed deportation (named for a 22-year-old student killed last year). The bill now goes to the Senate (its wording was softened after debate) as lawmakers split on its impact. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ In Montgomery, Alabama teen Lula Gribbin—who lost her left hand and right leg in a shark attack last year—was honored on the House floor as legislators passed Lula's Law to set up a shark alert system for beachgoers in Baldwin and Mobile counties. The bill now moves to the Senate as state leaders work to get it signed by the governor. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ The Alabama Senate approved Senate Bill 13—sponsored by Sen. Gerald Allen—that would require public schools to play the first stanza of the national anthem once each week; the bill passed 25—6 and now moves to the House. The Alabama House passed House Bill 179—sponsored by Rep. Mark Gidley—to allow volunteer chaplains for teachers, and if approved it will take effect on July 1 so that chaplains can serve on campuses by the 2025-26 school year while the bill moves to the Senate. Alabama Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Brooke Robinson Benton opened her new private practice, TruCare Family Medicine, today in Montgomery to improve healthcare access by offering quality care for patients ages 17 to 100. The former Jackson Hospital doctor aims to inspire youth from underserved areas and is now accepting new patients— her practice focuses on holistic, community care. WSFA 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery’s historic Cramton Bowl will host the Tuskegee-Morehouse Classic football game during the 2025 season—moving the oldest HBCU rivalry from Columbus to our city—with more details to follow. WAKA 8
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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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Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience
11 AM – 3 PM — Montgomery Motor Speedway — Limited-time driving packages 50% off — Experience the thrill of racing on a storied short track in Alabama.
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Montgomery Pop Tab Party
11 AM – 3 PM — McDonald's — Free entry — Bring your collected pop tabs and enjoy a community gathering with giveaways and lunch.
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Wetumpka FFA Alumni Championship Rodeo
6-7 p.m. — The City of Wetumpka Sports Complex — Ticket required for admission — Experience the excitement of Mutton Bustin' featuring young rodeo talents under the stars.
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7th Annual Spring Chicken Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — SweetCreek Farm Market — Free entry — Celebrate spring with 150 local vendors and fun kids activities at this vibrant festival.
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R&B on the River Concert
9 p.m. — Montgomery Whitewater — Free entry with HBCU Final 4 ticket — Enjoy soulful R&B vibes and local artists along the scenic Riverwalk.
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NA Meetings
9-10 a.m. — Gifts Incorporated — Free entry — Weekly open discussion for men's support in overcoming drug addiction.
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OCOU 2025 Health Fair
9 AM – 12 PM — Doster Community Center — Free entry — A community health fair offering valuable resources and services to promote wellness.
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