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Monday, April 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On April 19th, Montgomery celebrated the 49th anniversary of its Moon Tree—planted in 1976 using seeds that traveled aboard Apollo 14—near the Capitol.  WAKA 8

CRIME NEWS

  • An April 16 murder near West South Boulevard left four children (ages 8 to 14) without their mother as their father is in jail, and the children now stay in a hotel with their grandparents while the family seeks a home to prevent foster care.  WSFA 12

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Starting this fall, Alabama high schools will offer a workforce diploma that lets students take three career technical education courses instead of two math and two science classes, giving them a path to learn skills for immediate jobs. Schools will use counselors to advise students on the best option + help them plan for college if desired.  Alabama Daily News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lawmakers held a contentious session in the Senate on Thursday and a lively week in the House as officials in DC warned that more federal cuts could hurt programs + Congressman Shomari Figures discussed his first 100 days in office.  Alabama Daily News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 4/22/25

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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.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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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.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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