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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 13th annual Pike Road Crawfish Boil will take place Saturday — local residents can enjoy crawfish and support a good cause. The event promises a fun weekend opportunity for the community. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested and charged with attempted murder after trying to run over a Montgomery police officer (court documents state this) and he remains in custody (pending further inquiry). WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Gov. Kay Ivey received the record $12.2B Education Trust Fund budget package that lawmakers approved on Tuesday. The package includes an extra $80M for a new school choice program and a funding formula – targeting more funds for students facing challenges – while adding benefits like paid parental leave though teacher raises were not included. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama lawmakers passed a $3.7 billion General Fund budget after working late into the night Tuesday—this budget will set the spending framework for state programs. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Transportation is investing $7.6 million to improve roads and bridges under the Rebuild Alabama Act+ the funding is the first round of grants that will set aside at least $10 million annually from gas tax revenue for local projects including work in Lamar and Cullman. WSFA 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Hospital launched its 'Stronger Together!' initiative earlier this month to strengthen ties with the River Region community and engage local businesses. It also resumed its 'Walk With A Doc' program—letting residents get health advice from doctors on the fourth Friday of each month—and introduced 'Jackson’s 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment' to identify local health priorities for future services. WSFA 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Johnnie Carr Middle School's baseball team won the championship in a close game that brought pride to the school—its win marks a key achievement for the season. The team excited local fans in Montgomery with its strong performance. WSFA 12
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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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Karaoke & Comedy Night
8-11:59 p.m. — ALOE Event Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Kelly 'K-Dubb' and karaoke hosted by DJ Ali.
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7th Annual Spring Chicken Festival
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — SweetCreek Farm Market — Free entry — Celebrate spring with live music, tasty food, and fresh produce at this community festival.
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Woodland Creek Memorial Day 5K
8 a.m. — Woodland Creek HOA — Registration fee required — Experience community spirit with a charity run supporting local trails and enjoy post-race festivities.
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The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
8-11 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the cinematic sounds of iconic film composer Hans Zimmer in a grand musical event.
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Montgomery Alabama's Soul Funk Fest
12-5 p.m. — Montgomery Downtown Riverfront Amphitheatre — Check site for ticket prices — Experience an exciting lineup with special guest Lakeside and more soulful tunes.
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