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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Montgomery police responded to a shooting call on May 2 at around 10:14 p.m. on the 900 block of West South Boulevard—near Davenport Drive just inside the I-65 bypass—and found a man who was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead.  WAKA 8
  • Police identified 18-year-old Montgomery resident Jaydon Lewis as the victim fatally shot on West South Boulevard Thursday night at 10:14 p.m.+ he was taken to the hospital where medics pronounced him dead and authorities are investigating the shooting.  AL.com

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Action 8's reporter Teresa Lawson was honored last night at the 52nd Annual Head Start Appreciation Banquet at the RSA Activity Center in Montgomery for her story on the Head Start program in Greenville—she was named Community Partner of the Year by the Lowndes County Board of Education.  WAKA 8

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Alabama Legislature gave final approval to House Bill 477, allowing the Alabama Farmers Federation to offer new health care plans for farmers and crop producers; the bill passed 32-2-2 on Thursday (including a 1.3% premium tax) and now goes to Governor Kay Ivey for review.  Alabama Daily News
  • The Alabama Senate passed House Bill 199 by a 33-0 vote, narrowing the criteria for youth to be electronically monitored via ankle monitors—to include those charged with serious felonies or with three or more prior offenses—and the bill now moves to the House for a vote.  Alabama Daily News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Today, Dream Court Montgomery hosts its annual unified doubles tournament at Lagoon Tennis Park—50 special needs athletes from across Alabama will team with local volunteer tennis players for three 45-minute matches beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 12:30 p.m.  WSFA 12

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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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.

    Mon, 5/26/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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