Good morning, Montgomery.

Hyundai celebrated 20 years since its first car was made at the Montgomery plant with a Family Day event that featured food trucks, inflatables, and live music by notable performers.

Officials said the celebration highlighted the plant’s role in creating over 4,000 jobs and adding over $5 billion annually to the state’s economy—achievements that benefit local businesses.

A father and his son, Curtis London Sr. aged 37 & Curtis London Jr. aged 19, were charged with capital murder after Jamahl Jackson, a 36-year-old Montgomery man, was fatally shot around 4 a.m. Sunday on Highland Avenue & Hall Street and both are held at the Montgomery County Detention Facility.

Yesterday, a community mural titled 'That We Shall Someday' was unveiled at Montgomery's Freedom Rides Museum to honor the 64th anniversary of the Freedom Rides—four surviving Freedom Riders attended the ceremony featuring historical remarks and songs.

The museum is now closed for a new exhibit expected to open this summer—outside, a restored 1957 bus is on display.

Montgomery Career Center will host the city-wide fair on May 6 at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl to help job seekers connect with private companies and government agencies.

The event runs from 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. and will offer essential career resources.

Montgomery Public Schools is holding a student-led Keep the Beat concert at the Riverfront Amphitheater on Saturday, May 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. to highlight the need for daily attendance and remind families to update their contact information (a celebrity guest will be announced soon).

Supporters at the Montgomery Kidney Walk and Celebration held yesterday at Riverwalk Stadium rallied against rain as they raised $195,000 to mark the Alabama Kidney Foundation’s 50th anniversary — the walk was held around the Montgomery Biscuits baseball field in honor of Willie Ruth Crenshaw-Love — while vendors shared kidney disease information.

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.

NA Meetings

9-10 a.m. — Gifts Incorporated — Free entry — Weekly open discussion for men's support in overcoming drug addiction.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.