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Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Habitat for Humanity will hold a home dedication ceremony on Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. at 832 Millard Fuller Drive for the Mayo and Foxhall/Scott families. The event will honor their move from renting to homeownership — a key part of the Blitz Build Initiative to add affordable homes in New Hope Village. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ The Shoppes at EastChase hosted its first farmers market on Saturday morning even though rain fell, and visitors bought fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs and plants. The market will run every Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon—until September 15. WAKA 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred last night near Jackson Hospital on the 2000 block of Locust Street — the victim was pronounced dead at the scene and details including the victim’s name and age have not yet been released. WAKA 8
- ➤ Gloria Crews, a 64-year-old Montgomery grandmother, was shot dead near Virginia Loop Road on Mother’s Day a year ago—police say the killing was gang-related—and no arrest has been made as officials offer a $21,500 reward for tips. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Protestors and hemp business owners gathered at Court Square to oppose HB445—a bill nearly approved that bans smokable hemp products—and warned that if signed by the Governor, it will hurt their operations when it takes effect on January 1. WSFA 12
- ➤ The headquarters for the U.S. Air Force Enlisted Professional Military Education moved from Gunter Annex to Maxwell Air Force Base’s Academic Circle—Col. Damian Schlussel and other leaders held a ribbon cutting at building 1400 on May 9. WAKA 8
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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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Alabama Truck Driving Championships 2025
8 AM – 5 PM — Garrett Coliseum — Participation encouraged — Experience Alabama's premier truck driving competition showcasing top talent.
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Montgomery Recovers Community Celebration
8 AM - 12 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate resilience and recovery with music, food, and inspiring speakers in a supportive community event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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