Good morning, Montgomery.

Montgomery locals have a busy week—Gov. Ivey signed two Safe Alabama public safety bills Thursday after lawmakers adjourned Wednesday and the historic Riverfront Park will host the Red Bluff Music, Arts & Food Festival starting Friday.

In other news, the Alabama Virtual Academy held a 266-student graduation Thursday, overdose deaths decreased over the year and area restaurants are urged to improve their cleanliness.

Montgomery police charged a juvenile male with capital murder in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Da’Quan Blakely on May 8 near the 5700 block of Atlanta Highway—he is now held in the Montgomery County Youth Detention Facility.

A Montgomery man, 38-year-old Lorenzo Anterrio Monta, was sentenced to 15 years in prison—plus 3 years of supervised release—for firing a gun during last year's high-speed chase near Eastdale Road and Atlanta Highway, where officers later arrested him for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Montgomery police charged My’Qurious Solomon (21) with murder and attempted murder after a fatal shooting on April 17 at about 8:39 p.m. at the 3200 block of Brookwood Drive (near Woodley Road) where 21-year-old Jaquan Lewis died.

The Red Bluff Music—Arts and Food Festival is underway at historic Riverfront Park where local performers share music, art and food.

It kicked off last Friday and will continue through the weekend.

Gov. Kay Ivey signed the remaining bills in the 'Safe Alabama' public safety package into law on Thursday — finalizing the package.

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.

Alabama Truck Driving Championships 2025

8 AM – 5 PM — Garrett Coliseum — Participation encouraged — Experience Alabama's premier truck driving competition showcasing top talent.

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.

11th Annual Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival

8:30 a.m. — Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium — Team participation required — AUM gathers rowers for the competitive and festive Dragon Boat Festival.

National Baptist Congress of Christian Education

June 16-20 — Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center — Registration required — Engage in a variety of classes aimed at enhancing spiritual growth and ministry skills.