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Monday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Easterseals Central Alabama got a check for over $60,000 from the 21st Annual Crawfish Boil — held April 5 at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. The donation will help pay for autism diagnosis services — speech therapy and occupational therapy for more than 500 local children. WAKA 8
- ➤ The Pike Road Patriot Fund hosted a crawfish boil (May 17) to benefit local students (in Pike Road). WSFA 12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Montgomery man died in a two-vehicle crash in Bullock County when his SUV was struck by a pickup truck at the intersection of U.S. Highway 82 and Bullock County Road 7—state troopers said the 39-year-old victim, Jordan Todd, was not wearing a seat belt—while the other driver and his passenger were injured and taken to Troy Regional Medical Center. WAKA 8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 3rd Annual Red Bluff Music, Arts and Food Festival drew music lovers to downtown Montgomery riverfront for three days of art, music and food from Friday through Sunday. Rain fell midday Saturday — but the Riverfront Amphitheater cleared by night for concerts — keeping the festival spirit high. WAKA 8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA’s Clay Ingram said gas prices in Alabama remain at $2.76, showing a two-cent rise since last week and a two-cent drop from a month ago—he expects holiday travel to keep market demand stable as increased OPEC production helps balance supply. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Capitol Journal wrapped up the 2025 legislative session by reviewing the final day and key bills that passed (marking its conclusion). Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger discussed his first session leading the Senate (highlighting changes ahead). Alabama Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LifeSouth is partnering with Dreamland Barbecue to motivate blood donations as supplies run critically low—Montgomery residents are urged to donate soon to help meet urgent patient needs. WSFA 12
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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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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.
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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.
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