Good morning, Montgomery.

Sarah Cole will host the 3rd Woodland Creek 5k run/walk on Memorial Day to support River Region Trails.

Heart of Alabama Food Bank will host its Summer Fund and Food Drive on June 6 (at Eastchase Renfroe's) to support families during the summer.

On May 19th, a federal jury convicted four individuals for a cocaine trafficking conspiracy that moved drugs from Mexico to Alabama (one was a former state trooper who offered his patrol vehicle) and sentencing will be scheduled later (officials stressed that no one is above the law).

A Montgomery man, 25-year-old Jaquez Myrick, was sentenced on Tuesday to 24 months in federal prison for a federal firearm charge linked to the 2024 mass shooting at Tuskegee University—he had been arrested on November 10 after leaving the scene with a handgun conversion device.

A federal jury convicted three Alabama men for smuggling cocaine from Mexico into Alabama as part of a drug trafficking ring, and evidence showed an Alabama state trooper reportedly used his uniform to help move the drugs, with a sentencing hearing scheduled soon.

Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth announced Wednesday morning that he would not run for governor in 2026 after discussions with his supporters (family and friends) led him to focus on his children and transition to the private sector.

He said he will complete his term and work with conservative officials to support the future election.

Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth—who announced Wednesday—said he will not run for governor in 2026.

Louisiana meat retailer Bourgeois Smokehouse recalled about 100 pounds of its smoked andouille sausage on Tuesday after routine testing detected Listeria monocytogenes; the product, made on May 12 and sold at Rouses Market locations in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi since May 13, should be thrown away or returned—no illnesses have been reported.

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.