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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Montgomery Bicycle Club joined a nationwide Ride of Silence last night to remember cyclists who have been injured or killed on the road. The club president said that motorists must give bicyclists space—bicycles should be treated like cars to keep riders safe. WAKA 8
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Montgomery has moved its headquarters to a permanent facility on Carter Hill Road — the new office is in the building that once housed the Latter Day Saints Church. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery Habitat for Humanity gave brand new homes to the Mayo and Foxhall-Scott families as part of its Blitz Build Initiative on Millard Fuller Drive in New Hope Village. The nonprofit will add three more homes (and a park) at the end of the street to complete its plan of building seven new homes since 2024. WAKA 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An investigation began after a deadly officer-involved shooting yesterday in Montgomery when a special agent shot and killed the suspect, Raymond Tellis Jr., who is nineteen, after he resisted arrest by pulling a firearm during a traffic stop on Upper Wetumpka Road—police had responded earlier to an armed robbery call near Herron Street at about 9:20 a.m. WSFA 12
- ➤ Sextortion scams targeted young children by tricking them into sending explicit images on platforms like Instagram—authorities say over 10,000 cases were reported last year while many more likely go unreported. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuskegee University President Mark Brown testified at a Senate HELP Committee hearing on Wednesday, May 21, where he explained that, as the first alumnus to lead the school, proposed federal funding cuts — including reduced Pell Grants and Graduate PLUS loans — may harm HBCU students. He also noted that rising operational costs forced a tuition freeze at his school and warned that the legislative changes could place severe financial strain on HBCUs nationwide. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Political analyst Steve Flowers said that with Lt. Gov Will Ainsworth and Attorney General Steve Marshall not running next year, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville is in a prime spot to win the governor’s race—he is expected to announce his candidacy soon after Memorial Day—adding momentum to the contest. WAKA 8
- ➤ Alabamians are preparing for Memorial Day weekend as state law enforcement warns travelers to be safe — urging careful planning to handle increased road traffic during the busy holiday. WSFA 12
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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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