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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After three years in temporary spaces, the Salvation Army of Montgomery announced it has secured its permanent home on Carter Hill Road at the former Church of Jesus Christ property next to JAG High School and across from the Midtown YMCA. While the building is being renovated for administrative services for youth, seniors and others — its food pantry, clothing closet and worship center remain open, and the organization will soon seek a new shelter and soup kitchen location. WAKA 8
- ➤ The Montgomery Southern Poverty Law Center is hosting a community block party today that features art and activism for local residents—an event designed to bring the community together. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Independence Volunteer Fire Department will host its 'Red, White & Revved Up' Car Show and Fish Fry on Saturday, August 2 at 1702 County Road 40 West in Prattville to raise funds for emergency services—vehicle entries cost $25 (with a $10 discount for military and first responders) and fish fry plates are $15 while local businesses are invited to sponsor and vend. The event is free to the public and will feature a variety of vehicles from vintage cars to custom builds. Elmore Autauga News
- ➤ On May 23, the Spring Chicken Festival in Pike Road and the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra’s free Jubilee Pops Concert at the Alabama Dept. of Archives and History took place while the Montgomery Zoo hosted Animal Enrichment Day with a visit from the Montgomery United Football Club. Upcoming activities include Teen Mayfest and a Sneaker Ball at Union Station Train Shed plus the Sun Belt Baseball Championship at Riverwalk Stadium – events spanning the long Memorial Day weekend through May 26. WAKA 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State prison officials recaptured 38-year-old escapee Stephen Murphy—who had walked away from his assigned job on Tuesday—on May 23 at 8:18 a.m. at Commerce and Tallapoosa streets near the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center; he is serving time for a robbery conviction in Morgan County. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Autauga County Schools is running a free summer feeding program under the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program to give children 18 or younger ten days of breakfast and lunch—families can pick up meals at Marbury High School or Prattville High School on May 29, June 5, June 16, June 26, July 7, and July 17 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Families must pre-register and will receive a QR code for each child to collect the meals. Elmore Autauga News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service has forecast a Level 1 risk of isolated severe storms—bringing possible damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain—for parts of Alabama today, including Montgomery, with nearly the entire state at risk on Sunday. Forecasters warn that additional storms may develop on Memorial Day, though confidence is low, so residents should stay updated on the weather. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Medicaid Agency is launching new programs to lower high infant and maternal death rates using a federal grant (an award of $16.5 million over 10 years) and working to improve care for mothers and newborns. The agency will host provider meetings in June and is watching pending Medicaid changes in Congress as a new bill for pregnant women is set to take effect Oct. 1. Alabama Daily News
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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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