Sunday, June 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Angels Among Us hosted its annual 2025 beauty pageant to promote confidence, self expression and the unique beauty of every participant—contestants embraced their individuality through the event's inspiring focus. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Page held a workshop at Carver High School to help student athletes plan for college and careers after high school—this event gave practical advice for the next steps in their education and life. WSFA 12
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners can fortify their roofs using standards from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety — a measure that past storms like Hurricane Sally have shown to reduce damage. A grant program offering up to $10,000 will help cover improvements and could lower insurance premiums. WAKA 8
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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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PMP Certification Class
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Early bird pricing available — Intensive classroom training with real-world examples and CAPM exam preparation.
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Montgomery Generals Home Game
7-10 p.m. — Garrett Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of professional eight-man football with community festivities and family-friendly entertainment.
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Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
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