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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shea Robinson is hosting 'The Outpouring,' a free citywide event of prayer, worship, art and unity on June 8 at Riverfront Amphitheater. Montgomery Humane Society features pet Begonia ready for adoption — while WSFA airs Jordan Halloran from Max Wealth Management answering financial questions. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office warned residents about a phone scam that used spoofed official numbers and real law enforcement names to falsely claim fines, missed jury duty or arrest warrants—officials advised hanging up and reporting such calls. WAKA 8
- ➤ Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed Monday morning in Montgomery — no further details were released. WSFA 12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery is preparing for a busy summer after being one of the top 5 visited counties in 2024 when 29 million visitors came to Alabama's attractions. Local officials say the tourism boost reached $1.5 billion last year & more hotel rooms will be added to meet the rising demand. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At his monthly press conference Monday, Mayor Steven Reed addressed the controversy over the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts board—he said the museum’s future plans are under review. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed said at Monday's press conference that the museum board is illegal because its joint operation with a museum association violates Section 94 of the Alabama Constitution as revealed by a recent lawsuit—city officials now are considering proposals for either a joint board or a 15-member board to ensure proper oversight. WSFA 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free health clinic from Remote Area Medical will roll into Montgomery from June 7-8 at the Cramton Bowl parking lot on Hall Street to offer dental cleanings, dental procedures, eye exams with on-site eyeglasses, general medical exams and rapid HIV and syphilis testing—patients can receive care without insurance or ID on a first-come, first-served basis. AL.com
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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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