Good morning, Montgomery.

WSFA will host its Clanton Hometown Tour tomorrow with Judd reviewing the Summer Fund & Food Drive and previewing updates on County Road 12 in Clanton.

Spencer Thomas, a 57-year-old suspect from Prattville, was arrested on May 27 in Las Vegas for his role in the armed robbery and assault of dry-cleaning businessman Jim Massey III on March 10 — he now faces federal charges.

The 36th annual Kids Count Data Book (tracking data through 2023) shows that Alabama fell to 43rd in child well-being as education scores dropped and more kids lost health insurance (4% up from 3%), while small gains were seen in family and community measures, prompting calls for more investments in health care and affordable housing.

Katherine Robertson, chief counsel for the current attorney general, will announce her bid to run for state AG today in Birmingham—she joins other candidates in a race that includes former Associate Justice Jay Mitchell and district attorney Pamela Casey with the primaries set for May 19. The announcement comes as AG Steve Marshall, who is term-limited, prepares to run for the U.S. Senate.

During congressional hearings last week, Sen. Katie Britt and Rep. Dale Strong questioned Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on federal policies affecting Alabama’s biotech, automotive and agricultural sectors — they cited the loss of a $44 million grant for the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub and pressed for support of domestic manufacturing and fair credit terms for auto exports.

Alabama officials filed an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday to challenge a federal ruling that found the 2021 and 2023 district maps racially discriminatory—state leaders want the court to review how Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act is applied.

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.

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.

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.

Independence Day Celebration at Montgomery Zoo

11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum — Admission fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with animal exhibits and special zookeeper talks.