Good morning, Montgomery.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers holds a gun buyback event aimed at reducing gun violence by offering cash for surrendered firearms in Montgomery.

The program gives fifty dollars for a rifle or shotgun, one hundred dollars for a working handgun, and two hundred dollars for an assault or semi-automatic rifle.

Thieves drove a car into a gun shop in East Montgomery early Saturday and stole merchandise inside the store, and police responded at 12:15 a.m. in the 11000 block of Chantilly Parkway near Cucos Mexican Cafe—repair work on the front window was underway.

Pike Road will hold city elections on Tuesday, August 26 as voters choose a mayor and five town council seats—candidates include both incumbents and challengers.

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.

Grupo Bronco

7-10 p.m. — Rancho El Paraiso — Cost info not available — Experience the vibrant sounds of this popular norteña, balada, and cumbia group from Mexico.

PMP Certification Training Course

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Variable pricing — Comprehensive 4-day classroom training to prepare for the PMP certification exam.

Montgomery Generals Home Game

7-10 p.m. — Garrett Coliseum — Single-game tickets available — Experience high-energy eight-man football with the Montgomery Generals amid a community celebration.