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Monday, June 30th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Montgomery Fire and Rescue fought two house fires in the 4600 Block of Ray Drive and the 4200 Block of Gateway drive, with no one injured at the Ray Drive home while a 55-year-old man sustained a minor cut at the Gateway drive fire. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Central Alabama CrimeStoppers hosted a gun buyback event on June 29th + the program aimed to reduce gun violence and remove unwanted firearms from our streets. WSFA 12
- ➤ On Saturday morning, Central Alabama CrimeStoppers held a gun buyback event at Bryant Missionary Baptist Church on Norman Bridge Road where people turned in unwanted guns for cash ($50 for rifles or shotguns, $100 for handguns, and $200 for assault or semi-auto rifles) as organizers planned to destroy all the guns. WAKA 8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama native Ace Atkins, a bestselling author who has written over 30 novels, will receive the 2026 Harper Lee Award from the Monroeville Literary Festival. The award ceremony will be held on February 27, 2026 at the Old Courthouse Museum (other notable authors will also be honored at the reception dinner). WSFA 12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local heating and air companies in Montgomery advise residents to maintain their cooling systems as hot and humid summer days push energy use 30 percent above the national average. They recommend changing air filters every 30 to 60 days and raising the thermostat when leaving home — steps that can help reduce electric bills. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama’s delegation honored the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville with resolutions led by Rep. Dale Strong and Sen. Tommy Tuberville. The center—key to U.S. missions from Apollo to Artemis and employing over 6,000 people—may get increased funding if the budget bill becomes law. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Legislative leaders sent Governor Kay Ivey five nominations for a new appointment to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, including board chair Leigh Gwathney—whose term expires today but allows her to stay in place until replaced amid a request from Attorney General Steve Marshall’s office. Ivey will review the list and make an appointment within 10 days. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Capitol Journal covers several issues as Alex Angle updates on the congressional delegation and new career pathways diplomas set to begin this fall, while Jeff Sanders reports that law enforcement at Lake Martin will boost boater safety for Fourth of July. The show also features Attorney General Steve Marshall discussing his Senate bid and education officials speaking on First Class Pre-K progress. Alabama Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery Home Ownership Summit took place Saturday and offered local residents advice on boosting credit scores and understanding home buying steps—experts outlined credit management and real estate processes—so many feel more prepared to buy a home. WSFA 12
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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