Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, a woman died when her car crashed on Interstate 85 in Montgomery County and four others were hurt, according to officials. WSFA 12
- ➤ A church on the 800 block of Clay Street in Montgomery was damaged by an early morning fire Tuesday — fire crews entered through the front door and fought the blaze from outside after part of the floor burned, and no injuries were reported. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were taken to hospitals after separate shootings off Bell Road—one woman with a life-threatening gunshot wound and one man with a non-life-threatening injury—as police continue to investigate the incidents. WSFA 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Shakespeare Festival opens its production of 'The Wizard of Oz' today on Festival Stage, running until Aug. 17 with kickoff events like a downtown green light display and a Ruby Slipper Sprint at Leroy Lounge. Trivia on July 24 and Alexis Kinney singing at the Biscuits game on July 30 add local excitement — the festival brings a classic story to life for our community. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Reed updated residents today on progress in public safety, road repairs and the reopening of community centers as part of a $50 million effort. He noted that crime rates fell significantly and city workers improved sidewalks and cleared litter to serve the community better. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ Gov. Kay Ivey appointed corrections deputy Hal Nash as chairman of the state parole board on July 8th—replacing outgoing chair Leigh Gwathney—whose term expired; his appointment is effective immediately. Ivey said Nash will work to keep citizens safe with a tough-on-crime and fair law enforcement approach. WAKA 8
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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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7th Annual Crystal Johnson School Supply Giveaway
11 AM – 2 PM — Eastdale Mall — Free entry — Grab essential school supplies to kickstart the academic year for local students.
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ALNWFL PGA Senior Championship
36-Hole Event — Montgomery Country Club — Participation-based — Watch top qualifiers vie for a spot in the Senior PGA Professional Championship.
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Alabama Launchpad Regional Meetup: Montgomery
4:30-6 p.m. — 39 Dexter Ave — Free entry — Network with entrepreneurs and learn resources to grow your startup in Alabama.
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Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs. Montgomery Biscuits
1-4 p.m. — Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium — Cost info unavailable — Catch the excitement as the Blue Wahoos take on the Biscuits in a thrilling baseball match.
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