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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said ex-Decatur officer Mac Marquette—a 25-year-old charged with murder—failed to show a clear legal right to prosecutorial immunity when he fatally shot Stephen Perkins and will face trial in September if the appeals court rules against him. AL.com
- ➤ A Montgomery grandmother said her Ridgefield home was hit by gunfire on July 1 — the seventh incident in three years — leaving her and her husband in constant fear as bullets damaged windows and doors. WAKA 8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Electric vehicle purchases are rising in Alabama as nearly 8% of new car buyers choose EVs even though only 1% of registered vehicles are electric. Michael Staley of the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition said buyers save money on used EVs, benefit from tax credits & Alabama Power rebates, and often charge at home to cut fuel costs. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A circuit court judge ruled on Monday that Alabama utility regulators may hold closed-door meetings to decide if Alabama Power can raise rates, rejecting a lawsuit from the Southern Environmental Law Center on behalf of Energy Alabama. The ruling came after a June hearing when the judge deferred to the commission’s rules—keeping the rate change process private. AL.com
- ➤ U.S. Sen. Tuberville joined Agriculture Secretary Rollins and other officials on Tuesday to launch a National Farm Security Action Plan that will block China and other foreign buyers from purchasing U.S. farmland and timberland. The plan aims to protect our food supply and boost supply chains (a USDA report showed nearly 2.2 million acres in Alabama are foreign-owned) and will work with states to increase oversight of farmland deals. Alabama Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery secured the bid to host the 2026 DYB Division 2 Regional World Series at Lagoon Park, adding to a summer of record-breaking youth sports tourism. Yesterday, an opening ceremony with local officials and over 1,500 participants showcased the city’s sports strength — the city will later bid on 2027 tournaments that may bring thousands more visitors. Montgomery Chamber
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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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