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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roy Drinkard, the nation's oldest living Marine veteran, celebrated his 105th birthday on July 11—honored by Gov. Ivey and U.S. senators—in a party in Cullman. He received an official commendation and a flag from the Capitol—recognizing his long service to the community, his business achievements, and his role on the Troy University Board of Trustees. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of Tiffany Alexander Fields who pleaded guilty to stealing hydrocodone tablets from a local nursing home and was sentenced to 18 months in a community corrections program while surrendering her nursing license after an investigation by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. Elmore Autauga News
- ➤ Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Thursday, July 10 at about 5:15 p.m. on the 700 block of Erskine Street near South Holt Street and Rosa Parks Avenue that injured a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound and a juvenile female treated at the scene—further details remain unknown. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Meta donated a $20,000 check today to Montgomery Public Schools to boost its robotics and STEM initiatives — the funds will help more students join competitions and travel for events. Meta will serve as the chief robotics sponsor next year — a role that underscores its commitment to local education. WSFA 12
- ➤ Meta donated $20,000 to Montgomery Public Schools—Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd said the funds will be used immediately to expand the district’s robotics program—. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal judges will hear on July 29 a request from Black voters and civil rights organizations to require a federal review of new congressional maps after a panel ruled that Alabama diluted Black voting strength—state officials, including the Attorney General and the Justice Department, oppose the move, saying the state did not show enough discrimination and is appealing the ruling. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will hold an online auction of thousands of surplus items including boats, cars, trucks, office equipment+medical equipment and furniture from 7:30 a.m. today until 6 p.m. July 20. Public inspections will be held at the Montgomery Distribution Center at 4590 Mobile Highway from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 16 to July 18+all sales are final. WAKA 8
- ➤ Alabama will hold its 20th Annual Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday — starting July 18 at 12:01 a.m. and ending at midnight on July 20 — as families can save money on back-to-school essentials. The Montgomery Independent
- ➤ It was announced yesterday that Alabama will receive $11.7 million from a nationwide opioid lawsuit settlement with eight drug companies—Attorney General Steve Marshall said the deal stops most companies from promoting opioids while allowing Indivior to continue selling treatment medications. This settlement adds to nearly $750 million Alabama has received from opioid-related agreements. WSFA 12
SPORTS NEWS
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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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