Good morning, Montgomery.

Ruby was named the PAHS Pet of the Week on July 13 by Prattville-Autauga Humane Society—an 8—10-year-old female Shih-Poo who weighs 15 pounds and is known for her loving nature, being both leash and house trained, and doing well with dogs and children.

On Saturday, a trooper tried to stop a motorcycle driver on Cobbs Ford Road in Prattville but when the chase reached Montgomery near Springfield Drive the 27 year old driver, Jacob Hutchinson, ran on foot and pulled a knife before officers fatally shot him & no officers were hurt as the State Bureau of Investigation now leads the case.

Montgomery police said a man was fatally struck by a car in West Montgomery Sunday evening near Day Street — Cortez Street just before 6:30 p.m. and his name has not been released.

Montgomery police investigated several shootings on Saturday, along with a car overturn in front of a local bar and a heavy police presence near Upper Wetumpka Road—residents questioned community safety.

Montgomery police responded to a Saturday night shooting near Highland Park on the 800 block of Ann Street where a man was injured by a non-life-threatening gunshot and taken to a nearby hospital (investigators are searching for clues).

Montgomery police said they are asking for help finding a man who broke into several vehicles on Gunster Road in Lockwood Neighborhood between June 26 and 27—he stole cash and a cellphone.

Alabama public schools had $68 million in federal funding frozen before the school year began—forcing districts like Tuscaloosa to change budgets and reduce programs—and state officials hope a review will quickly restore the money.

Superintendent Eric Mackey said the pause affects funds for teacher salaries, English learners, and afterschool learning.

Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday that Alabama will add 58 new First Class Pre-K classrooms this fall, increasing the total to 1,528 for the 2025-26 school year.

The expansion will give more four-year-olds quality early learning as the program keeps its top ranking for 19 years.

Jackson Hospital got volunteer help last Saturday as community partners—Church of the Highlands, The Life House, and Montgomery Clean City Commission—painted the hospital's gazebo, planted new flowers, and picked up trash in a busy area.

The effort supported a beautification project that improved the hospital environment for patients and visitors.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.