Good morning, Montgomery.

A couple cleaning up storm damage near their home rescued a baby pileated woodpecker nicknamed (Woody) weeks ago and called the Alabama Wildlife Center for help.

Volunteers rehabilitated the 12-inch fledgling and released it near a local tree, giving the bird a fresh start.

Pike Road held its 'Night on the Farm' event (organized by All the Same Alabama) on Jul.

13, where community members explored local agriculture and received hydration supplies donated to thank first responders after a recent heat.

Gail’s Down the Street Cafe stayed open as locals rallied to support owner Gail Royal, who recently battled cancer and spent time in hospital.

On Thursday, groups (from Pelham and Alabaster) helped fill the cafe and keep the business running.

Alabama’s Long Term Care Ombudsman Program at the Central Alabama Aging Consortium held an elder abuse awareness conference in Montgomery to teach proper reporting methods and safeguard local older adults.

Montgomery Public Schools announced that five local schools will offer 21st Century Community Learning Centers for the 2026–2027 school year, where students will benefit from after-school academic and enrichment opportunities.

Families should contact their child’s school for registration details.

Alabama State University and Callan JMB announced a new partnership to develop the 150-acre Atlas Complex on the former Judson College site in Marion.

The project will offer ASU students hands-on biotech training and create local jobs — construction is expected to begin soon and take about 9 months.

Alabama's back-to-school sales tax holiday runs from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19.

Qualifying items are exempt from the state’s 4% tax—and over 300 local communities also waive their sales tax as price limits for clothing, shoes, computers and textbooks rise.

Alabama’s longest-serving tourism director recently retired and state officials have appointed a successor to lead tourism.

Officials said the leadership change will boost strategies to promote local attractions.

Legislator James Lomax urged regulators to require concrete evidence-based commitments from Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern on their planned rail merger because missing details at the Surface Transportation Board could risk Alabama jobs, shipping costs and healthy competition for manufacturers, farmers and forestry businesses.

Tick season has raised alarms for pet owners as emergency room visits for tick bites increase.

Health officials advise daily pet inspections and consulting a veterinarian on safe tick prevention (especially for cats) to protect both pets and families.

Teen Painting Summer Camp

8:30 AM - 12 PM — Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts — Free entry — Explore your creativity through painting in a supportive environment.

Birmingham Barons vs. Montgomery Biscuits

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Watch minor league baseball action as the Birmingham Barons take on the Montgomery Biscuits.

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

1-5 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — VIP packages available — Experience the timeless music of Carole King in a premium theater setting.

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

1-5 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — VIP tickets available — Experience the magic of Carole King's musical journey with exclusive VIP packages.

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

1-5 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — VIP tickets available — Experience the magic of Carole King's music live on stage with premium seating options.

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

1-5 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — VIP tickets available — Experience the musical journey of Carole King with premium seating options.