Good morning, Montgomery.

Local farmers Drew and Lauren Wendland of Autauga Farming Company received the 2026 Achievement Award by the American Farm Bureau Federation in January in Anaheim — honoring their century-long legacy in farming in Autaugaville and their win in Alabama’s state competition.

Local leaders and organizers broke ground (yesterday) for a new donation and storage facility at Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches to improve how donated items support children in its four ranches.

A local running group donated $4,000 raised at the 47th Annual Jubilee Runs in Old Alabama Town.

Higher education and industry leaders gathered Tuesday at Auburn University for the Alabama Higher Education AI Exchange to discuss how artificial intelligence is changing career readiness and workforce needs — drawing 425 participants in-person and online.

Alabama teens should know that under Taylor’s Law, school discipline (with points from suspensions or expulsions) delays their learner’s permit as each point adds a week delay for licenses at 15, 16, or 17.

Elmore County High School principal Jason Eason says the law promotes better choices.

Faulkner University was named to the Phi Theta Kappa 2026 Transfer Honor Roll for its commitment to helping community college transfer students complete bachelor's degrees.

The recognition highlights the university's focus on providing a Christ centered education at its Montgomery campus.

Gov. Kay Ivey signed an executive order yesterday to establish a commission that will study screen-based instruction in classrooms and recommend changes, with the panel (including state educators and experts) set to deliver its report by Dec.

1 to guide potential new legislation.

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers in Montgomery is asking for new donors as supplies drop dangerously low amid the summer travel season, especially for type O blood, which all local hospitals need—this shortage may affect patient care if donations do not increase soon.

At SEC media days in Tampa, Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said he is focused on raising the team’s performance rather than stressing over national championships — a stance set amidst the program’s legacy.

The Crimson Tide will begin preseason camp ahead of their Sept. 5 game at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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.