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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cristy Andrews was named the new Local Partner in Charge—Growth at Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors' Montgomery office effective July 1, replacing Sandy Coaker. With over 20 years at the firm and leadership in the Tax Division and Real Estate Practice Group, Andrews will now guide the office into its next chapter. Montgomery Chamber
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 25, Montgomery residents Christopher L. Franklin, 50, and Anita J. Brockman, 47, were arrested in Millbrook for theft and burglary after officers recovered stolen lawn equipment from a residence in the 100 block of Cedar Court—both face charges and are held in jail on a $42,000 bond. WSFA 12
- ➤ Billy Ray Marchman, serving a 99-year sentence for the 2004 murder of his wife, must continue his sentence after a 2024 parole denial and will have a new hearing on August 13—raising concerns among victims’ rights advocates. WSFA 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Experience Montgomery has rebranded Restaurant Week as River Region Restaurant Week for its 11th year to spotlight local food and drink. The celebration features a summer bar trail running until August 3 and special lunch and dinner menus set to begin on August 7. Montgomery Chamber
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers handed out over 500 backpacks with school supplies—refreshments and uniform shirts were given at a drive-through event outside 2nd Chance Auto Sales on Saturday. At the Cramton Bowl Multiplex, Montgomery’s Parks and Recreation Department hosted its annual Back to School Bash where more than 1,000 backpacks and family-friendly activities were provided. WAKA 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery Emergency Communications Center is training 2 new dispatchers and 7 new operators today to support calls for emergencies such as car crashes and fires. All new hires must complete a rigorous 4—8-week training course before they take calls independently. Montgomery Chamber
- ➤ The Montgomery Police Department today named veteran law enforcement leader Chief Ettice Brickus as its new Chief of Staff. Brickus brings nearly 24 years of experience from Baltimore—she served as Deputy Chief—and will manage daily operations, policy, and community trust efforts. Montgomery Chamber
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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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Hog Days of Summer BBQ & Music Festival 2025
2-8 p.m. — Alabama Union Station — Tickets required — Experience a sizzling BBQ and live entertainment at one of the summer's top festivals.
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PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Price to be confirmed — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive CAPM training and real-world applications.
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