Good morning, Montgomery.

Alabama Power is hosting a Touch-a-Truck event + kids can explore specialized vehicles and learn how they help keep power flowing in Montgomery.

Families are encouraged to visit and enjoy this interactive experience.

Manna House opened Thursday on Court Street as a hub for non-profits, churches and community groups to prepare meals.

The facility, which makes 1,000 meals daily, unveiled a mobile food truck to help local families face food insecurity — a new resource for the Montgomery community.

Mayor Gordon Stone joined WSFA to invite students and families to Pike Road’s Back-to-School Bash, the final summer celebration before school starts.

The event will offer a festive sendoff for summer in Pike Road.

The Rundown highlights a busy schedule for locals as today the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts hosts a gallery talk at 11:30 a.m. and the Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents a musical while Saturday brings farmers markets, rodeo rafting and special screening in Prattville along with talent showcase in Tallassee.

Montgomery Catholic held an active shooter drill Thursday at its Vaughn Road Campus.

Montgomery EMA Director Wade Lyles said local first responders, including police, fire & rescue and the sheriff’s office, cleared rooms, treated injuries and planned future exercises for enhanced school safety.

Mercy House expanded its hunger relief efforts by unveiling three new resources (a food commissary, food truck and mobile unit) at a Thursday ceremony in Montgomery.

The renovated South Court Street facility now can prepare 1,000 meals daily to help more families in need including rural areas.

In late July, Wilson Electric Services owner James Wilson in Millbrook reports a surge in AC repair calls as high temperatures strain local units, and he advises homeowners to inspect air filters and clean coils monthly to avoid costly breakdowns (around $17,000).

Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd earned high marks from the board after his first year for clear communication, his 100-day plan and building strong community ties.

The review also recommended improvements in charter school oversight, budget planning and parent engagement (board meeting feedback).

Montgomery Public Schools is hosting a free Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug.

1 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl (interactive learning stations, games, and free school supply kits will be available) to help families kick off the new school year; classes begin on Aug. 10.

Three historically Black community colleges, including Trenholm State in Montgomery, have received a $500K NSF grant to launch a STEM initiative that will prepare students for semiconductor and advanced technology careers; the project will run from Oct.

1 through Sept. 30, 2029.

Students at L.I.F.E Academy are celebrating major gains in math and reading after a year of hard work and dedication — the achievement signals steady academic improvement as school officials prepare to share details with families.

Lowder New Homes partners with the Cancer Wellness Foundation to supply chemo comfort care bags to local cancer patients during treatment; the program will begin distribution soon at designated centers.

UFL said Thursday, July 30 that the Birmingham Stallions will end because its venue was too small, part of the league’s plan to realign markets for long-term growth.

The restructuring includes launching operations in Oklahoma City by 2028 — a move aimed at building a sustainable spring football league.

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.