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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Optimist Club provided free binders at Mercy House to help students as they prepare to return to school — an ongoing community service effort. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Prattville YMCA hosted its 8th annual Sink-A-Palooza where competitors tried to soak their opponents by raising enough money—an event that boosted local fundraising efforts. WSFA 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bishop Calvin Woods Sr.—known for speaking out against racism and championing justice—died today after a lifetime of public service. WSFA 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the 30th annual Buckmasters Expo, Staff SGT. Dustin Taylor told his personal story and explained what the Army can offer to future recruits. He described the benefits and training available for anyone interested in joining. WSFA 12
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Montgomery 10-year-old baseball team won the Diamond Youth World Series when they defeated Team Texas by a score of 2 to 1 in Lexington, South Carolina—clinching the title with a game-winning catch. The team had gone undefeated in the state championship at Lagoon Park, outscoring opponents by a score of 97 to 16. WAKA 8
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