Good morning, Montgomery.

The Montgomery Zoo held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for its new entrance site — a move designed to enhance visitor access and experience.

Montgomery native Octavia Spencer won an Emmy Award on Sept.

6 for narrating the Lost Women of Alaska documentary series. Her win, following an earlier Oscar for The Help (her first major accolade as a local star), puts her halfway to EGOT status.

More than 3,000 high school juniors and seniors attended the 42nd annual College and Career Fair hosted by the Junior League of Montgomery yesterday at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl—students from a 60-mile radius met with college and career representatives to access essential resources.

Lennie Howard from the Samaritan Counseling Center joined WSFA on Monday to share tips on preventing suicide during Suicide Prevention Month.

His advice aims to offer mental health support + useful resources for readers in Montgomery.

Jackson Hospital announced today it has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy after secure financial aid from Blue Cross Blue Shield and local governments.

The community hospital now faces the dual challenge of managing costs + rebuilding services while addressing significant infrastructure needs.

Montgomery Humane Society features Pets of the Week with Trolli, a five-month-old kitten who craves affection, and Julep, a six-year-old Shepherd mix with playful energy.

Both are available for adoption and fostering at the shelter (visit the website for details).

Alabama football will play Florida State on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT at Bryant-Denny Stadium on ABC.

Alabama—coming off a win over Kentucky—looks to bounce back after last season’s loss as the Seminoles, fresh from a win over New Mexico State, seek to turn the tide.

Troy defeated Alabama State 34-17 on Saturday as Jaheim Merriweather ran 127 yards and scored three touchdowns — the Trojans gained 314 yards in the first half and will face No. 23 Missouri in their next game.