Good morning, Montgomery.

The Montgomery Humane Society introduced its Pets of the Week featuring Bee + Bowser.

Bee is a 1.5-year-old black cat who loves to watch birds from a windowsill, and Bowser is a 3-year-old terrier mix who lost one leg in a car accident but still enjoys treats, people, and belly rubs, and both are available for adoption at the society.

Governor Ivey started the 2025 Beat Auburn Beat Hunger and Beat Bama Food Drive at the state capitol Monday morning by giving the first donation at both schools — along with Big Al, Aubie and university students.

The drive, run by the Center for Service and Leadership and the West Alabama Food Bank since 1994, will collect food donations until the Iron Bowl.

A former Medicaid employee from Montgomery was sentenced to 10 years in prison—she had pleaded guilty in August to approving over 1,600 fraudulent payments totaling more than $100,000 and began serving her sentence immediately.

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, which has staged shows in Montgomery since the 80s, is celebrating its 40th season by presenting Murder on the Orient Express—a classic mystery performance on stage.

Alabama State University announced it will build a 5,000 square foot YMCA fitness facility on campus that will offer youth leadership development, sports camps and mental wellness workshops—programs designed to provide inclusive wellness opportunities for students and the Montgomery community. The partnership with the YMCA of Greater Montgomery aims to expand access to health resources through joint outreach and educational initiatives.

The Gayle Planetarium in Montgomery started a new series of Saturday shows on October 4 and will continue through November 15, offering two daily presentations of SunStruck and From Earth to the Universe.

The shows are scheduled at (10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.) to educate visitors about our sun and the universe.

On Saturday, students and alumni gathered at Alabama State University for its homecoming game against Bethune-Cookman—an event that showcased long-held school traditions.

Alabama high school seniors will be able to apply to dozens of public and private colleges for free until Friday as part of Alabama College Application Week + over 380 schools are joining the effort to help students from low-income families and first-generation backgrounds by waiving typical application fees and offering direct admission options.

Alabama State University is hosting a Fall Career Job fair as Dr. Sabrina Simmons, ASU Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, told WSFA about the upcoming event, which will offer students a chance to connect with potential employers (details are still forthcoming).

Murder on the Orient Express

6-7:30 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — VIP ticket options available — Experience the classic mystery like never before with exclusive packages.

Murder on the Orient Express

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling performance of the classic mystery tale aboard a luxurious train.

Murder on the Orient Express

1-2:30 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling adaptation of a classic mystery aboard the famous train.

Mark Lowry Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy an evening of uplifting music with Mark Lowry.

Murder on the Orient Express

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic mystery unfold live on stage.

Admission Ceremony

8 AM – 12 PM — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Click here for registration — Celebrate new beginnings at the Admission Ceremony.

Murder on the Orient Express

1-2:30 p.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery on stage.

Toast Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Tickets from $52 — Grab last-minute tickets for an exciting concert evening at the arts centre.

Montgomery Auto Auction Event

10 p.m. — 6044 Troy Hwy, Montgomery, AL — Online access available — Experience thrilling online bids for top quality cars in Montgomery's auction.

AMA Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series

7-8:30 p.m. — Garrett Coliseum — Ticket required for early access — Experience thrilling arenacross racing with early fan access and pre-event activities.