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Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Pumpkin Run 5K will take place on October 11th—hosted by the Alabama State Games and ASF Foundation, with Griffin Pritchard and Sam Moore sharing details via WSFA. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Junior League of Montgomery hosted its 36th Annual Holiday Market from October 10—12, 2024 at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl. The event was a cherished local tradition that brought community members together. The Montgomery Independent
- ➤ The City of Montgomery will hold a Veterans Day celebration on Tuesday, November 11 — beginning on Dexter Avenue — featuring Major General Retired Clyde A. Lou Hennies to honor our nation’s heroes. The Montgomery Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local fall festivities—ranging from the Alabama National Fair to pumpkin patch celebrations—will fill the weekend from today through October 12 as community events offer seasonal activity. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a meeting in Huntsville on Oct 8th, the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees reported that college enrollment had exceeded 98,000—a 9.6% rise over fall 24—and approved more than $50M for building or renovating academic and athletic facilities across the system. The board also updated a hiring policy, renewed a bookstore contract, and set the next meeting for Nov 12th at 10 a.m. in Montgomery. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Montgomery City Council passed a resolution to back Jackson Hospital, which warned it may close in 30 days without needed funds. Officials said the hospital might need a $50 million grant and extra funds for upgrades — support from county and state partners has not yet been secured. AL.com
- ➤ The Montgomery County sheriff, Derrick Cunningham, held a prayer service on Thursday at the First Baptist Church Parking lot on Perry Street as part of National Faith and Blue Weekend—prayers for unity, victims of crime, and public safety officials were offered to set the tone for upcoming community events. WSFA 12
- ➤ Tuskegee University named Kareem Easley as its new police chief—he takes over from Joshua Phillips, who was relieved of duty in September. Easley brings over 20 years of law enforcement experience from Montgomery and other state agencies. WAKA 8
- ➤ The City of Montgomery is planning its Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 11 at Riverwalk Stadium with events including a parade, resource fair, family activities and a static display featuring retired Maj. Gen. Clyde A. 'Lou' Hennies as grand marshal and keynote speaker. The event will honor the 50-year end of the Vietnam War under the theme Montgomery Salutes: 50 Years Later, Never Forgotten — Honoring Our Vietnam Veterans and the deadline to enter the parade is October 31. WAKA 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Bicycle Club will host the 23rd annual Glassner Autumn Challenge on October 18 as a memorial ride to honor a friend and supporter of cycling—organizers say the event will reflect his impact on local biking. WSFA 12
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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.
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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.
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Murder on the Orient Express
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic mystery unfold live on stage.
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