Good morning, Montgomery.

WSFA 12 News will host the inaugural Desmond Wingard Legacy 5K on Oct.

31, starting at its building on Dexter Avenue with a route through downtown to benefit a journalism scholarship at Troy University honoring the late news director. Registration is underway.

The Montgomery Zoo is hosting its first Howl-O-Ween bash on Oct.

31 from 10am to 3pm with a costume contest, 'Tent or Treat' stations, hay rides and pumpkin decorating. Entry is $19 for adults and $15 for kids, with extra costs for rides and face painting (partners include food trucks).

Montgomery now has a new shelter dedicated to mothers and children—Samaritan’s Place.

Founded by LaDonna Brendle through Reality and Truth Ministries, the faith-based facility offers nine private family rooms and supportive classes such as budgeting and parenting to help families stay together.

Mark Colson, leader of Alabama Trucking, will become president and CEO of the nation’s largest trucking association on Dec.

1—he will assist in the transition through November and is praised for growing membership and influence in the state’s trucking industry.

Culver’s (a fast-growing chain) plans a new restaurant on Chantilly Parkway near AMC, Krystal, and Home Depot.

The proposal was shown to the board of adjustment yesterday and will be reviewed by the planning commission next week.

Crumbl Cookies closed its Zelda Road bakery at the Publix shopping center amid national issues affecting the chain, and it still operates a location at Vaughn and Taylor roads.

Legendary broadcaster Jimmy Carter died in Nashville this week at 73 (just two days before his 74th birthday) and earned praise for his work at WHHY and launching Auburn's radio station.

Colleague Larry Stevens recalled Carter's energetic style that kept him ahead of the news.

Newsouth's Bookstore is hosting a Harvest Festival today that invites local residents to enjoy seasonal activities and treats — a festive celebration of autumn at a well-loved venue.

On Oct. 16, DAS North America held its annual Pink Walk at its Montgomery facility to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month — employees participated in a walk and bake sale to fundraise for cancer research.

Norman Schlemmer was inducted into the Montgomery Association of Realtors Hall of Fame today in recognition of his dedication and hard work.

The honor marks his longstanding influence in local real estate.

Ollie Poiroux kicked a 22-yard field goal as time expired to give McGill-Toolen a 16-14 win over Montgomery Catholic on Friday night.

The Yellow Jackets will face UMS-Wright for the region championship next Friday.

Prattville beat Thompson 28-27 on Friday, Oct.

16 in Alabaster, Ala. A blocked 21-yard field goal in the final seconds kept Prattville unbeaten at 8-0 and earned the team a first-round bye in the Class 6A playoffs while Thompson lost its 12-game win streak.