Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
Good morning, Montgomery.
The Montgomery Biscuits hosted their 8th Annual Ballpark Trick or Treat at Riverwalk Stadium on Oct 30, where children dressed in costumes, received candy from over 30 local organizations—families enjoyed hay rides and donated canned goods supported the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
The Kiwanis Club of Pike Road is selling $15 ornaments that show Pinkston’s Grocery—once run by Barnett Pinkston from 1945 until his death in 1990 at the corner of Vaughn and Pike roads.
The ornaments, made by local artist Bruce Brannen, will benefit the club’s scholarship program for Pike Road high school seniors.
Montgomery held a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 30 to open the Courtney Harman Pruitt Community Center that honors her legacy.
Tomorrow at 2 a.m., clocks will fall back as daylight saving time ends, shifting more light to the morning until mid-February—47% of those polled oppose the change while 56% favor keeping daylight saving time year-round; local lawmakers say any move to adopt it permanently will require Congressional approval.
State-owned items will go for auction today at 7:30 a.m. as the Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs accepts bids online until November 9, with public inspections held at the Distribution Center at 4590 Mobile Highway from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.—Nov. 5 to Nov. 7.
SNAP benefits will lapse today for about 752,000 Alabama residents as the government shutdown stops food aid, leaving 331,000 children without new support.
Birmingham will use $1 million in city funds for a food drive—helping 23,000 households while lawmakers work to reopen the government.
Auburn University at Montgomery researchers are using AI to study a new treatment for urinary tract infections—The project may lead to better patient care in the future.
The Pike Road Patriots finished the season with a 45-0 win over Charles Henderson — ending with an 8-2 record.
Autumn Fest
1:30-4 p.m. — Horse Farm, Montgomery, AL — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with games, music, and activities for all ages at this community festival.
Veterans Day Celebration
10 AM - 1 PM — Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium — Free entry — A heartfelt tribute featuring a parade, resource fair, and ceremony in honor of our veterans.
Masterworks II: An Evening with Tobias Picker
7-10 p.m. — Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts — $ — Experience a captivating concert featuring the dynamic Cello Concerto by renowned composer Tobias Picker.
Whoville Holiday Market
10 AM - 5 PM — Garrett Coliseum — $7 admission, kids 10 & under free — Enjoy a festive shopping experience with over 175 vendors and photo opportunities with the Grinch.
PMP Certification Training in Montgomery, AL
9 AM – 5 PM — Montgomery Alabama — Training Fee Required — Gain project management skills with 32 hours of interactive classroom training and e-learning access from proficiency experts.
5K Gobble Wobble Run/Walk
8-10 a.m. — Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Free entry — Participate in a festive run/walk promoting health and wellness while supporting the local food bank.
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