Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery teenagers Brooke and Breanna Bennett will be featured on CNN for their efforts to combat period poverty through their nonprofit, distributing over 32,500 hygiene kits and aiding in the passage of a law to provide menstrual supplies in Alabama schools. WSFA 12
- ➤ The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is participating in Giving Tuesday, encouraging donations to support its community activities. WSFA 12
- ➤ The Montgomery Zoo's Christmas Lights Festival begins this Friday, transforming the zoo into a winter wonderland with lights, decorations, live entertainment, and festivities through the end of December. WSFA 12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle fire has closed both directions of Interstate 85 near Exit 16 in Montgomery, with no determined timeframe for reopening. WSFA 12
- ➤ A fire at the Sleep Inn & Suites in Montgomery was extinguished with no injuries reported; the cause is under investigation. WSFA 12
- ➤ A fire has completely engulfed the Country Inn & Suites in Montgomery, with no immediate information on the cause or injuries. WSFA 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery police are seeking public assistance to solve a homicide case involving 23-year-old Nickqurious Hooks, offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the shooter. WAKA 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama is considering a bill to ban cell phone use in K-12 schools to improve focus and academic success, with some exceptions for emergencies and individualized education programs. Alabama Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery City Council has mandated earlier closing times for alcoholic beverage businesses to enhance safety, with operations ceasing at 1 a.m. on weekdays and 2 a.m. on weekends. WSFA 12
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A Live Performance of A Christmas Carol
Experience the classic holiday tale of A Christmas Carol at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, featuring live performances that bring the story to life.
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Montgomery Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show 2024
Explore a stunning variety of gems, minerals, and jewelry at this vibrant show in Montgomery.
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A Christmas Carol Performance in Montgomery
Experience a live performance of the classic play 'A Christmas Carol' at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Montgomery.
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Neal McCoy Live Concert
Experience an evening of country music with the talented Neal McCoy at the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre.
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Christmas Lights Festival at Montgomery Zoo
The Christmas Lights Festival transforms the Montgomery Zoo into a Winter Wonderland with thousands of lights, festive activities, and opportunities to take pictures with Santa.
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A Christmas Carol at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Experience a live performance of 'A Christmas Carol' at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, a timeless holiday classic.
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A Christmas Carol at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Experience the classic tale of A Christmas Carol live at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.
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Christmas Lights Festival at Montgomery Zoo
The Montgomery Zoo is transformed into a Winter Wonderland with thousands of lights, festive activities, and holiday treats during the Christmas Lights Festival.
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Montgomery Ballet's Annual Nutcracker Performance
The Montgomery Ballet invites families and ballet enthusiasts to experience the enchanting holiday classic, The Nutcracker, featuring beloved characters and exquisite dancing.
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Colter Wall Concert at Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
Colter Wall will perform songs from his upcoming record, reflecting three years of songwriting predominantly crafted from home.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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