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Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Montgomery Zoo revives its beloved annual Christmas Lights Festival, celebrating the holiday season.  WSFA 12
  • The Fighting Hunger Giving Tree campaign collaborates with local companies and organizations to significantly reduce hunger within communities.  WSFA 12

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters utilized new technology to extinguish a blaze at a vacant hotel in Montgomery.  WSFA 12

CRIME NEWS

  • A former security guard at Elmore Correctional Facility has been arrested for smuggling drugs.  WSFA 12

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Montgomery County Commission is taking steps to alleviate the financial burden resulting from the construction of the Montgomery Whitewater rafting park.  WSFA 12

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Montgomery County Commission debates an additional $2 million funding for the Montgomery Whitewater park amidst frustrations over financial burdens and a lack of contribution from the city, with a vote scheduled for December 17.  WSFA 12

HEALTH NEWS

  • An Alabama task force focusing on obesity and diabetes debates the high costs of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, despite their potential benefits, against a backdrop of increasing rates of obesity.  Alabama Daily News

SPORTS NEWS

  • No. 10 Alabama defeated No. 20 North Carolina 94-79, marking their first road victory and third consecutive win against Top 25 opponents.  Alabama Daily News

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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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.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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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.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • A Christmas Carol at Alabama Shakespeare Festival

    Experience the classic tale of A Christmas Carol brought to life on stage at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Christmas Lights Festival at Montgomery Zoo

    Experience the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland with thousands of lights, train rides, and holiday treats.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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