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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Montgomery launches a $3.4 million 'Together We Rise' initiative to enhance community safety and engagement.  WAKA 8
  • Montgomery announces its 2025 Downtown Countdown New Year's Eve celebration with food vendors, live music, and fireworks at Riverfront Park.  WSFA 12

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A pedestrian was fatally injured in an accident involving a vehicle in Montgomery, with the incident currently under investigation.  WAKA 8

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra invites the public to their annual Joyce Caddell Holiday Pops concert featuring guest artist Jimmie Herrod, an America's Got Talent finalist, on December 19 at the Davis Theatre.  WSFA 12

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alabama's electors officially voted for Donald Trump and JD Vance, with Governor Kay Ivey praising the Electoral College's role in reflecting diverse state interests during the ceremony.  Alabama Daily News

HEALTH NEWS

  • A judge in Alabama dismissed a landmark wrongful death lawsuit concerning a frozen embryo, leading to legislative changes to protect IVF services after the state's Supreme Court recognized embryos as 'extrauterine children'.  Alabama Daily News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Montgomery Academy's revered volleyball coach, Julie Gordon, retires after 46 years, marking a celebrated career with 1,645 wins and numerous accolades including eight state championships.  WAKA 8

EVENTS

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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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  • A Christmas Carol at Alabama Shakespeare Festival

    A Christmas Carol is a theatrical performance taking place at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, offering an engaging holiday experience for attendees.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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  • Holiday Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon at Blount Cultural Park

    Participants can choose from various race distances while enjoying scenic routes and the chance to win awards and finisher medals.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • New Year's Eve Dinner and Countdown Celebration

    Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with a multi-course dinner, live music, and a midnight champagne toast at Taste in Montgomery.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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