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Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery veteran Robert Harper, who served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, celebrated his 100th birthday yesterday at Rehab First Capitol Hill; his milestone marks a century of service and faith in his community. WAKA 8
- ➤ The Central Alabama Aging Consortium hosted its annual Christmas party for seniors, offering a festive gathering that locals look forward to each year. The event celebrated the holiday season with community spirit. WSFA 12
- ➤ Montgomery police are hosting the 'Shop with a Cop' event today to brighten the holiday season for local kids — the event lets children shop with officers and enjoy a festive community experience. WSFA 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Denson’s Bridal, a 64-year-old family-run shop that dressed local brides, will close at the end of January after long-time owner Betty Denson passed away — the store is offering 25-50% off and inviting the community to remember her legacy. WSFA 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WSFA 12 News broadcast its annual reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, featuring staff (and their families) in a festive retelling. The cherished tradition brought holiday cheer to local viewers yesterday. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Faulkner University celebrated a milestone as three nursing students accepted apprenticeships with Baptist Health in Montgomery and Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma yesterday — the first nurse apprenticeship signing day for the university, which offers paid on-the-job clinical experience as part of Alabama’s competitive student nurse apprentice program. WAKA 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama earned 487,937 new credentials from 2018 to 2025 and came within 12,000 of Gov. Ivey's 500,000 target despite pandemic hurdles, while state officials plan to build on this progress with continued workforce initiatives. Alabama Daily News
- ➤ Montgomery County Commission announced the first phase of a new swiftwater rescue training program to boost emergency response preparedness at Montgomery Whitewater. The program will equip first responders with essential skills for swiftwater operations. The Montgomery Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Mental Health advises residents to speak with a doctor if they feel unusually tired, isolated, or notice changes in appetite as days grow shorter + Kim Hammack emphasized that seasonal affective disorder is a chemical imbalance that needs proper treatment and urged those in crisis to call or text 988. WSFA 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Woodcock hunting season begins today with a three-bird daily limit as birds migrate south from northern states. Sportsmen can check public lands such as the Mobile-Tensaw Delta and other WMAs (like Upper Delta WMA) for promising spots. Alabama Daily News
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PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Check for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive classroom training and extensive resources.
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Tierra Cali and Humberto Plancarte Live in Montgomery
9 p.m. — Noches Latinas — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with regional music and vibrant performances from top artists.
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New Year's Celebration at YMCA Camp Chandler
Dec 30 1:30 PM – Jan 1 1:00 PM — YMCA Camp Chandler — Cost info not specified — Ring in the New Year Camp Chandler Style with festivities for all ages.
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EJ Jones Live at SugaRay's
4:00 PM – 9:30 PM — SugaRay's — Ages 21+ — Experience the soulful sounds of EJ Jones performing his hit single “Gas Station” live.
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PMP Certification Training Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — Alabama State University — Tuition required — Enhance your project management skills and ensure a 100% pass rate on the PMP exam.
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