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Monday, December 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Perry County PREP Center in Alabama successfully graduated its latest class of former inmates, highlighting its effective three-pronged approach to prevent recidivism through mental health, addiction treatment, and job training.  WSFA 12
  • After Lakeshia Johnson's unexpected passing, leaving behind seven children, Montgomery's community, led by local businesses and a GoFundMe campaign, provided her family with a new home, furnishings, and a van.  WSFA 12
  • A Montgomery family received an unforgettable Christmas surprise amidst a series of local fire incidents and charitable events.  WSFA 12
  • The Montgomery Zoo's 33rd annual Christmas Lights Festival features expanded light displays, nightly entertainment, and holiday attractions, running until December 31.  WAKA 8

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • An elderly woman tragically died following an early morning house fire in Montgomery, with the cause still under investigation.  WSFA 12

CULTURE NEWS

  • St. John's Episcopal Church in Montgomery hosted a celebrated Christmas concert featuring violin, cello, guitar, and organ, with a repertoire spanning from the 1600s to 1900s.  WAKA 8

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alabama Sen. April Weaver aims to introduce legislation in 2025 to elevate penalties for package thieves, potentially making repeated offenses felonies with up to 20-year sentences.  Alabama Daily News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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