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HBCU CARES Appoints Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as Executive Director

Wednesday, April 30 by Terry Barber

HBCU CARES Appoints Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as Executive DirectorBirmingham, AL — HBCU CARES, a leading coalition committed to advancing the impact and innovation of Historically Black Colleges, Community Colleges, and Universities across Alabama, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as its... Read More.

Congressman Shomari Figures Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Rural Hospitals

Tuesday, April 29 by Terry Barber

Figures, Jack Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Rural Hospitals WASHINGTON – Today, Reps. Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) and Brian Jack (GA-03) introduced the bipartisan Rural Hospital Stabilization Act of 2025, a bill to provide financial support to rural hospitals in Alabama, Georgia and across... Read More.

FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIRS RETURN FROM THE WELLNESS COALITION

Tuesday, April 8 by Terry Barber

THE WELLNESS COALITION’S FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIRS RETURN TO MONTGOMERY, MACON, LOWNDES COUNTIES IN APRIL, MAY, JUNE “A Tour of Wellness” events will feature local organizations and vendors with free refreshments,health and wellness services, and activities for the entire family.Montgomery, Ala. – The Wellness Coalition is... Read More.

Tax Holiday Tomorrow for Severe Weather Preparedness

Thursday, February 20 by Terry Barber

Governor Ivey Reminds Alabamians to Take Part in Annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey today reminded Alabamians about the upcoming Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. It will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2025, and concludes at... Read More.

Blighted Governor’s House Hotel to be Demolished

Wednesday, February 12 by Terry Barber

Blighted Property Demolition to Begin with Former MONTGOMERY, Alabama – The former Governor’s House Hotel & Convention Center is slated to be demolished as part of a larger project by the City of Montgomery to clean up blighted properties. The demolition of the... Read More.

Gunter Annex Changing Traffic Patterns

Monday, February 10 by Terry Barber

Attention Maxwell Gunter Annex Visitors:Starting 10 February, please be aware of changing traffic patterns at the Gunter Annex Congressman Dickenson Gate for the immediate future.• As you approach the installation gate please have your ID ready and follow the direction of our Defenders• Lanes... Read More.

New Deputy Director at Montgomery Zoo

Monday, February 10 by Terry Barber

Heather Price Joins the Montgomery Zoo as the New Deputy DirectorMONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is proud to announce the addition of Heather Price as its new Deputy Director. With 20 years of experience in animal care and zoological management, Heather brings a... Read More.

MLK Parade Rescheduled

Thursday, February 6 by Terry Barber

The MLK PARADE has been reschedule for February 17th, 2025 starting time 10:00 a.m. to register please visit www.mlkday.com or contact Twila Webster- (334) 538-7318 / Cubie Rae Hayes at (334) 462-1363. There is No Registration Fee.

Alabama 4th Grade Scores are moving upward Nationally

Wednesday, January 29 by Terry Barber

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Governor Ivey Announces Alabama’s Rank in 4th Grade Math Moves from 52nd to 32nd; Rank in 4th Grade Reading Moves from 49th to 34th During Her Term MONTGOMERY – Results just released from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), commonly known as America’s Report Card,... Read More.

Road Conditions Wednesday Jan 22

Wednesday, January 22 by Terry Barber

From Montgomery County EMA Road advisory report. We are aware of some heavily iced spots and street crews are in full force sanding roads. Day St, Atlanta Hwy, Perry Hill Rd, Troy Hwy, the Blvd, on and off ramps on 85 and 65. Conditions are... Read More.

City Offices Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

Monday, January 20 by Terry Barber

City of Montgomery Announces Office ClosuresDue to Inclement Winter Weather Montgomery, AL – Due to the forecasted threat of inclement winter weather, all City of Montgomery offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. This decision prioritizes the safety and well-being of employees... Read More.

Friday, January 17 by Terry Barber

Weekend Weather Forecast from Montgomery County EMA An Arctic air mass will move into Central Alabama Sunday night. Temperatures by Monday morning will drop as low as 11-19 degrees across the area, with dangerous wind chills in the single digits to near... Read More.