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Thursday, September 05, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Sept. 5, 2024) — Montgomery County’s new Flatwood Community Center building officially opened Thursday. The grand reopening celebrates the completion of the center’s reconstruction, which followed the destruction of the previous facility by a tornado on Nov. 20, 2022.
The state-of-the-art facility serves as a vital hub for local activities and community gatherings,
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Wednesday, September 04, 2024
Montgomery, AL – The Montgomery Zoo and Montgomery Area Zoological Society (MAZS) are thrilled to announce the return of the WILDEST PARTY IN TOWN: Zoobilation. This year’s event will take place on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Montgomery Zoo. Gates will open at 6:00 PM for an evening filled with entertainment, culinary delights, and fundraising, all in support of one of the River Region’s
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Tuesday, September 03, 2024
MONTGOMERY, AL – Construction is underway at a site along Calmar Drive that will feature a brand-new community center, the Calmar Community Center. “Calmar Community Center will serve as a cornerstone of its community,” said City of Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed. “Part of the Montgomery Forward initiative, the center will be a place where residents can come together, share meals, and strengthen
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Tuesday, September 03, 2024
The Montgomery County Commission will officially open the new Flatwood Community Center Thursday. The center replaces the one destroyed during the tragic tornado outbreak of late 2022. Members of the County Commission and community will be on hand for the event.
LOCATION: Flatwood Community Center, 360 Williams Drive, Montgomery, AL 36110
DATE: Thursday September 5, 2024
TIME:
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Sunday, September 01, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (September 1, 2024) – The Council on Substance Abuse (COSA) is excited to announce its planned community events throughout September to recognize National Recovery Month. Observed nationally, National Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those in recovery from substance use and mental health, just as we celebrate improvements made by those who are managing other health
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Friday, August 16, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum will be open on Labor Day, Monday, September 2. We look forward to seeing you and your family enjoy this holiday exploring the great outdoors and the continents of the world while visiting the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum.
The Overlook Café will be having a special combo on the menu
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Wednesday, August 14, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (08/14/2024)- Montgomery County has been selected to join the prestigious Innovate Alabama Network.
The Innovate Alabama Network is a comprehensive resource to connect communities, nonprofits, and higher education institutions across Alabama fostering innovation in their local footprint. Through this designation program, Innovate Alabama recognizes those who are shaping the
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Friday, August 02, 2024
Montgomery, AL – August 2, 2024 – Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons (SOS) announces its plans to establish a new, state-of-the-art orthopedic surgery center designed to elevate patient care and outcomes in the River Region. This groundbreaking facility will feature advanced medical technology and innovative features to better serve the residents of Central Alabama. Located in peaceful Halcyon Summit,
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Tuesday, July 02, 2024
MONTGOMERY, AL- July 2, 2024- WSFA is reprising messaging that aired over thirty years ago at the start of each WSFA 12 News 10pm newscast. WSFA viewers will once again hear the statement: “Parents, it’s ten o’clock. Do you know where your children are? WSFA 12 News, helping protect our community.” This nightly message is intended to remind parents of the importance of monitoring their
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Monday, June 24, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (06/24/2024)- Effective this month, June 2024, the waste drop-off sites at Hope Hull and Pintlala are no longer a part of the Montgomery County Clean-Up Day program and are not open for waste drop-off. Signs have been posted at both sites noting the service change.
The five other locations: Mount Meigs, Pike Road, Pine Level, Ramer, and Flatwood will remain open during
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Thursday, June 20, 2024
WHO: Trenholm State Community College
WHAT: Trenholm State Community College in partnership with Alabama State University is proud to host the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) HBCU Scholars SOAR Summer Program. SOAR, which stands for Seeking Observing & Achieving Results, will provide 94 rising seniors from 17 states the opportunity to discover academic and career opportunities available
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is proud to announce the birth of male bison, Appa, on May 26, 2024. The baby and mother made their public debut on June 10, 2024 in the North America viewing exhibit with staff closely watching.
Appa is the first Bison birth at the Montgomery Zoo. He is the son of Sakari (mother) and Tank (father). Tank is 22 years old and Sakari is 11 years
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (June 18, 2024) – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that three of the firm’s practice areas have earned inaugural rankings in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 United States.
Bradley is recognized in the following practice areas:
Energy Litigation: Oil & Gas
Government Contracts
The firm’s Cannabis Industry team launched in 2019 and has a deep
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Friday, June 14, 2024
Montgomery, AL – June 14, 2024 – Jackson Thornton Asset Management (JTAM) is pleased to announce that it has again been named to the Accounting Today Wealth Magnets list.
The recently released 2024 list ranked CPA financial planning practices by assets under management (AUM) and featured 150 firms throughout the US. JTAM ranked 37th and has been featured in the rankings since 2021. Click here
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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
MONTGOMERY, AL — On June 15, 2024, the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) will unveil a new statue honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Legacy Plaza, across from the Legacy Museum. The statue will be the first full-sized sculpture of Dr. King in Montgomery. The statue will join the sculpture of civil rights legend Rosa Parks unveiled in February and a planned sculpture of the
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Friday, June 07, 2024
Cool Off This Summer at Kick Back Ranch with Newly Opened Water Slides! Ramer, Alabama – June 7, 2024 – Kick Back Ranch & Event Center, a premier 125-acre family getaway located just south of Montgomery, is thrilled to announce the seasonal opening of its thrilling water slides, marking the beginning of what promises to be an unforgettable summer season.
Kick Back Ranch & Event Center, known for
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
Montgomery Zoo for FREE on Military Appreciation Days, June 12-13, 2024. The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Montgomery, the Wright Flyers, Montgomery County Commission, and the Montgomery Zoo partner to hold this annual event that recognizes our nation’s men and women in military services.
Military Appreciation Days admission includes: (for registered military personnel and
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Tuesday, May 28, 2024
The Montgomery County Commission and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a press conference and media availability on May 30 to announce and kick off several summer programs for Montgomery County families.
Location: Elton N. Dean Sr. Park (7251 Old Selma Rd, Montgomery, AL 36108)
Date: Thursday May 30, 2024
Time: 11:00AM
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Thursday, May 23, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): Come celebrate Memorial Day at the Montgomery Zoo on May 27, 2024. The Montgomery Zoo is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors and learn about the animals throughout the world.
We will be open during our regular business hours from 9:00am – 5:00pm with our last admission at 4:00pm. Daily admission for adults is $18, for children $14, for seniors 65
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Thursday, May 23, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): Thrifty Tuesdays are back this summer at the Montgomery Zoo. Starting June 4 – July 30, every Tuesday we will offer ½ price admission after 12pm (noon) until 4pm.
We are excited to provide this discount to our River Region community and beyond. This is a great opportunity to visit our amazing park at an affordable rate while still enjoying everything the zoo
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Thursday, May 23, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (MAY 23, 2024) – Holler if you’re ready for some Summer Nights! Summer Nights at The Shoppes at EastChase will return every Thursday night in June from 7-9 PM for a free concert series, presented by Max Credit Union, near Sephora and H&M! Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family to enjoy a free, family friendly evening out at The Shoppes to kick
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024
MONTGOMERY PLANETARIUM (Montgomery, AL): New Saturday shows have arrived at the Montgomery Planetarium for the Spring. We have two new shows playing at the Planetarium which include “The Magic Treehouse: Space Mission” and “Extreme Planets.” Additionally, The Planetarium will be hosting Astronomy Day on May 18, 2024 from 10 am – 2pm.
The new schedule for Saturday shows includes the
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024
MONTGOMERY PLANETARIUM (Montgomery, AL): It is with regret that the Gayle Planetarium announces the cancellation of Astronomy Day, scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the Planetarium. This decision has been made due to technical difficulties with equipment.
We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused to our customers and the public. We are also cancelling the Saturday
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo invites everyone to join us for an exhilarating visit to our Spring Animal Enrichment Day on May 18, 10am – 3pm. Guests can explore the zoo and witness our animals interacting with a variety of creative and stimulating activities. This year’s theme is video games and our animals are ready to win big!
Visitors will be able to watch over 20
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is excited to host its Spring Magical Creatures Education Program on Saturday, May 18, 2023. The event will take place from 10 am to 12 pm.
This creative and educational event allows children and families to get up close and personal with animals from some very magical movies like Harry Potter and The Hobbit. Children will learn about
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Monday, May 13, 2024
(Montgomery, Ala.) – Hilltop Public House is hosting a special meet and greet with the Alabama Football Club South (AFC South). AFC South is Montgomery’s first semi-professional soccer team. This event will offer fans and friends the opportunity to mingle with players, coaches and other AFC South supporters. The meet and greet will be on Thursday, May 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
“We’re so
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Thursday, May 02, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (MAY 2, 2024) – The Shoppes at EastChase is pleased to announce the opening of its newest retailer, LoveSac! LoveSac is a furniture company known for its innovative and versatile products designed for comfort, sustainability, and style. This showroom will be Alabama’s 3rd location and will occupy more than 1,800 square feet.
“We are so excited to officially welcome LoveSac to the
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Monday, April 29, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): Montgomery, AL – The Montgomery Zoo will hold its annual Spring Zoo Volunteer Serve Day on May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Zoo is looking for volunteers from across the River Region to help with landscaping, trimming bushes, mulching, cleaning, and overall prepping the Zoo for upcoming events.
Volunteers at the Montgomery Zoo are very important and play a
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
THE SHOPPES AT EASTCHASE ANNOUNCES 20th ANNUAL FARMERS MARKETMONTGOMERY, Ala. (April 17, 2024) – Saturdays are for veggin’ at the Farmers Market at the Shoppes at EastChase! To kick off the 20th season, the market will hold a Grand Opening on Saturday, May 18th from 7 AM-12 PM near Sephora.
Since opening in 2004, the Shoppes at EastChase Farmers Market has grown every year and is now one of
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Friday, April 12, 2024
Furniture Manufacturer Teams up with Montgomery-based
Division 12 Consulting to Expand Regional Operations
Ecologic Furniture, in partnership with Montgomery-based Division 12 Consulting, is excited to announce the expansion of its warehouse operations in Montgomery, Ala.
This strategic move is designed to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency for Ecologic’s clientele in the
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Thursday, April 04, 2024
The City of Montgomery was awarded $3.9 Million by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in July 2021. The Advancing Health Literacy to Enhance Equitable Community Responses to COVID-19 grant seeks to demonstrate the effectiveness of local government implementation of evidence-based health literacy strategies that are culturally appropriate to
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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
The City of Montgomery was awarded $3.9 Million by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in July 2021. The Advancing Health Literacy to Enhance Equitable Community Responses to COVID-19 grant seeks to demonstrate the effectiveness of local government implementation of evidence-based health literacy strategies that are culturally appropriate to
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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum is thrilled to announce the return of the anticipated Dino Dig event to be held on April 6, 2024. Dino Dig offers an immersive experience for children, aged 4-12 years old, that indulges their curiosity and encourages them to explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs.
Participants will get to experience a
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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (MARCH 19, 2024) – The Shoppes at EastChase is pleased to announce its newest restaurant, Everbowl. The health-focused restaurant featuring acai bowls, pressed juices, and craft superfoods will open on March 29th near lululemon. The restaurant will be Alabama’s 1st location and will occupy more than 1,500 square feet.
“We are so excited to welcome Everbowl to our restaurant mix,”
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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (MARCH 19, 2024) – Raise the woof! The Shoppes at EastChase’s favorite fundraiser, Puppy Palooza, will return for its 7th year! This event will be held on Saturday, April 13th from 11AM – 2PM near Pies + Pints and will benefit the Montgomery Humane Society. This free, family-friendly event promises to be a paw-ty for dogs and owners alike!
“Puppy Palooza is one of our favorite
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Friday, March 15, 2024
New Child Care Benefits Propel Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama’s Commitment to its Automotive WorkforceMarch 15, 2024, Montgomery, Alabama – Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) is proud to announce a partnership with TOOTRiS, the nation’s leading Child Care solutions provider, to provide Child Care Benefits to its automotive workforce. This strategic alliance underscores HMMA's
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Thursday, March 14, 2024
MONTGOMERY, ALA., March 14, 2024 – For the third year in a row, female workers at Four Star Freightliner gathered for a retreat to strengthen their bond, increase their knowledge in essential workplace skills, and learn important life-saving lessons.
"EmpowHERment" was the theme for the retreat held at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Ga. on March 7 & 8. The idea came from the Human Resources
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Saturday, March 09, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO, MONTGOMERY, AL: Get excited for the most sensational weekend of the year, Montgomery Zoo’s 48th Annual Zoo Weekend. This year’s Zoo Weekend will be held on Saturday and Sunday March 16-17 at the Montgomery Zoo. Zoo Weekend dates back to the mid-70s and the success of this event allows the zoo to grow and build new exhibits. This year, the funds raised during Zoo Weekend will be
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Thursday, March 07, 2024
Maximized Growth, LLC Spearheads Leadership Excellence with First Graduating Class of Leadership Academy of Dixie Electric, Heating, Air and Plumbing
Montgomery, AL – In collaboration with Maximized Growth, LLC, Dixie Electric is proud to announce the successful graduation of its inaugural class from the Maximized Growth Leadership Academy. These distinguished graduates have completed an
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Thursday, March 07, 2024
(Montgomery, Ala.) – Hilltop Public House is painting the town green this St. Patrick’s Day with an entire weekend dedicated to Irish music, cocktails, food and fun. Starting on Friday and going all the way to Sunday, Hilltop will be hosting many events for everyone.
The party kicks off Friday, March 15 at 5:00 with a family friendly night on the Hill. All the way from Birmingham, Celtic band
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Wednesday, March 06, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (03/06/2024)- In a bid to promote literacy and encourage reading, the Montgomery County Commission is proud to announce the installation of 14 new Little Free Libraries across the County!
The small weatherproof sharing boxes allow residents to take a book to read or leave a book for others to enjoy. This encourages reading and literacy, while also promoting a sense of
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Tuesday, March 05, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (MARCH 5, 2024) – Welcome in everyone’s favorite season and join us for The Spring Edit at The Shoppes at EastChase! The Spring Edit will feature live music by Wesley Hill, pop-up vendors, exclusive shopping pass, and giveaways at the EastChase tent near the fountain on Thursday, March 14th from 6 PM – 7:30 PM.
It wouldn’t be a celebration of spring without a colorful new mural,
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Friday, March 01, 2024
March 1, 2024 – Montgomery, AL – Jackson Thornton (JT), a certified public accounting and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Montgomery-based MST CPAs & Advisors will join the firm, effective March 1, 2024.
The merger will offer MST’s clients an expanded depth of services while maintaining the personalized service for which the firm is known. MST was founded in 2014 by
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Friday, March 01, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO, MONTGOMERY, AL: Embark on a wild adventure at the 48th Annual Zoo Weekend, taking place at the Montgomery Zoo on Saturday and Sunday, March 16-17, from 9am - 6pm daily, with the last admission at 5pm. Bring your friends and family to the festive spring fundraiser, where the Montgomery Zoo will be transformed into a vibrant carnival atmosphere.
Experience the excitement with
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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
During the February General Membership Meeting, the Junior League of Montgomery donated $1,000 to support Trenholm State Community College’s Councill Food Pantry to Combat Student Food Insecurity.
“Trenholm State Community College has been a long-time supporter of the Junior League of Montgomery’s efforts, allowing us to deepen our community impact; we were eager to find a way to support the
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (02/21/2024)- The Montgomery County Commission adopted a resolution Tuesday encouraging residents to go to the polls on March 5, 2024, to make their voices heard on Amendment 1
Since 1984, the Alabama Constitution has required that no legislation be considered by the Legislature until both of the State’s annual budgets are passed and delivered to the Governor. There is an
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Friday, February 09, 2024
The Montgomery Area Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MAC/MOAA) annual Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held on April 11th at the Arrowhead Country Club.
Registration begins at 1030, Lunch from 1100-1230, shotgun start at 1:00. This tournament is open to all.
Proceeds from the Tournament fund the Chapter’s Scholarship program, which has awarded over a quarter million dollars
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Monday, February 05, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Sweethearts Day than with a wild day of adventure and fun at the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum? This special event is set to take place on Saturday, February 10, from 9 am to 4 pm.
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience! Moms, bring your sons; dads, bring your daughters, and spend a delightful
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Spherion's Sandy Mazur Scholarship Applications are now open to anyone who is pursuing higher education! Go to spherion.com/sandymazur to learn more or apply! Applications are open now through April 30th.
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Thursday, January 25, 2024
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (01/25/2024)- Montgomery County is proud to announce the installation of 12 new dedicated parking spots for combat-wounded veterans.
Located strategically near entrances, the spaces ensure ease of access for wounded veterans visiting County parks and Probate/Revenue Annex facilities.
The spaces are marked with easily recognizable signage featuring the Purple Heart medal, the
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Monday, January 22, 2024
(Montgomery, Ala) – The spirit of Mardi Gras is taking over at Hilltop Public House! The two-week celebration begins on Tuesday, January 30 and concludes with a huge Fat Tuesday celebration on Tuesday, February 13. Guests can enjoy New Orleans inspired cocktails, jazz and blues music and, of course, decorations that will be sure to get the good times rolling.
Hilltop Public House will be THE
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Thursday, January 18, 2024
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The W.A Gayle is proud to announce the re-opening of the planetarium along with the recent appointment of the new Planetarium Coordinator, William “Lee” Tinker. The grand reopening event will take place on January 27, 2023. The event is free to all.
The opening day event schedule includes the following:
10:00 AM - Meet and Greet with public (opportunity to
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Friday, January 12, 2024
Robert Broach, III located at Parsons Broach Financial Services, 4121 Carmichael Road, Suite 305, was recently named a member of the 2023 Executive Council II. This marks the 4t h consecutive year that Mr. Broach has qualified for this important recognition.
Mr. Broach, who joined Raymond James in 2011 to partner with Todd Parsons and open an independent office for Raymond James. They offer a
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Thursday, January 11, 2024
Montgomery, AL. (January 11, 2024) — Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors has relocated downtown to Montgomery’s Central Business District. As of January 2, 2024, the Montgomery team is operating out of a new workspace at 105 Tallapoosa Street, Suite 300, Montgomery, Alabama 36104.
The new Montgomery office location is in the historic Winter Loeb Building, which was built in 1903 and features
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024
Tyner joined Beasley Allen Law Firm in October 2017. He works in the firm’s Fraud Section, primarily handling whistleblower lawsuits, class action lawsuits, and business litigation.
Tyner was named by The National Trial Lawyers to the Alabama Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers List, an honor given to only a select group of lawyers for their superior skills and qualifications in the
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Tuesday, December 19, 2023 – Caddell Construction has announced the promotion of two new vice presidents. Clint MacDonald has been promoted to vice president / market leader – justice. Todd Roy has been promoted to vice president – international.
According to President Mac Caddell, the move is a logical next step in the company’s steady growth. “Our international
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Monday, December 11, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is excited for another few weeks of lights, visits with Santa, live entertainment and more. Come visit the 32nd Annual Christmas Lights Festival at the Montgomery Zoo for a walk through a winter wonderland.
Zoo gates open nightly at 5:30 p.m. with the last admission at 9:00 p.m. Each admission includes entry to Zoo, the Christmas Tree
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Friday, December 01, 2023
Montgomery, AL, December 1, 2023 – KultureCity has partnered with the Montgomery Museum of
Fine Arts (MMFA) to make the Museum more sensory inclusive. This new initiative will promote an
accommodating and positive experience for all guests with a sensory issue that visits the Museum.
The certification process entailed the staff at the MMFA attending training on how to recognize those
guests
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Montgomery, AL- The Mayor’s Young Professional Council will host a panel on Monday, December 4th at 4pm at The Lab on Dexter, aiming to delve into the significance of the evolving role of Millennials and Gen Z in shaping the political landscape through participation in civic engagement and voting power. As Millennials and Gen Z increasingly assume the majority of eligible voters, understanding
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is excited to announce the return of Christmas Lights Festival. The 32nd annual tradition will commence on December 1st at 6:00p.m. and will run thru December 25th.
Experience a Winter Wonderland at the Montgomery Zoo’s Christmas Lights Festival, featuring thousands of sparkling lights and festive decorations. Whether you prefer a leisurely
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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Santa Claus is Coming to Hilltop Public House
Hilltop Public House to host several holiday events
(Montgomery, Ala.) – We’ve checked the list twice and Santa has put Hilltop on the nice list!
This Sunday, December 3 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Santa Claus will be at Hilltop Public
House for photos, brunch and more. This is a family friendly event for all ages. Photos with
Santa will be $10
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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum announces Dino Dig event to be held on November 18, 2023. Dino Dig is an education program geared towards children, aged 4-10 years old, to indulge their curiosity and learn about the fascinating world of dinosaurs.
Participants will get to experience a realistic archaeological dig, discover historic bones,
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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
(Montgomery, Ala) – Miracle at Hilltop is opening its doors Monday, November 20 at 5:00 p.m. with a ribbon cutting by the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce. Just in time for the Holiday season, Miracle at Hilltop promises a holiday experience unlike any other! Hilltop Public House will transform into a festive and over-the-top Holiday bar with extravagant decorations, professionally developed
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): Montgomery, AL – The Montgomery Zoo will hold its annual Fall Zoo Volunteer Serve Day on November 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Zoo is looking for volunteers from across the River Region to help with landscaping, trimming bushes, planting flowers, raking leaves, painting, and overall prepping the Zoo for upcoming events.
Volunteers at the Montgomery Zoo
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Monday, November 13, 2023
MEDIA ADVISORY: Trenholm State Community College to open The Councill Food Pantry
WHO: Trenholm State Community College
WHAT: Trenholm State Community College invites you to the soft opening of its student food pantry. A new initiative addressing food insecurity in the college community.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 10am
WHERE: Trenholm State Community College, Trenholm
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Thursday, November 09, 2023
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that the 97-room Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East and 91-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Montgomery have completed renovations. All guestrooms and public spaces at the hotels were upgraded to include all new seating, lighting, flooring, wall coverings, furniture, window
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Tuesday, November 07, 2023
Seay, Seay & Litchfield Architects (SS&L) proudly announces receipt of prestigious awards presented to two staff members at the AIA Alabama Conference on Architecture.
Mr. Jimmy Seay, Jr., AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, is the recipient of the esteemed AIA Alabama Gold Medal of Honor. This prestigious award recognizes Seay's consistent visionary leadership and outstanding service to the architectural
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Thursday, November 02, 2023
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS),
announces the retirement of founding Chief Financial Officer, William “Bud” Foshee, effective
after the filing of the Form 10-K in February of 2024. Kirk Pressley has been appointed as
successor to the role of CFO.
“Bud has guided us through our formation and initial stock sale of $35 million to
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): During Veterans Appreciation Week, The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum will offer discounted admissions to all active duty, retired military, and veterans beginning November 5th through November 11th.
During Veterans Appreciation Week, all veterans, retired, and active-duty military personnel and their dependent family members will receive 50%
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Monday, October 30, 2023
MEDIA ADVISORY: Trenholm State Community College to host EmpowerHER Manufacturing Day
WHO: Trenholm State Community College
WHAT: Trenholm State Community College will host EmpowerHER Manufacturing Day for area high school girls.
WHEN: Monday, October 30, 2023, at 9am
WHERE: Trenholm State Community College, Patterson site – Building D, 3920 Troy Highway.
BACKGROUND: Trenholm State Community
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Friday, October 27, 2023
MEDIA ADVISORY: Trenholm State Community College to host EmpowerHER Manufacturing Day
WHO: Trenholm State Community College
WHAT: Trenholm State Community College will host EmpowerHER Manufacturing Day for area high school girls.
WHEN: Monday, October 30, 2023, at 9am
WHERE: Trenholm State Community College, Patterson site – Building D, 3920 Troy Highway.
BACKGROUND: Trenholm State Community
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Thursday, October 19, 2023
River Bank & Trust to Open in Pike Road
River Region President Gene Crane is pleased to announce plans for a River Bank & Trust office in the Pike Road community. The bank has acquired a prime location at the southeast corner of Pike Road and Vaughn Road.
"Pike Road has experienced remarkable growth, which we believe will benefit the entire River Region," says Crane. "We will be a
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
(Montgomery, Ala.) – It’s time to get in the Christmas spirits! Hilltop Public House has been selected as Alabama’s third Miracle Pop-Up bar. Miracle at Hilltop is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive environment. With kitschy and extravagant holiday decorations, professionally developed cocktails and the nostalgic energy of the best holiday party,
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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Montgomery, AL, October 17, 2023 – The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) has been awarded $280,000 by the Art Bridges Foundation, the national arts nonprofit founded by philanthropist Alice Walton, as part of their “Access for All” initiative. These funds will enable the MMFA to offer free programs through December 2026. The new initiative aims to increase access to museums across the country
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Thursday, October 12, 2023
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS),
is pleased to announce its inclusion in the D.A. Davidson’s Inaugural Best-of-Breed Bison report,
a prestigious recognition that underscores the bank’s commitment to excellence and long-term
success.
In an inaugural industry report released on September 28, 2023, D.A. Davidson named
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Thursday, October 12, 2023
Trenholm State Community College has been admitted into the Innovate Alabama Network and has received a grant in excess of $240,000 to expand its Automotive Service Program to focus on Electric Vehicle (EV) maintenance.
Innovate Alabama is a statewide public-private partnership whose mission is to assist innovators in establishing roots in Alabama through a focus on entrepreneurship,
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Tuesday, October 03, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum announces Dino Dig event to be held on October 7, 2023. Dino Dig is an education program geared towards children, aged 4-10 years old, to indulge their curiosity and learn about the fascinating world of dinosaurs.
Participants will get to experience a realistic archaeological dig, discover historic bones,
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Tuesday, October 03, 2023
Montgomery, AL, October 3, 2023 – This fall, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts’ temporary
galleries will feature more than 30 exquisite paintings on loan from the Columbia Museum of Art in
Columbia, South Carolina. On view from October 13, 2023, through January 7, 2024, European
Splendors: Old Master Paintings from the Kress Collection contains works from Columbia’s Kress
Collection along
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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts today announced that color blind visitors are now able to borrow EnChroma glasses for color blindness during visits to the museum.
One in 12 men (8%) and one in 200 women (.5%) are color blind—13 million in the US, 30 million in Europe, and 350 million worldwide. With an annual attendance of over 40,000 visitors and growing, an estimated 1,700 guests to the
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Friday, September 22, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum will be hosting the Ballet and the Beasts on Friday, September 29, 2023. This is a free performance presented by the Montgomery Ballet, in cooperation with Troy University, Alabama State University, and the Montgomery Symphony.
This year’s presentation of Ballet and the Beasts will be a five-part performance
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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
MONTGOMERY – Gigi’s Cupcakes will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate moving to its new location………just across the street, and right inside Chappy’s Deli Peppertree.
The Montgomery Chamber of Commerce event will be held at Chappy’s Deli/Gigi’s Peppertree, 8141 Vaughn Road, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 10 AM.
The Barranco family and the Chappy’s Deli team acquired Gigi’s Cupcakes
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Thursday, September 14, 2023
WHEN: Monday, September 18, 2023
WHERE: Multiplex at Cramton Bowl – 1037 Pelham St., Montgomery, Alabama
WHAT: The Junior League of Montgomery (JLM) will host the 38th Annual College + Career Fair. For 38 years, the Junior League of Montgomery has hosted the largest college and career fair in the River Region. With over 90 expected college and career representatives, the fair allows a wide
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Monday, August 28, 2023
Montgomery, Ala.—The Huntingdon College Office of Admission has announced three upcoming MUST SEE HC Preview Days planned for the 2023–2024 academic year. Dates are Saturday, October 14, and Saturday, November 11, 2023; and Monday, February 19, 2024. The events will begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at approximately 12:45 p.m. During fall dates, prospective families are invited to attend the 1:00 p.m.
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Friday, August 11, 2023
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo has two upcoming events on August 26: Conservation Car Wash and Zoo Volunteer Serve Day. The Conservation Car Wash is a great opportunity for guests to come by and get a car wash by the zoo staff and volunteers. Serve Day allows volunteers to help out the zoo and give back to our community.
The Montgomery Zoo is looking for volunteers for Zoo
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