Ivy Foundation of Montgomery to host Derby Drawdown benefiting local youth
The event, which coincides with the Kentucky Derby, will take place on Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa.Â
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“Largest capital project in history” coming to Auburn’s Jordan-Hare Stadium
The Auburn University Board of Trustees has approved major improvements to Jordan-Hare Stadium, which are being called “the largest and most significant capital project” in the stadium’s history.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks
Ford is recalling about 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks in the U.S. because of a gearshift issue that may lead to the loss of control and a crash.
Fight outside Opelika restaurant leads to gunfire, police chase, arrests
A large fight outside an Opelika restaurant has led to three arrests and one person suffering a gunshot wound.
Federal agency approves concept for President Trump’s plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington
President Trump’s design for the Triumphal Arch he wants built at an entrance to the nation’s capital has moved a step forward after a key agency reviewed the proposal for the first time.
What’s Happening: April 17-19
The weather will be warm and sunny, which makes it a perfect weekend to take in all kinds of events in the River Region!
Faulkner University working to keep teen drivers safe on the road
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which is one reason why Faulkner University wants to help teenage drivers stay safe when they hit the road.
Tuskegee University to host small animal health fair
The College of Veterinary Medicine is hosting the 2026 Small Animal Health Fair on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tuskegee University Veterinary Teaching Hospital on Hospital Road in Tuskegee.Â
YMCA of Greater Montgomery encourages kids to stay healthy this summer
The YMCA is hosting its annual Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Wilson YMCA on Wilson Park Drive.
Suspect dead in deputy-involved shooting in Lee County
Investigators say the suspect, identified as 36-year-old Wilder Cobon Gomez, a Guatemalan national, fired at deputies, hitting one in the arm.Â
