Pike Road welcomes new McDonald’s restaurant
After months of construction, McDonald’s has now opened in Pike Road.
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Montgomery church contributing to the fight against cancer
Montgomery’s New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is contributing to the fight against cancer.
City of Montgomery honors new 911 communications graduates
The City of Montgomery is recognizing seven graduates who are now certified to be emergency 911 dispatchers and operators.
Federal Court in Montgomery forced to close on Fridays because of government shutdown
The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has announced that it will be closed on Fridays until the federal government shutdown ends.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron enters lieutenant governor’s race
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has announced that he’s entering the Republican race for lieutenant governor in next year’s elections.
Montgomery police make arrest in fatal shooting
Montgomery police have charged a suspect with a fatal shooting that happened in August.
Selma man killed in multi-vehicle crash in Lowndes County
A Selma man has been killed in a crash that involved several other vehicles on U.S. Highway 80 in Lowndes County.
$50,000 Question: Should Montgomery’s Mayor Need Council Approval for Big Contracts?
Calhoun and Szymanski sparred over the mayor’s contract powers as they weighed oversight vs. efficiency.
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for Lt. Governor, Attorney General and Secretary of State
Our political analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into what he believes will be some of the most competitive races in Campaign 2026.
Local political leaders address Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
Three of this area’s top political leaders have addressed the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce about key issues they are facing.
