What's Happening: February 6-8
With the calendar now flipped over to February, there is a lot of things happening in the River Region.
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Prattville Elementary School launches movement-based learning
The 'Read and Ride' program is a movement-based learning and behavior incentive program that was made possible by a donation from Whataburger.
Montgomery Whitewater gearing up for a fun February
The whitewater facility will hold its Valentine's Day Run and Polar Plunge on February 14.Â
Faulkner University to hold annual Sweetheart Concert
The Faulkner University Department of Music is holding its free Sweetheart Concert on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:00 p.m.Â
Overturned SUV found in Autauga Creek
Firefighters responded around 12:16 Thursday morning to the 100 block of West Main Street.
Montgomery man pleads guilty to federal firearm charges
A sentencing hearing will be scheduled at a later date.
City of Montgomery to open warming center due to expected cold temperatures
The Warming Center is located at the Crump Center at 1751 Congressman Dickinson Drive.Â
MPS launches pilot program aimed at students' emotional health
The Life Be Life-ing App helps students build resilience, confidence and emotional strength.Â
Montgomery Man Shot While Working; Court Records Show Suspect Was Out On Bail
Court records show the suspect is currently out on bail in a separate case in which he is accused of shooting a 36-year-old man in the leg on Coliseum Boulevard in December 2024.
Man out on bond arrested in shooting on Upper Wetumpka Road
According to court records, Maull was out on bond for separate shooting that took place in 2024.
Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham named National Sheriff of the Year
Sheriff Cunningham was chosen from more than 3,000 sheriffs nationwide.Â
Vicki Lammon, owner of Vicki's Lunch Van, passes away
The owner of a well-known burger restaurant in Montgomery has died.
AUM hosts American College Theatre Festival
The festival features live performances, hands-on workshops, and professional development sessions led by working theatre professionals.
Montgomery Art Guild Members’ Show Opens Sunday in Downtown Montgomery
Art lovers are invited to a free reception which will showcase dozens of works by Montgomery Art Guild members on Sunday, February 8.
Man injured in Montgomery shooting
Police tell Action 8 that officers responded around 3:37 p.m. Tuesday to the 2000 block of Upper Wetumpka Road in reference to a person shot.
Two people injured, suspects arrested after Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating after two people were shot Tuesday evening.
YMCA Opens Registration for Stride for Kids Race and Spring Soccer
The YMCA's 13th annual Stride for Kids Race is set for April 11, 2026, and will include a 5K and a one-mile fun run.
WATCH: Mayor Steven Reed outlines city progress so far in 2026
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed says the city is experiencing positive momentum in public safety, emergency response, infrastructure investment, housing affordability and downtown development.
Mardi Gras Festivities Roll Into Millbrook This Weekend
The Millbrook Revelers will host the largest Mardi Gras celebration north of Mobile with more than 60 vendors on site.
Local Artists Asked to Share Montgomery’s Story for Black History Month
Selected pieces will be exhibited February 13–28, 2026, at the Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library.
First business opens at new Merry Corners shopping center in Pike Road
The first of several businesses has now opened in the new Merry Corners shopping center in Pike Road.
U.S. Supreme Court to consider whether to hear Alabama case on panhandling
The U.S. Supreme Court could take up a case about whether panhandling can be banned. It's a debate with a Montgomery connection.
Alabama Boys Foundation holds gala to raise money for literacy programs
Hundreds of people gathered at the RSA Activity Center for inaugural Alabama Boys Foundation fundraising gala
Montgomery staple featured in new documentary
Many people came out to the Capri Theatre in Montgomery to see a special viewing of a documentary about the famous Chris' Hot Dogs on Sunday.
