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LACEUP Highlights – Week Nine

  AHSAA Football Scoreboard Saturday’s Results Enterprise 16, Jeff Davis 0 – halftime score (currently at the half at noon in the game being played at Cramton Bowl) Friday’s Results (Includes Thursday games) CLASS 7A Alma Bryant 20, Davidson 10 Auburn 45, Smiths Station 14 Austin 52, Albertville 21 Central-Phenix City 49, Dothan 13 Daphne 34, Murphy 0 Fairhope 24, Baker…

MPD: Suspect Arrested in Tuesday Morning Shooting in Montgomery

Montgomery police is investigating a shooting that occurred early Tuesday, October 13 around 9:30 am. At the scene, in the 2200 block of West Fairview Avenue, police located a man suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.  Further investigation determined the shooting happened n the 2200 block of Hercules Street. David Lewis, 37, turned himself to police following a brief standoff….

MPD Celebrates National Faith & Blue Weekend

Church of Highlands on Taylor Road partnered with the Montgomery Police Department to celebrate National Faith & Blue Weekend. A few weeks ago, some law enforcement leaders extended an olive branch to communities of color by announcing the most comprehensive police-community outreach project in history. This weekend, the National Faith & Blue Weekend will hold more than 500 community events in…

JLM Hosting Annual ‘Holiday Market’ Fundraiser Week

The Junior League of Montgomery is hosting its 32nd annual ‘Holiday Market’ fundraiser this week. Since Wednesday, the week has consisted of a pop-up shop, spirit night, and girl’s night out. Tomorrow, Oct. 10, will be their Virtual Santa Day and Sunday, Oct. 11, will be the last day to shop at their Virtual Silent Auction. For more information, please…

One Dead in Early Morning Shooting in Montgomery

Montgomery Police is investigating the city’s 49th murder of 2020. Capt. Saba Coleman says 19-year-old Kevontae Blount of Montgomery was shot in the 3000 block of Kelly Circle around 4:30 AM. Once police and fire medics arrived on the scene, Blount had sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced dead on the scene. No arrests have been made at…

Halloween Events Happening In River Region

HALLOWEEN: Many Halloween events around Montgomery have been cancelled due to the pandemic. Though all hope is not lost, the Montgomery Sheriff’s office and Penton Farms decided to continue on with their events with COVID safety measures in place. The annual Sheriff’s office ‘Spooktacular’ event will be a drive thru event held on the evening of Halloween. Families participating will…

Two Fraternities Join to Deliver Meals to MPS Students

GOOD IN THE COMMUNITY: On Wednesday, Oct. 7th members of Alpha Phi Alpha and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity joined together to deliver meals to Lanier High students. The members delivered almost 50 breakfast and lunch bags to families. The fraternities have been providing meals for students every Wednesday through Friday for the last month. Alpha Phi Alpha member, Manuel Williams…

Montgomery Car Dealership Donates Van to Injured Police Officer Carlos Taylor

Some great news for Montgomery police officer Carlos Taylor and his family. You may remember he was severely injured in a 2017 car wreck and for years, the Taylor family has been raising money for a wheelchair accessible van to help get Carlos to and from appointments. Until Wednesday, the family has had to call an ambulance every time Carlos…

First “Street Dining on Dexter” Held to Support Downtown Restaurants

The first-ever Street Dining on Dexter was hosted by the City of Montgomery and Downtown Business Association. The event featured art vendors, live music, and extra tables with seating around the Court Square Fountain for residents to go out and enjoy the scenery. While in midst of the pandemic the city is searching for ways to support local businesses, “This…

How a Local Massage Therapy Business Stays Afloat During COVID

We’re approaching month seven since Alabama saw its first COVID case. Peaceful Solutions Massage Therapy has been in business in Montgomery for years, but when the pandemic hit, it affects a business that operates by touch a lot harder– Both physically and financially. “I didn’t quit working because the governor told me to. I quit working because I wanted my…