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Montgomery airport honors ‘the few who flew’ in civil rights-era Freedom Rides

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Most people across the South have heard of the Freedom Rides that challenged segregation on buses and trains. However, organizers in Montgomery are shining a light on a lesser-known chapter of the movement: Freedom Riders who took to the skies. Montgomery Regional Airport, in partnership with.
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MPS announces new after-school program at 5 Montgomery schools

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Five schools in the Montgomery area will offer 21st Century Community Learning Centers for the new school year. Montgomery Public Schools announced that all centers will provide students with engaging, high-quality after-school learning opportunities designed to extend learning beyond the trad
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The Commodores to perform at Alabama National Fair

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A legendary Motown and R&B band, The Commodores, will perform in Montgomery during the Alabama National Fair. The Commodores formed in 1968 while members attended Tuskegee Institute in Alabama and were discovered by Motown founder Berry Gordy and later rose to international fame. For more than
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Lowndesboro Fire Department responds to rollover crash on US Highway 80

First responders advise motorists to use caution Saturday morning, July 25, while agencies work to clear a crash scene. According to Lowndesboro Fire Department Assistant Chief Dennis Blair said a Ford car left the roadway, rolling over multiple times at milemarker 110, US Highway 80. The vehicle was heading west at th
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‘Vote like your life depends on it’: Montgomery Police Chief slams justice system over...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - For months, Montgomery Police Chief Jim Graboys has been telling anyone who will listen that too many violent offenders are being let out of jail too soon on bond and probation, and it continues to create problems for his department. At his July monthly press conference,...
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New Life Church delivers 150 foster care bundles, launches effort to support children in...

For a child entering foster care, the first moments of an unfamiliar journey can be filled with uncertainty. Thanks to the generosity of New Life Church in Millbrook, 150 children in Elmore and Autauga counties will begin that journey with something of their own: a suitcase filled with essentials, comfort and hope.
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Prattville City Council approves $2.3 million pay plan for city employees

Prattville city employees will receive updated pay beginning this fall after the Prattville City Council unanimously approved an updated Classification and Compensation Plan during its July 23 meeting. The plan, which takes effect Oct. 4, 2026, includes an estimated $2.3 million investment in employee salaries and bene
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Full video: Montgomery police chief holds monthly media briefing

Chief Graboys discussed pedestrian safety, bail reform, Flock cameras and more in his July meeting with the media.
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ASU and Universal Connection Backpack Giveaway Set for August

A free backpack giveaway will take place next month in Montgomery thanks to a partnership between Alabama State University and Universal Connection. ASU Student Life Coordinator Latasha Bell suggests families come early on August 15, 2026. Joshua West Chief Executive Officer Universal Connections and Michael Richardson
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Warrant Officer Training School graduates first four at Maxwell AFB

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE — The Air Force Warrant Officer Training School graduated the first class of its Air Force Train, Advise, Coach Officer (AFTAC) program July 15. The two-week course prepares the cadre responsible for training the Air Force's reestablished warrant officer corps. Chief Warrant Officer 5 Jason Godwi

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