Montgomery Alabama

The Christmas Lights Festival is back at the Montgomery Zoo with new light displays. This 33rd annual tradition runs through Dec. 31. Visitors can experience a Winter Wonderland, featuring thousands of sparkling lights and decorations— plus some festive new additions to the 2025 season.

An Alabama college is working to prepare its students for an evolving workforce by spearheading artificial intelligence (AI) education and research. With a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) plans to enhance its AI infrastructure and expand its curriculum and research.

The Alabama Capitol is getting into the holiday spirit. This year’s official State Christmas Tree has made its way to Alabama State Capitol from Bullock County. Governor Kay Ivey will hold the annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday evening.

Montgomery will open a warming center tonight at the Floyd Community Center to provide shelter and warmth for residents in need during the cold weather. Local meteorologists are predicting freezing temperatures during the evening hours of this week. 40's and 50's are also expected— but that's during the daytime.

The City of Montgomery is commemorating the 69th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott and Civil Rights trailblazer, Rosa Parks. The boycott happened when Black residents refused to ride city buses in Montgomery to protest segregated seating. Historians regard the event as the first large-scale U.S. demonstration against segregation.

The City of Montgomery is receiving high praise for governmental accounting and financial reporting. The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting is issued by the federal government and recognizes the ability to disclose and communicate through fiscal reports.

A sanitary sewer infrastructure project in the City of Montgomery is entering its first phase. The effort serves the Old Selma Road, Madison Park and Hunter Station areas. Leaders in the area say the project is critical and marks a significant investment in the health, safety and the potential for growth.

Montgomery is inviting the community to join in honoring the nation's heroes at the city's annual Veterans Day Celebration. This year's event promises a day filled with patriotism, gratitude and valuable resources for veterans and their families.

Several railroad crossings in Montgomery are currently undergoing construction. The work is being done through a collaboration with CSX and the city's Street Maintenance Department. Montgomery leaders say the repairs are necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of the crossings for both motorists and pedestrians.

Creatures of the Night is back at the Montgomery Zoo with tickets now on sale for the educational program. The flashlight tour will allow guests the chance to have hands-on learning experience about creepy creatures and the museum’s animal attractions.