🌱 Montgomery Patch: What's Happening Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hi all. It's me, Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel, your host of the Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town. Today you'll learn about these stories and more:

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But first, today's weather:

Turning colder this afternoon. High: 62 Low: 40.

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Here are the top stories today in Montgomery:

Today in Montgomery:

From my notebook:

• Montgomery Humane Society Adoptable Pets: "Yomii stopped by to visit us this weekend. She had a blast playing with Snoop in our play yard! Both of these precious babies are still looking for forever homes!! Get your application in at Montgomeryhumane.com so we can schedule a meet..." (Montgomery Humane Society Adoptable Pets via Facebook)
• Montgomery Humane Society Adoptable Pets: "4 year old Darren came to us in pitiful condition. He had clearly gone a significant amount of time without adequate care. He has heartworm disease, but thanks to our Facebook followers, he is now fully sponsored for treatment! Darren is..." (Montgomery Humane Society Adoptable Pets via Facebook)
• City of Montgomery, Alabama Government: "In homage to African-American chefs and cuisine, the City of Montgomery will host its 3rd annual Iron Skillet contest. We are looking for the best collard greens in this year's competition. 🍽️ The contest will run from February 7-27, an..." (City of Montgomery, Alabama Government via Facebook)
• Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site: "Congratulations to the Carr Middle students who earned A and A/B Honor Roll for the second quarter!" (Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site via Facebook)
• Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site: "Here are some of the exciting things happening at Capitol Heights Middle! Literacy Coach Stacie Worthy-King collaborated with sixth-grade math teacher Ms. Graham to share "Coding the Text," strategies to assist students with reading and ..." (Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site via Facebook)
• The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre at Renaissance Montgomery: "On Sale THIS FRIDAY! 🎶📣 Blues Traveler live at the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre on May 5, 2023. Tickets go on sale ➡️ Friday, January 27, at 10:00 am" (The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre at Renaissance Montgomery via Facebook)
• City of Montgomery: "We're hosting the 3rd Annual Iron Skillet Competition. This year's featured dish, Collard Greens, will help us celebrate the legacy of African-American chefs and cuisine during Black History Month. The contest runs from Feb. 7-15. The ..." (City of Montgomery via Instagram)
• Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum: "New stock coming in daily at the Montgomery Zoo Gift Shop. And just in time for Valentines Day! Check it out! #mymgmzoo #zaa #valentinesgifts" (Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum via Facebook)
• Montgomery Advertiser: "Nick Saban's offensive coordinator pick is bigger for Alabama football than who he picks for defensive coordinator or who will play quarterback in 2023, columnist Chase Goodbread writes" (Montgomery Advertiser via Facebook)
• Montgomery Advertiser: "Reports indicate Courtney Edwards, 34, was too close to the jet engine despite warnings to avoid the "ingestion zone" that's typically 15 feet out." (Montgomery Advertiser via Facebook)
• Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site: "MPS Pre-K is accepting applications through March 10. Register now at https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov." (Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site via Facebook)
• Montgomery Advertiser: "ESPN may suit Dan Mullen just fine, but I can't stop thinking about what the quarterback whisperer could do with a play sheet and Alabama's talent, writes columnist Blake Toppmeyer." (Montgomery Advertiser via Facebook)
• Alabama High School Athletic Association - AHSAA: "Will Fisher from RTJ Golf Trail Capitol Hill and Jeremy Gilbert from #SQDXGolfAcademy are in our office this morning leading a Lunch & Learn for our Golf Coaches from around the State" (Alabama High School Athletic Association - AHSAA via Facebook)
• Montgomery County, Alabama: "Montgomery County has the best employees! We appreciate the staff of the Montgomery Youth Center for donating bottled water to families impacted by recent tornados." (Montgomery County, Alabama via Instagram)
• City of Montgomery: "Join us Tuesday, Jan. 31, for Mayor Steven L. Reed’s 2023 State of the City! Meet with Cabinet and department leaders during our Open House at 5 p.m. Mayor Reed’s remarks and presentation will begin at 6 p.m. #newmontgomery #mymgm #ourmgm" (City of Montgomery via Instagram)
• Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum: "Zoofari Summer Camp is a great place for campers to enjoy the outdoors while learning more about the Zoo and our animals -- plus you might just make a few new friends. Camp registration begins Feb 15 at montgomeryzoo.com. #mymgmzoo #zaa ..." (Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum via Facebook)
• Armory Learning Arts Center: "Did you know that you can rent studio time? 18+ Pottery Studio: $8/hr - wheels, sink, workspace; firing available Art Studio: $5/hr - easels, sink, workspace Music Studio: $5/hr - piano, music stands, soundproof space Dance Studio: $5/hr" (Armory Learning Arts Center via Facebook)
• Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum: "Nothing is better than hanging out with your best zebra friend -- Zoobeedoo. Zoobeedoo and our Animal Ambassadors visit schools and community groups via our Zoo2Go Outreach Program all the time. To have Zoobeedoo pay you a visit, give us..." (Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum via Facebook)
• Montgomery Advertiser: "ProPublica found that Alabama institutions hold thousands of remains of Native Americans." (Montgomery Advertiser via Facebook)
• City of Montgomery, Alabama Government: "MONTGOMERY ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (01/24/23) ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD January 24, 2023 1. PRESENTED BY: Jane Marshall SUBJECT: Request for approval of a front door accent color for the property located at 331 Winthrop Court (Garden..." (City of Montgomery, Alabama Government via Facebook)
• Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum: "Are you a teacher, club or scout leader? Add a little wildlife adventure to your next class, scout project, or gathering by inviting the Montgomery Zoo's Zoo2Go Outreach program to your next event. Great way to learn about our Zoo Ambass..." (Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Capitol Heights: "Heads up. - Just received water works notice. New bill is over $90! Am I wrong to think this is ridiculous?" (Nextdoor)
• Communications Team, Alabama Public Health: "Winners of 2023 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ competition announced, third graders’ smiles promote good oral health - The ADPH Oral Health Office announces the winners of the sixth annual smile photo contest for third grade students in..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Deer Creek: "Someone stole my Playmate blue and white cooler this morning - I placed it on top of my trash can and fill it with cheese crackers and other goodie’s such as gatorade for the men who pick up the trash Anyone else had this happen in Dee..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Towne Lake Montgomery: "I need someone to repair a hole in my chimney. - Someone just inspected my roof and discovered the hole" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, New Bellwood: "Looking for a girl German Shepherd pup. - will be trying for autistic young lady. Must be ok with cats." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Old Cloverdale: "I went and got the dead kitty on Boultier after no one claimed him/her all day cause it's going to rain hard tonight and didn't want to leave the poor thing out in that. - It's a black & white Tuxedo kitty, smaller but an adult, with the..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, New Bellwood: "Blackened kicking Chicken parmesan and cajun zucchini. - We had garlic bread too but forgot to include it in the photo." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Halcyon Summit: "Hi there , If you need illustrations for a book or your website or a project (such as t-shirts design) I'm happy to help. - Contact me if your in need of my services ;) Some examples of my work on top. #Askyourneighbors" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, The Woods: "Hello everyone!!!!! - I hope all is well!! Have a blessed night!!!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Halcyon Oaks: "Halcyon Oaks Neighborhood Association - Annual meeting looks forward to your participation, input and support." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lake/Mitylene Forest: "INDIE IS HOME!! - She is back where she should be. She is excited and so are we! She still has to have medicine put on the wounds that have not grown new skin but she has healed amazingly up to this point. I want to thank each and every..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Capitol Heights: "Each day I say out loud to my daughter, “Erica mama got this, and will make our dreams for the family happen! - I will double down to Inspire others to break the bondage that holds us hostage!” I keep looking back on this to keep pushin..." (Nextdoor)
• Captain Saba Coleman, Montgomery Police Department: "Park, Walk, & Talk - Chief Darryl Albert and MPD Command Staff will be conducting a Park, Walk, and Talk on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 4PM. Attention will be focused in the Highland Gardens Community. Concentration streets will inclu..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eastbrook-Morningview: "Another fence project, 28 ft with a double gate at emerald mountain, Wetumpka. - ☎️334-649-9135 | Free estimate" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Coventry: "If you Do Not want this non profit or for profit organization at you back door or close to your neighborhood. - Please come to this meeting Thursday 1-26-2023 at Community’s Baptist church" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Carriage Hills: "Where can I take clothes donations for Selma or any other area in need? - Thanks" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eastbrook-Morningview: "Buddy is still missing since Dec 5. - From the upper dayton view area off Denlinger. Ft https://www.facebook.com/groups/403432884277861/permalink/861375345150277/?sfnsn=mo&ref=share&mibextid=KtfwRi" (Nextdoor)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

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