🌱 Montgomery County Crash Fatality + New North Montgomery Park

Happy Wednesday, people of Montgomery! Here's everything going on in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Warmer; an a.m. shower or two. High: 65 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories today in Montgomery:

1. A fiery crash on Alabama 126 in Montgomery County results in the death of Danielle C. Fitzgerald, 26-years-old. According to Alabama State Troopers, Fitzgerald was driving a Chevy Cruz that collided with a Dodge Ram truck after it crossed the center line. The travelers in the other vehicle were transported to Baptist Medical Center South to receive medical treatment. (Alabama.com)
2. A new park is being built in North Montgomery, according to city officials. The park will be built near the Alabama River with trails connecting to the Riverfront Trail and the Riverfront Park. Flowering plants will be throughout the park to encourage pollinators and will pay special attention to birds that visit every season. (WSFA12 News)
3. The Kiwanis Club of Montgomery announce the distribution of $317,000 worth of grants made possible by the Alabama National Fair. The fair is the club's annual fundraiser that will support 25 different organizations with the grant money generated this year. Click the story to see which organizations are receiving funds. (WSFA12 News)

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Today in Montgomery:

• Alabama Update At The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce (8:00 AM)
• Les Mills Bodyflow At The Bell Road Branch YMCA (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• 34-year-old Ryan Simmons has been charged by the Montgomery Police Department for fraudulent use of a credit card and fourth-degree theft of property. Click for the full story. (Facebook)
• Mayor Reed shares the plans for the new North Montgomery park. Click to take a look. (Twitter)
• Snowflake is staying at the Montgomery Humane Society while looking for her forever home. She loves to cuddle and enjoys a warm lap to lounge on. (Facebook)

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— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.