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🌱 Mural Artist Recognized + No Gas Tax Suspension In Montgomery

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Happy Saturday, people of Montgomery! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Windy and much colder. High: 38 Low: 23.

Here are the top three stories today in Montgomery:

  1. A Montgomery artist has been recognized by Hyundai Motor Corporation on its social media accounts on Thursday. The car company shared murals painted by Kevin King to its 2.7 million followers while touting the city's rich history. King's The King's Canvas nonprofit was recently awarded $15,000 by the Progress Project by Hyundai group. (WSFA12 News)
  2. The Montgomery County Health Department has released restaurant inspection scores. Scores from around the state have also been published. See if your favorite local restaurant's score is here. (WSFA12 News)
  3. Lawmakers in Montgomery report that they have no plans to suspend the state's gas tax. Currently, Alabama's gas tax is set at 28 cents per gallon. According to lawmakers, they are looking to the federal government at this time to address the rising fuel prices that Alabama consumers are dealing with. (WDHN ABC)

Today in Montgomery:

  • Les Mills SPRINT At Bell Road Branch YMCA (8:30 AM)
  • ZUMBA Toning At Bell Road Branch YMCA (8:30 AM)

From my notebook:

  • Chase is a 14-year-old Yorkie mix that is looking for a forever home while staying at the Montgomery Humane Society. Click to see if Chase would be a good fit with your family. (Facebook)
  • Mayor Reed shares his experience navigating through the voting rights battle. Click to listen. (Twitter)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! See you Monday for another update.

— 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.

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