🌱 Virtual Learning Announcement + Gunshot Wound Outside Walmart

Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Danielle Fallon, your host of the Montgomery Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Cooler with periods of rain. High: 53 Low: 32.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Montgomery:

1. Students in the Pike Road School District will be learning from a distance on Friday according to a statement from the system's superintendent. The classes. are being held virtually because of the chance of icy roads. The announcement was made as early as possible so that parents and children have adequate time to prepare for virtual learning. (WSFA)
2. Two students from Montgomery County were nominated this week to attend the United States services academies. The announcement came from U.S. Senator Richard Shelby. Thomas Weldon Rutherford and Phillip Beck Tuley, both from Montgomery, were nominated for the U.S. Air Force Academy. (shelby.senate.gov)
3. A woman was critically injured by a gunshot wound outside of the Walmart on Chantilly Parkway. The shooting happened around 4 p.m. on Wednesday and police are investigating the incident. (WSFA)

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Today in Montgomery:

Women's Empowerment Business Luncheon At Deer Creek Hall (1:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Anna is a 10-month-old cat available for adoption at the Montgomery Humane Society. She is bossy with other cats and doesn't care for big dogs. Though these qualities are pretty typical of a cat, they have made it hard for her to secure a forever home. Apply to adopt this special girl on their website. (Facebook)
• The Montgomery Police Department is hosting a Coffee With a Cop event today at the Sundown Restaurant. Join them for coffee and conversation. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you soon!

— 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.