Montgomery, AL news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In Montgomery, AL on Friday, October 16, 2026: Traffic fatality from October crash; Crumbl Cookies closes. Also: A 75-year-old man died six days after a Montgomery traffic crash on October 10; Crumbl Cookies has closed its Zelda Road location in Montgomery. Weather: Mostly clear and pleasant today, 53–73°F with light winds.

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Headlines

A 75-year-old man died six days after a Montgomery traffic crash on October 10.AL.com · Oct 16, 11:33 AM

News & local government

Montgomery received a $750,000 federal grant to preserve the historic St. Jude Hospital.Alabama Political Reporter · Oct 15, 7:51 AM

Safety & emergencies

A suspicious package was sent to Alabama's Secretary of State office amid a nationwide investigation.Patch · Oct 16, 10:56 AM

Events & going out

The 2026 Holiday Market kicked off the holiday season in Montgomery this week.WAKA 8 · Oct 14, 10:42 PM

Food & drink

Sinclair's East in Montgomery is known for steaks and Southern classics.Fast Food Club · Oct 15, 5:36 PM
Chris' Hot Dogs draws diners from across Alabama for chili dogs.Fast Food Club · Oct 15, 7:32 AM

Business & new openings

Crumbl Cookies has closed its Zelda Road location in Montgomery.Hoodline · Oct 16, 12:46 PM

Sports

Tonight: McGill-Toolen Varsity Football @ Montgomery Catholic (kickoff time TBA).MaxPreps · Oct 16, 1:07 PM
Tonight: ACA Varsity Football @ Saint James (kickoff time TBA).MaxPreps · Oct 16, 1:09 PM
Tonight: CCA Varsity Football @ VCA (kickoff time TBA).MaxPreps · Oct 16, 1:07 PM
Sunday 10/19: Evangel vs Away Girls Varsity Volleyball; watch live online.NFHS Network · Oct 15, 7:13 PM
Mary G. Montgomery High School vs. Davidson High School basketball; watch live online.NFHS Network · Oct 15, 8:04 PM
Marbury Girls Varsity Flag Football @ Park Crossing (game in progress).MaxPreps · Oct 16, 4:03 AM

Community & volunteering

The Central Alabama Community Foundation awarded more than $150,000 in grants to local organizations.WAKA 8 · Oct 15, 2:30 PM

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