🌱 Montgomery PD Investigate Two Shootings + Fire/Rescue Warns Of Scam

Hello and happy Tuesday. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening in Montgomery these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Variable clouds, a t-storm. High: 87 Low: 69.
• Wednesday: A heavy thunderstorm. High: 88 Low: 68.

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Here are the top three stories today in Montgomery:

1. Montgomery police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred over the weekend. On Friday, Jun. 9, an unidentified man was shot in the 4200 block of Strathmore Drive and taken to the hospital with a life-threatening gunshot wound. On Saturday, Jun. 10, a juvenile male was shot on the 1800 block of Texas Street and taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. (Montgomery Advertiser)
2. The Montgomery Fire/Rescue warned the public about a new scam, where scammers claim to be collecting money for the five firefighters who were injured last month. On Saturday, Jun. 11, Assistant Fire Chief Stanley L. Cooper released a statement asking the public to contact the fire department if they see any solicitations from people posing as Montgomery Fire/Rescue. The only legitimate place to donate to the injured firemen is the Montgomery Alabama Fire Rescue Foundation through the Central Alabama Community Foundation, here. (WSFA)
3. The legislators have only approved about $5 million of the proposed $25 million in state money for Montgomery Whitewater Park and the district. According to Montgomery Whitewater Park, they will still open on schedule next month, despite the missing $20 million for the construction and operation of the park. Leslie Sanders, chair of the district board, and other local leaders have been meeting to discuss how to bridge the shortfall. (Montgomery Advertiser)

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Today and tomorrow in Montgomery:

Tuesday, June 13

• Thrifty Tuesdays At Montgomery Zoo (12:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 14

• The Bias Inside Us At Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts (10:00 AM)
• Dungeons & Dragons Night At GTSouth Geek & Gaming Tavern (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• In the next few weeks, the City of Montgomery will be mailing notices containing updates to the voting precinct locations. Residents should receive their notice by mid-July, click here for more information. (City of Montgomery via Twitter)
• Looking for something fun to do with the family on Father's Day? Dads get free admission to the Montgomery Zoo on Sunday, Jun. 18! Celebrate all dads with a fun family trip and while there you can enjoy the Father's Day Special Meal from Overlook Cafe. (Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum via Facebook)
• Gravy, an adorable puppy, is looking for his fur-ever home in the Montgomery area! Visit the Montgomery Humane Society or apply to adopt here. (Montgomery Humane Society Adoptable Pets via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you all soon for another update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!