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🤳✍️🚨MONTGOMERY’S BEST NEWS: Are you passionate about Alabama’s capital? Do you love social media/writing? Want to tell only the best news? Paid internships at Montgomery UP are open now 👇 Montgomery UP is a new media outlet by the same people at @bhamnow , @thebamabuzz + @hvilleblast . We cover: ⭐️ Positive + uplifting news ⭐️ Sports + outdoors ⭐️ Business openings ⭐️ Food + fun things to do ⭐️ History + hidden gems Interns pitch topics + create weekly packages that include: ⭐️ Social Posts (IG Reel/TikTok short or Carousel images) on our channels ⭐️ Written stories on our website ⭐️ Sets of Instagram stories ⭐️ Reel footage + photos for other MU content 🤝This is a flexible, paid internship 📲Interns are compensated based on each piece of content produced ✍️ To apply, send an email with a short explanation of why you want to join our team, where you’re located + 1-2 samples of content (social post + writing) produced from school or previous work experience. Send your resume + sample content to: [email protected]. #alabama #montgomeryal #montgomeryalabama #montgomeryup

⛽️ AL GAS PRICES SURGE: For the first time since 2022, AL gas prices have reached $4/gallon. Learn more👇 📈 While our state remains below the national average, gas prices continue to rise 🪙 In the last week, the average prices for gas has risen by more than 20¢ 💰The cheapest spots to get gas now are in Central Alabama CURRENT AVERAGE PRICES BY CITIES: ⭐️ Anniston-Oxford: $3.92 ⭐️ Auburn-Opelika: $4.01 ⭐️ Birmingham: $3.96 ⭐️ Daphne: $3.96 ⭐️ Decatur: $3.98 ⭐️ Dothan: $4.03 ⭐️ Florence-Muscle Shoals: $4.05 ⭐️ Gadsden: $3.90 ⭐️ Huntsville: $4.03 ⭐️ Mobile: $3.99 ⭐️ Montgomery: $4.05 ⭐️ Tuscaloosa: $3.96 ❓How much are gas prices near you? Let us know in the comments👇 #thebamabuzz #alabamagasprices #alabamanews EW

🐢CRAWL-THROUGH TURTLE BURROW: Soon, visitors to the Alabama Nature Center will be able to explore a human-sized replica of an underground gopher tortoise habitat. Here’s what you can expect👇 🔦 Human-sized tunnels 🌫️ Glass walls 🌲 Learn about the longleaf pine ecosystem where the tortoise lives 🤝 The exhibit is funded by a $50,000 donation from Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama 🌿 The habitat will be part of Discovery Hall inside the NaturePlex DYK? ⭐️ Gopher tortoises are considered a keystone species, meaning other animals depend on their burrows for survival ⭐️ They are a state + federally protected species 👀Stay tuned for an official opening date + more details on how you’ll be able to interact with the exhibit Visit the @alabama_nature_center 📍 3050 Lanark Rd, Millbrook, AL ⏰ 9AM–5PM, Monday–Saturday Click the link in our bio for more info! 🔗 📸 OpenVerse #alabama #thebamabuzz #millbrookalabama

🎈🔥HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVALS: Soak up Alabama’s warm weather + blue skies by spending the day at a hot air balloon festival!  We’ve rounded up 3 happening soon. Mark your calendars + check out the details👇 🎈 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival 📍 OWA Parks & Resort, Foley 🗓️ Thur Apr 30- Sat May 2 ⏰ Times vary  🎟️ Free admission + $25 tethered balloon rides at dawn/dusk ⭐️ Features drone shows, live entertainment, arts + crafts 🎈 Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic 📍 Point Mallard Park, Decatur  🗓️ Sat May 23- Sun May 24 ⏰ 6AM-8PM 🎟️ Free admission + free tethered balloon rides at dawn/dusk ⭐️ Annual tradition since 1978  🎈 Montgomery Hot Air Balloon Festival 📍 Blount Cultural Park 🗓️ Fri Jul 17- Sat Jul 18 ⏰ 5-11PM 🎟️ $10-$80 ⭐️ Nightly grand finale w/glowing balloons, laser show + live music  👀 Share a hot air balloon story in the comments below! 📸Openverse/Wikicommons, Bham Now + Decatur Morgan County Tourism #alabama #thebamabuzz #foleyalabama #gulfshoresalabama #decaturalabama montgomeryalabama

🍻$415M DIAGEO OPENING: A new $415M premium alcohol factory, Diageo, opened a few miles south of Montgomery + is expected to employ 100 full-time members. Check out the details👇 🥃 @Diageo North America 📍7300 Celebration Way, Hope Hull, AL DIAGEO MONTGOMERY’S FACILITY: 🏢 Is a 360,000-square foot warehouse + manufacturing facility 👷Supported about 750 jobs during the construction process ♻️ Features manufacturing capabilities that enhance efficiency while reducing environmental impact 🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more! 👀 Did you know about Diageo’s grand opening, Montgomery? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #montgomeryjobs enw #montgomeryal #diageomontgomery

🏈AHSAA HISTORY MADE: For the first time in the 105-year history of AHSAA, the Central Board of Control will have a female president👇 🗳️ On Wednesday in Montgomery, Kim Kiel was unanimously elected as the first female president of Central Board Kiel’s experience: ⭐️ Previously VP for past 2 years ⭐️ Currently the Pelham City Schools’ Assistant Superintendent ⭐️ On the Board of Directors of the Alabama Sports Officials Foundation ⭐️ Graduated from Northview High School in Dothan + earned degrees from @Faulkner State Junior College and @UAB 🔗 Click the link in our bio for more info! 📸 (AHSAA Photo / David Holtsford) 👀 Are you excited about this historic election? Let us know in the comments! #montgomeryup enw #montgomerynews #montgomeryal

👀🍽️GUESS THE RESTAURANT: This Meat & Three stop is a must-visit near Montgomery, known for….👇 🍗 Southern food 🩵Iconic blue chair 🖼️Local artwork/Americana lining the walls THE REVEAL: @frontporchgrill15 📍Millbrook, AL Did you guess correctly? Let us know in the comments! #montgomeryal #montgomeryalabama #millbrookalabama #alabama

🏙️ MONTGOMERY FINALIST FOR AWARD: Montgomery is one of 25 finalists nationwide for the prestigious 2026 All-America City Award. Here’s what you need to know👇 🏆 The All-America City Award is dubbed the “Nobel Prize for Constructive Citizenship” 👉+ It has been awarded to over 500 cities since 1949 by the National Civic League This year’s theme, “America at 250: Strengthening Civic Health + Building Trust,” honors communities that: ⭐️Build stronger connections ⭐️Deepen civic participation ⭐️Foster trust 🤝 Montgomery’s application focused on its efforts to ensure residents have meaningful opportunities to shape the future of their community 👑 Montgomery was a finalist in 2014 + will join Huntsville as Alabama’s representatives this year 🗓️ Montgomery’s delegation will present in Denver, CO, from June 26–28, 2026 to compete against other finalists 🔗Click the link in our bio for more info 👀 What’s your favorite thing about Montgomery? Share with us in the comments! #alabama #montgomeryup #montgomeryalabama #alabamnews

🍖MEAT & THREE SPOTS IN MONTGOMERY: Nothing beats a classic Southern plate piled high with your favorite meats + sides! Check out these 5 local faves we’ve rounded up 🍽️👇 ⭐️Sommer’s Place 📍7972 Vaughn Rd 🍠 OUR REC: Grilled Tilapia + Sweet Potato, Broccoli & Rice ⭐️Jan’s Beach House Grill 📍850 Eastern Blvd. 🍗 OUR REC: Fried Chicken + Green Beans, Potatoes & Corn Nuggets ⭐️Fried Tomato Buffet 📍6561 Atlanta Hwy 🍞 OUR REC: Fried Chicken + Mashed Potatoes, Mac & Cheese + Biscuit ⭐️Filet & Vine 📍431 Cloverdale Rd 🌶️OUR REC: Catfish + Chicken, Mac & Cheese & Jalapeño Biscuit ⭐️Pannie-George’s Kitchen 📍450 N Court St. 🌽 OUR REC: Chicken & Dumplings + Corn, Green Beans, Broccoli + Roll Have you tried any of these local favorites? Let us know in the comments! #MontgomeryAL #montgomeryalabama #montgomeryup #alabama

🎉 $1000 GIVEAWAY: When have you explored Montgomery? You might be surprised by the up and coming, positive energy. MONTGOMERY UP is a new media on a mission to share the excitement with you. To celebrate, we’re giving away a $1000 fun pack to one lucky winner. Find out more 👇 🤝Thanks to support from @cityofmontgomery @alabamastategames + @experiencemontgomery , we’re kicking off strong! We’re bringing you: ❤️ Uplifting news 🎭 Arts + entertainment  🎓 Education opportunities 📈 Jobs + business openings 🏃 How to stay healthy + active 🎉 Fun things to do  📲 Get the scoop for FREE by clicking the link in our bio, where you’ll find our: ✔️ Website ✔️ Newsletter (sign up today!) ✔️ Instagram, Facebook, TikTok + LinkedIn (we’ve been busy 😉) ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL GET: 🧖‍♀️ $600 2-night stay at Renaissance Hotel @renmontgomeryhotel   (or Marriott of your choice) 🥩 $200 Central Restaurant gift card @central129coosa   ⛽️ $200 Gas Card TO ENTER:  📱 Follow @montgomery_up ❤️ Like this post 👋 Tag a friend you want to explore Montgomery with. ‼️ More tags = more entries ✔️Check out our other sites: @bhamnow @hvilleblast + @thebamabuzz 👏We’ll announce the giveaway winner Wednesday, April 8th. 🥰Let’s shine a light on all the greatness of the Montgomery region! GOOD LUCK🤞  ✍️ Logo by @lkleb   DISCLAIMER: Never provide personal information to accounts impersonating MONTGOMERY UP (@montgomery_up ) or its affiliated brands (@thebamabuzz , @bhamnow @hvilleblast ). We will NEVER reach out to a giveaway winner via another account. If you receive a message from an account impersonating one of our brands, please report and delete the message. #montgomeryup #alabama #alabamanews

🌸📍SPRING IN MONTGOMERY: Beautiful blooms + warm winds have come to the city! Here’s some of our fave spots to experience springtime in Montgomery👇 🌳 Blount Cultural Park 🌿 Legacy Park 🌊 Riverfront Park 🌻 Sunflower Field 🎨 John + Joyce Caddell Sculpture Garden Where is your go-to springtime spot? Let us know in the comments! #montgomeryal #montgomeryup #alabamathebeautiful #alabama

📍GUESS THIS AL TOWN: An abandoned movie set calls this town home. Can you guess where it is?👇 🎡Alabama’s first state fair was hosted here 🌳It has a huge connection to nature + is called “The City of the Trees” 👋It’s the largest city in Elmore County Can you guess the town+movie? Comment your guesses below! #alabama #guessthistown #montgomeryup #alabamathebeautiful