Shelby to speak to the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

U. S. Senator Richard Shelby, R-Tuscalosoa, will stop by Montgomery Monday to speak to the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce as part of his annual visit to every county in Alabama.

Shelby will appear at the RSA Activity Center at 7:30 a.m. Monday to talk about the legislative agenda for the first session of the 112th Congress and other important issues facing the state and nation. Shelby also will hold a question and answer period for those in attendance.

“Over the years, these meetings have provided an excellent opportunity for area residents to listen and voice their opinions on the activities of our government,” Shelby said in a press release. “This will be a great chance to discuss the important issues facing our state and our nation.”

This meeting is open to the public. If you're planning to attend you must register for the event beforehand with the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce at http://www.montgomerychamber.com/ or by calling (334) 230-8361.

-- posted by Markeshia Ricks