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Huntsville
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Sutton Apartments in Madison have been without running water for a week after property owners failed to pay the water bill & residents continue to express their frustration over the disruption. FOX 54
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Applications opened on Jan. 12 for the fifth Singing River Trail Launch Tank — a pitch contest offering up to $25,000 for local entrepreneurs — and residents and workers in nine area counties can apply until March 22, with finalists presenting on April 21 in Florence. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Botanical Garden will host Fire & Ice on Friday, Jan. 23 from 7-11 p.m. Guests will enjoy drinks, warming areas, and s'mores while exploring a winter wonderland that creates a unique outdoor gathering. The Madison Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAH’s Alexa Douthitt of Madison attended the 2025 NCAA Student-Athlete Leadership Forum in Dallas, where nearly 250 student-athletes, coaches and administrators developed leadership skills through workshops and discussions. She said the experience reinforced her ability to lead her team. The Madison Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA demolished two historic test stands at Marshall Space Flight Center on Saturday as part of a campus modernization project — the work aims to remove outdated facilities and prepare the center for future space exploration. The Madison Record
- ➤ Huntsville Police will manage traffic during the annual MLK Day Celebration Parade by Alpha Phi Alpha on Saturday, Jan. 17. Officers will close Williams Avenue at 8 a.m. and expect delays starting around 11 a.m. as the parade runs from noon to 2 p.m. City of Huntsville
- ➤ NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman made his first official visit to Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville since assuming leadership at the agency; he toured the historic facility and marked an important milestone in his new role at NASA. FOX 54
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UAH women's basketball defeated Auburn Montgomery 75-50 on Saturday afternoon to extend its record winning streak to 14 games. The team is 10-0 in conference play and will travel to Livingston to face West Alabama on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 2:00 p.m. The Madison Record
- ➤ Senior guard Isaiah Cleaves helped the James Clemens Jets bounce back after a serious ankle injury forced him to relearn walking and running. He averaged 12 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 steals in class 7A play and showcased his speed at the City Classic while pursuing college offers. The Madison Record
- ➤ Harrison Lockett, a 6-foot-3 guard for Bob Jones, scored 40 points over three games at the Christmas Rocket City Classic held at Huntsville High and is averaging 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists — his strong play boosts his team's hopes as he eyes a college career. The Madison Record
- ➤ Rocket City Trash Pandas announced Joe Kruzel as manager beginning in 2026. He brings (over 30 years coaching experience in pro and college baseball) and will work with the Angels organization to help steer the team toward playoff contention. The Madison Record
- ➤ Seth Parker, a Bob Jones alumnus and former Priceville Bulldogs coach, has been named the new head coach of the Bob Jones football program by Madison City Schools and takes over immediately at his high school alma mater. The Madison Record
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Real Interactive Ghost Hunt at The Historic Lowry House
7-10:30 p.m. — The Historic Lowry House — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling paranormal investigation at one of the most haunted places in Alabama.
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PMP Exam Preparation Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Alabama A&M University — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with a comprehensive PMP certification bootcamp.
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Twelfth Night Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — VBC Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience Shakespeare's classic comedy of mistaken identities and love.
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Alabama Regional Future City Competition
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — T.M. Elmore Gymnasium — Free entry — Middle school students showcase innovative cities of the future tackling real-world problems.
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FREE Latin Dance Night
6:30-10:00 p.m. — The Electric Belle — Free entry — Start with a free dance lesson and keep the rhythm going all night on the dance floor.
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Phi Beta Sigma Founders Day Celebration
6-11 PM — Stovehouse — Refund policy available — Celebrate 112 years of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service with music and camaraderie.
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Los Rugar Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Ok Corral — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away to the melodic sounds of Los Rugar featuring their hit Cortinas Guindas.
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Loomis Bros. Circus
3-7 p.m. — Alabama A&M Agribition Center — Tickets from $89 — Experience the thrilling performances of Loomis Bros. Circus in Huntsville.
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Creative Embroidery Class
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Studio 127 - A Conservatory for Creativity — All materials supplied — Learn the basics of embroidery with guest teacher Dezzy Moon in a fun, stress-free environment.
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Don McMillan 2.0 *Now Powered By AI
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Enjoy a unique blend of tech and humor with Don McMillan's PowerPoint comedy show.
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