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Huntsville
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Parks & Recreation has launched its 2026 Spring Program Guide featuring over 150 free and low-cost activities at local facilities to help residents stay active, creative, and connected this spring (Director James Gossett said the guide gives everyone a chance to try something new). City of Huntsville
- ➤ Athens cooks hosted the annual Chili Challenge fundraiser on Feb. 17 to support Hospice & Limestone County’s programs, raising money for needed care services. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville residents remembered Reverend Jesse Jackson on Feb. 17 for his decades of work in civil rights, voting access, and economic equality — efforts that helped boost local advocacy and progress. WAAY 31
- ➤ Local residents shared heartfelt memories of James C. Crawford, a coach whose civil rights work and athletics made a lasting impact on our community. WAFF 48
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAH has secured $14.2 million in federal funding for its new Exploration Plaza planned on the former Executive Plaza area on Sparkman Drive in Cummings Research Park. The project will create a mixed-use district with a 400-bed housing facility, a 100,000 sqft research center and additional office and retail space to boost local innovation. AL.com
- ➤ UAH has teamed up with Microsoft as a Corporate Innovation Partner at its Invention to Innovation Center (I²C). The partnership will bring Microsoft’s cloud, AI, and hybrid-edge capabilities to modernize federal systems and support mission readiness and workforce development across north Alabama. AL.com
- ➤ Two students from Drake State Community and Technical College were awarded prestigious scholarships by the Thurgood Marshall Fund on Monday, Feb. 17 in Birmingham, and the fund is the nation's largest organization representing Black college students. WAAY 31
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Feb. 12, the Council approved a $6 billion deal with Eli Lilly that includes a property transfer and contract for a $20 million redevelopment corridor project — adding a future skybridge. The project is expected to create construction jobs and boost the local economy later this year. Huntsville Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CDC and local doctors reported a spike in flu and respiratory illnesses — with RSV visits especially high among infants — in North Alabama schools on Feb. 17. Health officials are now taking extra precautions to protect students. WAAY 31
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Property owners planning to pass real estate to multiple children may face conflicts over usage and maintenance, according to estate planning expert McGowan. He advises using legal tools such as a revocable living trust to clearly document responsibilities and avoid disputes. WAFF 48
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Huntsville Roundup Back to Basics
5 PM – 11 PM — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Ticket required — A weekend of recovery, hope, and family-friendly fun awaits at this inspiring event.
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Gifts of Grace Indoor Marketplace
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Greenbrier Hills by Murphy Homes — Free entry — Explore a variety of local crafts and goods at this annual marketplace event.
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Huntsville Green Thinks: Cool Rocket City
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Yellowhammer Brewing — Free entry — Engage in discussions on heat resilience while exploring innovative green infrastructure solutions.
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2026 Engineers’ Week Banquet
6-9:30 p.m. — Davidson Center for Space Exploration — Ticketed event — Celebrate the contributions of engineers beneath the historic Saturn V rocket.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
11 AM – 1 PM — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting performance featuring your favorite Disney characters on ice.
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Gino Rosaria Album Release Concert
7-10 p.m. — ANRO Business and Event Center — $85 (includes food and drink) — Experience an intimate evening of jazz, soul, and storytelling with Gino Rosaria's latest album.
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CUSA Basketball Championships - All Sessions Pass
March 10-14 — Propst Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of the CUSA basketball championships featuring teams vying for glory and an NCAA bid.
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Anne Wilson Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets available — Experience an enchanting evening with Anne Wilson in concert.
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Flavor In Ya Ear Vol 2
7 PM – 12 AM — The Note Jazz Lounge — 21+ event — Experience a night of vibrant beats and good vibes at a cozy jazz venue.
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Cosmic Charlie Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rescheduled performance of Cosmic Charlie amidst a vibrant musical atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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