Daily
Huntsville
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Animal Services reached Crisis Level 4 after taking in 77 animals from one address + the shelter is urging residents to adopt or foster dogs during operating hours, Monday through Saturday, to relieve overcrowding. WAAY 31
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ City Barbeque opened its first Alabama location in south Huntsville on Monday, Feb. 9 and drew a large crowd from local residents and chamber representatives — the chain plans to expand to multiple locations in the area. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UAH's ChargerCon offers a full day of gaming and competitions today from noon to 9 p.m. — part of Homecoming Weekend, featuring video game tournaments, cosplay, free-play areas, artist market, and panels for students, alumni, and locals. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville Parks & Recreation is hosting the African American Art Festival today at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The free event will include art activities, digital art experiences and artist talks that help people learn about Black History Month. WAAY 31
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Families can shop without sales tax for emergency supplies from Friday until midnight Sunday at local stores. The tax break covers weather radios, flashlights, batteries and portable generators to help prepare for tornado season. WAFF 48
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Arne Croell from UAH received NASA’s Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal on January 28 at Marshall Space Flight Center for his breakthrough crystallography research—highlighting strong local contributions to space technology. FOX 54
- ➤ Madison City Schools will host two webinars from The Enrichment Center as part of its mental health matters series; the first, on Mar. 6 at 11 a.m.-12 p.m., covers emotional regulation for children and teens, while the second, on Apr. 7 at 11 a.m.-12 p.m., focuses on executive skills. WAAY 31
- ➤ UAH will host its fifth annual Engineering Showcase on Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. in Room 112 of the Student Services Building during Engineers Week, featuring over 320 students with 35 senior design projects and interactive displays (sponsored by the Chan family). Huntsville Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community leaders, students and environmental advocates celebrated Arbor Day on Friday, Feb. 20 at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center. The event featured proclamations, poetry, a ceremonial tree planting and awards honoring urban forestry, as officials underscored trees’ role in cleaner air & community well-being. City of Huntsville
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ West Shore Home will launch in Huntsville in early March, offering fast, quality home remodeling with AI-powered tools to update bathrooms, windows, doors, and flooring. The company plans to hire locally and ease renovation challenges using its 3D Scan-to-Plan technology and scheduling system (SAPOS™). Huntsville Business Journal
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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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42nd International Symposium on Child Abuse
All day — Von Braun Center — Various ticket options — Engage with top experts and network with professionals focused on child maltreatment.
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Naturalist Hike
10 AM – 12 PM — Monte Sano Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the forest ecology with an expert while enjoying a leisurely hike.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What looks like talent is often careful preparation.
~ Ryan Holiday
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