Daily
Huntsville
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne Flowers restored water on Feb. 24 after a 10-day shutoff by borrowing money and now challenges Madison Utilities over an unexpected 116k-gallon bill — she seeks clear answers on the charges. WAAY 31
- ➤ A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to cover end-of-life costs for local musician Microwave Dave, who died earlier this month. A memorial service is set for Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. at The Episcopal Church of the Nativity (extra funds will support his music education foundation). FOX 54
- ➤ Monte Sano State Park unveiled major renovations to its historic CCC-built cabins and new facilities last Friday. The upgrades include modernized kitchens, baths, and expanded campsites to enhance guest comfort, following funding from the state bond approved in 2022. Huntsville Business Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire at a Huntsville apartment complex on Tuesday afternoon displaced several residents and prompted emergency services to assist as officials investigated the incident. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama’s first IKEA opens today at University Place Shopping Center (6125 University Place Dr. NW) with doors opening at 10:00 a.m.; customers may line up from 7:00 a.m. for giveaways and shop among 5,000 products in the 46,000 sqft store that also features a Swedish Bistro offering meatballs and more. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cultural Bridge LLC is hosting Matsuri on March 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the North Huntsville Library, where Japanese students will present traditional games, calligraphy, authentic food and cultural activities that celebrate Japanese heritage. WAAY 31
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Manufacturing Madness returns for its second year as a bracket-style contest that invites Alabama companies to nominate innovative products until March 6 — the public will vote weekly to determine 2026’s coolest creation. WAAY 31
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hatch Huntsville completed an 8-week culinary training program that taught young adults essential cooking skills on Feb. 24 near downtown Huntsville. The program prepared participants for careers in local restaurants + community eateries. WAFF 48
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents will join Huntsville's Green Team, the Land Trust of North Alabama and Wild Ones–North Alabama Chapter on March 7 from 9 a.m. to noon for a Weed Wrangle event at Southside Park, Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve and Monte Sano State Park (reservation required at Monte Sano). City of Huntsville
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Phase one of the Front Row development in downtown Huntsville features two residential buildings with over 500 luxury apartments plus amenities like gyms, pools and lounges. The first building is set to open this summer while the second will begin early next year. WAFF 48
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Alabama teams played in AHSAA regional basketball games at Wallace State & Jacksonville State on Tuesday, Feb. 24. Final scores are available for local fans who want to see how the teams performed. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville Havoc traded forward Matt Allen to the Pensacola Ice Flyers in exchange for Dawson Sciarrino, who recorded 17 points in 34 games with the Flyers. Sciarrino, 25 from Greensburg, will add his skills following a standout college career at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. FOX 54
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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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Raptor Shows
11 a.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $8-$20 — Experience the awe-inspiring displays of Alabama's raptors in this educational and captivating show.
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