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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Parks & Recreation will host the fourth annual Eggstravaganza on April 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at John Hunt Park Festival Grounds behind the Jaycee Community Building at 2151 Jaycee Way. The free event will feature a grand entrance by the Easter Bunny plus scheduled age-group egg hunts, crafts, prizes and food trucks. City of Huntsville
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Osteria LuCa, an acclaimed Italian eatery from Charlotte, opened its doors at Stovehouse on March 12th and now serves authentic Italian dishes at an open-pizza kitchen — part of a partnership between Ken and Tricia Martino and Power Brands Hospitality Group— while welcoming guests for lunch and dinner daily. The new restaurant adds fresh flavors and a community feel to Huntsville’s growing food scene. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Better Business Bureau released its 2024 scam tracker report which shows that investment and crypto scams caused a median loss of $5,000 and that financial grooming scams increased. Karen Reeves from North Alabama BBB said scammers often trick people by pretending to be interested in romance or business relationships. WAFF 48
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison Police arrested 36 year old Kobi Dale Lamar Pendleton on Tuesday night for the bank robbery that occurred on March 13 at Regions Bank on Hughes Road—he is charged with first degree robbery and held without bond at Madison County Jail. WAFF 48
- ➤ A Huntsville man, Tyler Powell, 30, now faces a murder charge after a verbal dispute turned physical on March 7 and the victim died days later—Powell turned himself in and is held at Madison County Jail on a $10,000 bond. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Huntsville City Council approved a contract on March 19th for a $1.1 million streetscaping project on Monroe Street in front of the Von Braun Center and the Marriott Autograph Trilogy Hotel. The project spans 1,000 linear feet—upgrading sidewalks, streetlights, landscaping, irrigation and asphalt resurfacing—and is expected to be finished within 90 days after notice to proceed is issued. AL.com
- ➤ The City of Huntsville Traffic Engineering Division will activate a new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon today at 9 a.m. at the crossing near McGucken Park—weather permitting—to alert drivers and protect pedestrians. A raised concrete island with a zigzag pattern and extended signal mast arms have been added to improve visibility at night and provide a safe refuge. City of Huntsville
TRAVEL NEWS
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Spring Organ Festival
From March 9 through April 10, the Greater Huntsville, AL Chapter of the American Guild of Organists hosts its Spring Organ Festival at various local churches on alternating Thursday evenings (7:00pm) and Sunday afternoons (3:30pm). The events are free and open to the public.
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Otis Walker Band Live at Tangled String Studios
The Otis Walker Band will perform live at Tangled String Studios in Huntsville, showcasing their music talent in an intimate setting.
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Sean Dietrich: Where's Home Tour
7-11 p.m. — Thurber Arts Center, Huntsville, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charming storytelling of Sean Dietrich, a unique voice from the American South.
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DEKA STRONG Roadshow at Fitness 300 in Huntsville, AL
The DEKA STRONG Roadshow offers a fitness challenge featuring ten functional training zones, emphasizing competition and preparation for the upcoming DEKA FIT 2025 event.
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ChargerCon 2025: Annual Gaming and Technology Expo
ChargerCon is a free annual gaming and technology expo held at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, offering a space for enthusiasts to engage with video gaming and tech innovations.
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On-Site Tour at Preferred Care
This event offers an informative on-site tour of the Preferred Care at Home of Greater Huntsville, focusing on the quality of senior living and care.
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National Lifespan Respite Conference
5 PM – 2 PM — The Westin Huntsville — Registration coming soon — Attend to explore important themes in respite care for families and caregivers.
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Henry Cho Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — 21+ event with a two-item minimum — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comic Henry Cho on The Empty Nest Tour.
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Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Henry Cho for ages 21 and up.
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Hike at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve
2-4 p.m. — Bethel Spring Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore scenic trails and a stunning waterfall during this moderately challenging hike.
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Bridge Street Town Centre Half Marathon
7 AM – 6 PM — Bridge Street Town Centre — Registration required — Experience a scenic 13.1-mile race in Huntsville with chip timing and a festive post-race celebration.
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