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Huntsville
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rodney Jones, founder of Tent City Services, uses his personal experiences with disability and homelessness to serve meals to those in need in North Alabama. The nonprofit continues to support local families with community-focused meal programs. WAAY 31
- ➤ The Huntsville Salutes America's 250th Committee launched a new website (america250huntsville.org) to help residents and local businesses submit events and sign up for the July 4 signature celebration. The site will serve as a central hub for a yearlong series of festivities honoring America's 250th anniversary. City of Huntsville
- ➤ Hartselle community members are celebrating a 5-year-old boy as he prepares to visit Disney World tomorrow through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event unites local families in a heartfelt tribute to his milestone. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Defense manufacturer Hadrian moved into its Barton facility on Friday, marking a key milestone as it begins operations at the new site. WAFF 48
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Raytheon completed a 26,000-sqft expansion of its Huntsville missile integration facility on Redstone Arsenal today. The $115-million project boosts integration capacity by over 50% and supports more than 2,200 jobs in our community. Huntsville Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Morgan County Schools has installed five new weapons detection systems at high schools to boost security while keeping a welcoming entry for students — district officials say the system will later be expanded to all 18 public schools. AL.com
- ➤ On Thursday, Mar. 19, Oakwood University hosted Alabama Collective’s Innovation Power Hour, where students, faculty, and alumni engaged in sessions on AI and entrepreneurship (including a pitch workshop and hackathon) to inspire real-world business ideas. Huntsville Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA rolled the Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft to Kennedy Space Center early Friday for an early April six-day launch window that will send astronauts on a 10-day lunar mission. Marshall Space Flight Center built the rocket's upper stage (in Huntsville), showing local support for the Artemis program. AL.com
- ➤ City code enforcement condemned one unit at a Huntsville apartment complex on Saturday, March 21st after a resident showed persistent unsafe conditions+ inspections are set to continue to ensure safety. FOX 54
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville inspectors found moldy tomatoes, unlabeled chemicals, and food temperature violations at Taqueria La Union food truck today — a lapse noted amid otherwise passing scores from recent Kitchen Cops reports. WAFF 48
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GEOHuntsville Summit 2026: Rocket City Rising
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Check event page for cost — Explore the future of geospatial technology, space exploration, and AI with industry leaders and innovative thinkers.
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A Night of The Blues Honoring Microwave Dave
8 PM – 2 AM — Mars Music Hall — Free Event — Celebrate the legacy of local blues legend Microwave Dave with soulful performances from top artists.
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Community Easter Egg Hunt
11 AM – 2 PM — Stoner Park — Free — Enjoy an afternoon filled with bounce houses, candy, and games for the whole family.
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Cliff Cash Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with acclaimed comedian Cliff Cash as he shares relatable stories and witty observations.
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Ian Bagg Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — ID required — Enjoy a night of laughter with Canadian comedian Ian Bagg as he shares his unique experiences and comedic tales.
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Bohemian Queen - A Theatrical Tribute To Queen
7:30-9 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Tickets on sale January 14 — Experience electrifying performances of Queen's timeless hits and anthems.
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Funny Lane Comedy Night
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $27.02 — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians Brian Covington, Renard Hirsch, and Mike James.
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Rocket City Market
9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover vintage finds and artisan creations at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.
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Easter Celebration at Toyota Field
9 AM – 3 PM — Toyota Field — Free with admission — Kids can run the bases and participate in an Easter egg hunt for a fun-filled day at the ballpark!
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Guitars and Stars
7-8 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Discounted tickets for students and professionals — Enjoy an evening filled with music and a chance to meet the artists.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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