Daily
Huntsville
Monday, March 31st, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three Texas men were arrested in Morgan County on drug charges while a police chase in Huntsville injured two officers and one suspect. Decatur City Council will begin interviewing candidates for a new police chief today as local residents enjoyed the Taste of Soul Family Festival at MidCity, the Women’s Expo at the Von Braun Center, and a ceremony honoring local Vietnam veterans on March 29th—marking a busy period in the community. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kalm Therapeutics in Huntsville received a significant grant from Southern Research’s Therapeutics Development Fund to accelerate its research on a topical patch system for treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and prurigo nodularis while avoiding steroid use. The grant will support an in vivo GLP study and help the company prepare for an FDA Investigational New Drug submission later this year — strengthening local biotech collaborations. Huntsville Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Huntsville police officers and a suspect were injured after a police chase in Huntsville on Sunday morning. WAFF 48
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two students from Bob Jones and Grissom won the Madison County Youth Poetry Contest for Earth Day and will have their poems turned into musical competitions—Celeste Shurtz’s winning work is scheduled for performance by the Huntsville Master Chorale on April 25th and 27th. WHNT News 19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hatch, a local nonprofit on Bailey Cove Road, trained 100 opportunity youths in an 8-week program that teaches work skills plus gives ServSafe certification and paid stipends. The program helps participants secure jobs with local businesses and hospitals while receiving support from city and federal grants. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a law today banning devices that convert pistols into machine guns—making it a felony with up to 10 years in jail. Local police said the move followed concerns that such devices may have been used in a deadly shooting in Birmingham that killed 4 and injured 17. AL.com
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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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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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Disney On Ice Presents Elsa & Encanto
7 p.m. — Von Braun Center — Tickets available at the box office and online — Experience the magic of Frozen and Encanto in an enchanting ice skating performance.
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Space City Tattoo Expo 2025
12 PM – 10 PM — Madison Plaza — $30 day pass, $60 weekend pass — A weekend celebration of body art with renowned tattoo artists, live music, and more.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Propst Arena — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen and Encanto come to life on ice.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tales of Frozen and Encanto on ice with dazzling performances.
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NA Meetings
12 PM-1 PM — Kennamer Center — Free entry — Engage in open discussions to share experiences and support in a welcoming environment.
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