Daily
Huntsville
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new, accessible playground has opened at Joe Wheeler State Park in Lauderdale County—funded by generous donations including $100K from the Daniel Foundation and $50K from the Thompson Foundation. Community members can now enjoy a welcoming space to play. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ April brings a burst of outdoor events and spring festivals statewide as highlighted by Alabama Out Loud. Huntsville’s Panoply Arts Festival (a showcase of local arts) and pet health campaigns along with sports gatherings will help communities reconnect with the season. Alabama Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAH students won the NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge on Apr. 12 in Huntsville when 44 teams from around the world competed for the top title. WAFF 48
- ➤ Huntsville summer camp registration opens at 8 a.m. today on a first-come, first-served basis for first through sixth graders attending Huntsville City Schools, and officials urge families to register quickly for full-day and specialty camps running from June 1 through July 24. WAFF 48
- ➤ Students at Brindlee Mountain High School witnessed a mock crash one day before prom—emergency crews and student actors simulated the real-life dangers of drinking and driving to help them make smarter choices. WAAY 31
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A poll from March 22 to March 24 shows Senate primary candidates are nearly tied with Moore gaining a slight edge through heavy spending while Marshall sees stronger support in Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile. Campaign efforts will ramp up as more than one-third of voters remain undecided. 1819 News
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Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams
A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!
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Drone Days at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
9 AM – 8 PM — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Check event website for costs — Experience cutting-edge drone technology in an engaging two-day event.
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Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo
7 PM to 12 PM — 700 Monroe St SW Parking — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate all things geek at Alabama's largest comic and pop culture expo!
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Back to the Future™ — Meet Christopher Lloyd
April 17-19 — Von Braun Center — Autograph and Photo Opportunities — Meet the iconic Doc Brown from Back to the Future.
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6th Annual Crawfish Festival
11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Celebrate crawfish season with live music, food, and fun for all ages.
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Matcha & Bloom Floral Arranging Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Nitro Tales • Coffee + Cocktail Bar — $95 per person — Create a custom floral arrangement while enjoying a crafted matcha beverage.
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New Comedy Showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — General admission — Enjoy an entertaining night of laughs with a comedy showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop.
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Monster Jam 2026
7 PM — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling stunts and action-packed excitement with incredible monster trucks.
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Monster Jam Huntsville
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Huntsville International Airport — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action and jaw-dropping stunts at this exciting automotive festival.
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Forever K-Pop Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets from $63 — Experience an electrifying evening of K-Pop music and culture live in Huntsville.
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~ Naval Ravikant
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