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Huntsville
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville veteran Robert Dupree is receiving a free roof after a chance conversation led Continental Roofing — partnered with Still Serving Veterans — to name him the first recipient. The program launched in 2025 and will offer another opportunity in 2027. WAAY 31
- ➤ An autism acceptance walk will take place on Saturday as part of Autism Acceptance Month; the event aims to bring community members together in Huntsville to promote inclusion. WAFF 48
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A school bus driver in Hazel Green was praised for quick thinking after a crash on Pauline Drive Tuesday afternoon when a Lexus SUV driver suffered a medical emergency — two students were attended to at the scene and both returned to school. WAAY 31
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madison City Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols announced he will retire at the end of the school year with his final day on June 30, and the district will soon begin the search for a new leader. The Madison Record
- ➤ Columbia Elementary 4th grader Vale Erwin won first place in the elementary division of the Alabama Governor's App Challenge; his app Relic Routes uses interactive exploration (including clues and 3d printed tokens) to teach about archaeology. The award was presented Monday at the Alabama Computer Science Education Summit in Montgomery. WAAY 31
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Green Team is hosting Earth Day at Hays Nature Preserve on Saturday, Apr. 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event offers interactive activities, live demonstrations and eco-exhibits, plus a shuttle service from Mark Russell Recreation Center to ease limited parking. City of Huntsville
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown will see its first multi-million-dollar townhomes as developers announced plans on Apr. 15 — the project brings modern living spaces downtown and construction is expected to begin soon. WAFF 48
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Several local high school basketball players were honored Tuesday by the Alabama Sports Writers Association at its Mr. and Miss Basketball luncheon, with winners including Huntsville High School’s Evan Toms and Hazel Green High School’s Kristen Johnson earning top awards. FOX 54
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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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Rocket City Market
9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover vintage finds and handmade goods at Huntsville’s vibrant outdoor market.
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Young Ballers Training Class
3-4 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — Registration fee required — Weekly group training for kids to build skills and coordination in a fun, tech-supported environment.
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Get The Led Out Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life on stage by GTLO.
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