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Huntsville
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three hikers reported missing in Bankhead National Forest on Sunday were found safe and uninjured after a coordinated rescue by the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office + partner agencies; search efforts started near 9:30 a.m. and located them by about 11:30 a.m. AL.com
- ➤ The Alabama SUN Bucks program offers $120 in grocery benefits for each eligible school-age child to help families replace lost school meals during summer break. Registration is open for families already receiving (SNAP or TANF) benefits. WAFF 48
- ➤ Brown Farms in Madison County is open for strawberry picking season. The expanded farm now covers 12 acres and offers a full shop, games for kids, and wagon rides to the fields, using underground irrigation to keep crops healthy despite dry conditions. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Palo Alto Networks has joined UAH’s Invention to Innovation Center as a Corporate Innovation Partner — boosting cybersecurity and AI research for local development. The partnership will expand research, internships and pilot projects to strengthen the region’s tech workforce today in Huntsville. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville native David Howard Thornton got engaged to Jada Christie on April 18 at the Comic and Pop Culture Expo (dressed as Art the Clown from Terrifier) in a unique on-stage proposal that delighted fans and honored his hometown roots. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 17th annual Battle of the Buffalo took place at Big Spring Park on Saturday — 16 local restaurants competed to honor a fraternity brother lost to leukemia during a fundraising event for cancer care and research. FOX 54
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama freshman Amari Allen declared for the NBA Draft while keeping his college eligibility; he has until the end of May to make his final decision + his next move will shape his basketball future. WAAY 31
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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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DAMAG3 Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Mad Malts Brewing — Check the event page for details — Experience an electrifying mix of alternative hip-hop with southern roots and eclectic influences.
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Damon Darling Show
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets from $113 — Enjoy a night of comedy featuring Damon Darling at Stand Up Live Huntsville.
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Sage Autumn Live Performance
9:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Jefferson Street Pub — Check event page for costs — Enjoy the melodic sounds of California's rising singer/songwriter talent Sage Autumn.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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