Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville police report that 33-year-old Paris Garner allegedly hit two motorcycles with his truck on Pulaski Pike earlier this month, fatally injuring 48-year-old Nathaniel Fletcher and admitting to drinking earlier in the day—while toxicology results are pending. WAFF 48
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested Bernabe Eguia, 44, on manslaughter charges after a shooting on July 21 at the 300 block of Robin Road SW in Decatur left one person dead+ he is held at Morgan County Jail with a bond of one hundred thousand dollars while the victim's identity remains confidential until family members are notified. WAAY 31
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Dale Strong will host an Academy Day at Huntsville High School’s gym on Aug 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—north Alabama high school students interested in military academies will meet representatives from West Point, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and Merchant Marine Academy as well as military recruiters to learn about a nomination process that allows each Congress member one nominee per academy per year. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials said the Planning Commission has backed the $400 million Mill Creek project and that digging for the first two residential buildings will begin in the first quarter next year on the southwest corner of the site near downtown. They added the project will use $50 million in secure federal funding to move residents from Johnson Towers into new housing—creating a mixed-income community with quality public spaces. AL.com
- ➤ Huntsville’s public radio station WLRH announced it will lose $155,000 each year after Congress approved a bill that cut federal support for public broadcasting. Founded in 1976 by the local library, the station is exploring its options & may face tough decisions in the coming months. AL.com
- ➤ Huntsville Utilities is upgrading its billing system with a new app and web portal that let customers manage their account. They said no disconnections will occur on July 21 — kiosks will be removed on July 25 and 29, auto pay details will transfer on August 2, and the new app goes live on August 11. WHNT News 19
TRAVEL NEWS
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Kami Con - Huntsville Anime Invasion
3 p.m. - 12 a.m. — vbc south hall — Tickets available online — Celebrate Japanese culture, gaming, and anime with fellow enthusiasts.
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Huntsville City FC vs. Orlando City B
7-10 p.m. — Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium — Admission Charged — Don't miss this exciting soccer matchup between Huntsville City FC and Orlando City B.
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Matt Stell Concert
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Guntersville City Harbor — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with multi-platinum country artist Matt Stell as he brings his chart-topping hits to the stage.
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"Weird Al" Yankovic Live
7:30-9 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the king of comedy songs on his 'Bigger & Weirder' tour this summer.
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Level Up STEAM Camp: Robotics Engineering for Kids
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — DiVRgence — Registration required — Dive into robotics with hands-on projects for 3rd to 6th graders and enjoy team challenges in engineering!
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Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Birmingham Barons
6:35-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Field — Admission Charged — Cheer for the local Rocket City Trash Pandas as they take on the Birmingham Barons in this exciting baseball matchup.
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Calimar White Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Ticket required with ID match — Enjoy an evening of energetic comedy from St. Petersburg's own Calimar White.
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Jim Parker's Songwriters Series
6:30-9 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — $25 — Experience the stories and music from hit songwriters including Steven Dale Jones, Brian White, and Phillip White.
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Throttle Fest 2025
7-11:30 p.m. — Rocket City Honky Tonk — $20 GA Tickets — Experience the high-energy performance of The Georgia Thunderbolts with special guest The Josephines and more.
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Phusion Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of laughter with local comedians at Huntsville's favorite open mic night.
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