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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a house fire on Thursday in Toney after a lightning strike caused heavy smoke from the attic (off Highway 53 between Toney Road and Old Railroad Bed Road) and extinguished the blaze by 4:15 p.m. with no injuries reported while an investigation is ongoing. WHNT News 19
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At her Aniah’s Law hearing on Friday, Kierra Clark faced charges as Huntsville Police revealed text messages linking her to a plan—allegedly directing a suspect to abduct and potentially torture realtor Ronald Dumas, who disappeared in December after his car was found in Memphis and bank records tied him to a prostitution scheme. WAAY 31
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has increased patrols in school zones as students head back to school and trained deputies to ticket speeding and distracted driving—officials note that higher fines and longer traffic delays may affect drop-off and pick-up times. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville police launched the Zero in the Zone initiative to slow drivers in school zones as students prepare to return to class Monday—officers will issue tickets for reckless driving and urge commuters to choose alternative routes when possible. WAAY 31
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Hospital will expand its downtown campus with a new wing that adds clinical space and 120 private patient rooms while partnering with local colleges to boost nurse training. Crestwood is building a freestanding emergency department in Madison that is set to open in early 2026 to handle increased patient demand. Huntsville Business Journal
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Rocket City Octane Auto Show 2025
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — VBC South Hall — $15 (kids 12 and under free) — Celebrate automotive passion with family-friendly fun and special guests at North Alabama's premier auto show.
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Huntsville Hamfest
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — vbc south hall — $12 online, $15 at the door — Explore the world's friendliest hamfest with vendors, forums, and a youth lounge.
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Girl Of Glass Concert Featuring Masticated
6-8 p.m. — Mad Malts Brewing — Tickets available — Enjoy live music from Masticated as they showcase new tracks and fan favorites.
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DisruptHR HSV 2025
5:45-8 p.m. — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Heavy hors d'oeuvres served — Engage with local HR leaders and innovative ideas to disrupt traditional practices.
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Phusion Comedy Open Mic
8:00-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedians at Huntsville's favorite comedy open mic.
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805 After Five Concert Series
5-9 p.m. — Straight to Ale — Free entry — Experience electrifying live music along with local vendors and food trucks under the stars.
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University Pickers Fall Open House
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — University Pickers — Free entry — Celebrate the cozy charm of the season with unique finds at the Annual Fall Open House.
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Running of the Bulls 2025
8-10 AM — Hampton Cove Middle School — Proceeds support the PTA — Encourage the entire family to join in a fun and charitable run.
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Rocketman Triathlon 2025
7 AM - 1 PM — Carrol D. Hudson Recreation Area — Registration fees apply — Participate in a thrilling array of triathlon events including relays and aqua-bikes.
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