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Huntsville
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The STARS Dancing for HEALS fundraiser will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Von Braun Center to raise money for HEALS Inc.—which provides free medical and dental care to local children. WAAY 31’s Demetria Green and GM Mike Wright will emcee the event as community stars, including Dr. Jessica Ivey, dance to support the cause. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville Parks & Recreation will host its free Fall for All festival on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Big Spring Park West. The event will feature pumpkin bowling, flower planting, mechanical bull riding, live music and snacks from local vendors. City of Huntsville
- ➤ Huntsville Animal Services moved from near-overcrowded conditions to level one capacity thanks to strong community support—each dog now has proper space and care. Officials urge continued adoptions, fostering, and sharing to keep the improvement going. FOX 54
- ➤ The STARS Dancing for HEALS fundraiser is at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 6 at the Von Braun Center — community stars will dance to raise funds for HEALS Inc. which provides free dental and medical care to children in Huntsville and Madison County. WAAY 31
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber hosted its 40th Annual Small Business Awards Gala last week at the Von Braun Center. The event celebrated local winners — such as SkyfireAI and Good Company Café — to show how diverse industries drive Huntsville’s economy. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville will host a free Civil War roundtable event where Bob Boyer and Jason Breuning will discuss why engaging in Civil War history is important. WAAY 31
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Alabama in Huntsville saw a 10% increase in enrollment for its graduate and master's programs for the 2025-2026 school year. WAFF 48
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Mayor Tommy Battle presents Huntsville’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget—focusing on road work, quality of life, and public safety staffing. The plan includes a $343,723,103 operating budget with funds for street resurfacing, new road projects and extra police and parks employees, with further City Council discussions on Sept. 19 and Sept. 25. City of Huntsville
- ➤ The City of Athens approved a conditional rezoning for a planned 255-home community on September 10 ahead of the relocation of U.S. Space Command headquarters to Redstone Arsenal. Engineering and builder coordination began immediately to refine the plans and ensure that at least 45% of the property is preserved as open space—officials say the development will support long-term housing demand in the region. WHNT News 19
- ➤ Redstone Arsenal leaders addressed concerns over Gate 3’s new operation hours, which began on September 2 with closures at 1 p.m. due to a 17% reduction in security staff—officials said they are working with partners to resolve staffing challenges as USSPACECOM’s move brings future changes. WHNT News 19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football starts Week 3 today with North Jackson vs. St John Paul II at Wicks Family Field at 7 p.m. and many more games will happen on Friday, Sept. 12—FOX54 will show local highlights. FOX 54
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Live Music with April Pendergrass
7-10 p.m. — Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively country, rock, and Americana music under the stars at the campground.
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Garden Soirée
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $200 individual ticket, $2,000 table — Experience an elegant evening of cocktails, dinner, and a live auction for a great cause.
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The Redstone Edge Conference
The government contracting industry is ever-changing and evolving, and the Redstone Edge Conference was developed with that in mind. Our goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to succeed in this highly regulated and complicated industry.
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The Redstone Edge Conference
The government contracting industry is ever-changing and evolving, and the Redstone Edge Conference was developed with that in mind. Our goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to succeed in this highly regulated and complicated industry.
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The Plot In You Concert
7-9 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Tickets available online — Enjoy an evening with The Plot In You supported by Northlane, Invent Animate, and Windwaker.
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Mark Normand Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Mark Normand at a prime Huntsville venue.
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Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Tickets from $49.50 — Don't miss this live performance featuring two iconic music acts in a vibrant venue.
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blink-182 Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Orion Amphitheater — Tickets starting at $17 — Catch blink-182 live in an unforgettable night of pop punk music.
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Lil Wayne Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Check site for ticket info — Experience the legendary rap icon Lil Wayne perform live in Huntsville.
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Reed Timmer Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience live storm chasing insights with Reed Timmer in Huntsville.
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Monarch Butterfly Tagging and Release
10:00-10:45 a.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Child: $20, Adult: $27 — Help tag and release monarch butterflies while learning about their migration.
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