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Huntsville
Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents gathered at the Huntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial on Saturday afternoon to honor military personnel during National POW/MIA Recognition Day—community members remembered the sacrifices made in service. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ RCP Companies named veteran real estate expert David Wilson as its new Director of Mixed-Use Assets to lead the management of its portfolio — he brings over 37 years of experience and extensive knowledge of the multifamily market to guide future investments. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Olive Garden is testing a new menu that offers lighter portions of seven entrees at a lower price as inflation drives changes in spending; the trial—currently running in 40% of locations including 10 in Alabama—keeps the regular full-sized menu available with unlimited breadsticks and soup or salad. This test reflects the chain's effort to balance customer savings with traditional dining options. AL.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Secretary of Workforce Greg Reed announced wages increased in August to an average of $1,117.54 weekly, the state’s second-highest ever recorded. The unemployment rate dropped to 2.9% as manufacturing and leisure sectors recorded record gains—helping boost economic growth. 1819 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville stays warm this weekend with temperatures in the low 90s while the Autumnal Equinox arrives Monday at 1:19 p.m.—this event marks equal day and night and brings rain chances that will increase later in the week. WHNT News 19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Dale Strong reintroduced his SPACEPORT Act to fund upgrades for spaceports like Huntsville International Airport — the first FAA-approved reentry site in the country. The bill aims to boost North Alabama’s role in future space transportation by strengthening infrastructure for commercial missions. 1819 News
- ➤ The City of Huntsville is developing a new downtown parking ordinance to address issues where lots marked as public parking charge fees—dozens of residents were fined for parking. Officials said the ordinance will clarify rules and prevent future fines. WAFF 48
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Several top marching bands from North Alabama competed in the Rocket City Marching Invitational on Saturday—the first major competition of the year—performing just hours after last night's games to kick off the season. WAFF 48
- ➤ Alabama A&M dominated Lane College 49-7 to improve to a 3-1 season as Eric Handley started in place of Quad Brown (ankle injury) in the game on September 20. WAAY 31
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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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The Brook & The Bluff Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience exquisite tunes and stellar musicianship from Nashville's The Brook & The Bluff band.
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Rocket City Fall Festival & Market
9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local vendors and festive activities at this vibrant community market.
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