Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Angel’s Island Coffee in Huntsville mobilizes community support, collecting furniture, essentials, and money for those affected by the Fern Parc Apartments fire. WHNT News 19
- ➤ The Whistlestop BBQ Festival returns to Huntsville's MidCity District on Oct. 18-19, offering live music, food trucks, and BBQ competitions, with proceeds benefiting EarlyWorks Children’s Museum. The Madison Record
- ➤ The 21st Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run for breast cancer awareness will take place on Saturday in downtown Huntsville. WAFF 48
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eric Council Jr. was arrested for hacking the SEC's X account to falsely announce Bitcoin ETF approvals, significantly impacting Bitcoin's value. WAAY 31
- ➤ Jordan Latrell Smith and Kennedy Thomas Turner were charged with reckless murder following a shooting on Meridian Street. WAFF 48
- ➤ Huntsville Police are actively searching for two individuals involved in theft, urging the public to submit any information to assist in their capture. WAFF 48
TRAVEL NEWS
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Voces8 Concert
Experience an enchanting performance by the renowned vocal ensemble Voces8 at Trinity United Methodist Church.
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Clown College Comedy Open Mic Night
Experience an entertaining evening filled with laughter at the Clown College Comedy Open Mic hosted by local comedians in Huntsville.
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Phusion Comedy Open Mic Night with Alex Zee
Experience a night of laughter and local talent at the Phusion Comedy Open Mic hosted by Huntsville’s own Alex Zee every Wednesday.
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Railyard Barbeque Brawl Competition
Experience a thrilling BBQ showdown with Shade Tree and Master Series competitions featuring various cooking styles and meats in Madison, AL.
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Jesse McCartney Live Concert
Experience an evening of live music with Jesse McCartney at Mars Music Hall in Huntsville.
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2024 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile Race
Experience a thrilling community event featuring a 5K run and a fun Monster Mile on the festive day of October 26.
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Blossomwood Witches Ride: A Community Celebration
Experience a whimsical bike ride event where women dressed as witches spread joy by throwing candy to children in the Blossomwood neighborhood.
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Monthly Meal Service at Downtown Rescue Mission
Experience a communal meal service on the fourth Monday of each month at the Downtown Rescue Mission in Huntsville.
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Silver Bullet Comedy Open Mic Night
Experience an evening of laughter and talent at the Silver Bullet Comedy Open Mic hosted by local favorites Jonathan Silver and Dom Carr in Huntsville.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring haunting music inspired by Halloween, performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting venue.
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