Daily
Huntsville
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kalm Therapeutics in Huntsville has added Dr. Peter Lio— a Harvard-trained dermatologist and researcher— as both an investor and Scientific Advisory Board member to advance its experimental patch therapy for inflammatory skin diseases. The appointment comes as the company prepares to meet key clinical milestones and explore strategic partnerships. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville’s Music Office will host its final Quarterly Music Meetup on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6-8 p.m. at the Vesper Sky Lounge in the new Trilogy Hotel—this free event brings local artists, venue owners and music fans together to review a record-breaking year and preview next steps in the city's growing music scene. City of Huntsville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parks and Recreation will open online registration on Nov. 17 for winter break camps for Huntsville City School students in grades 1-6 at Cavalry Hill Community Center and Mark Russell Recreation Center. The camps are scheduled for Dec. 22-24 with sessions from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 22-23 and 8 a.m. until noon on Dec. 24 — the fee is $15 for the first child and $10 for up to three additional siblings. City of Huntsville
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation Department is collecting warm apparel in cooperation with Christmas Charities Year Round through the Cozy Care Holiday Drive, which will run until Dec. 8 to help those in need as the weather turns cold. Donors should drop off clean, wearable coats, hats, and gloves in designated boxes at recreation centers (donations should not be left at the door). WHNT News 19
- ➤ Dr. Joe Fitzgerald, who grew up in a military family, has led Huntsville’s Veterans Day Parade for many years and said the event is the largest of its kind in the nation—he also helped dedicate a unique memorial park that brings groups from across the country to honor veterans. WAFF 48
- ➤ The City of Huntsville passed a resolution to provide up to $1.98 million in interest-free predevelopment funding for Phase 2 of the Mill Creek project — which will build about 100 senior housing units. Phase 1 is set to start vertical construction in early March 2026 to deliver 84 universally designed units. City of Huntsville
- ➤ Today and tomorrow, federal workers who lost pay can get help at First Baptist Church in Huntsville from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They must bring a government ID and can receive help with money, food and feelings—organizers have planned extra parking for a large turnout. WAAY 31
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ One of Huntsville's biggest events to raise money for kids' health care took place Thursday at the Von Braun Center (6:30 p.m.), where community dancers raised $736,957 and Top Champion Carter McNeil collected $193,220. WAAY 31 News team members Marie Waxel, Demetria Green, and Mike Wright hosted the event in support of HEALS Inc (which provides free medical and dental care to local children). WAAY 31
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ District 1 is set to get a new 500,000-square-foot shopping center anchored by Super Target, Home Depot, and a third yet-to-be-decided store near Food City—approved by city council tonight and located next to a proposed Huntsville Hospital campus. FOX 54
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April Pendergrass Band Live
7-10 p.m. — Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday — Check for rates — Experience an evening of lively country music under the stars with local favorite April Pendergrass.
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Candlelight - A Tribute to Adele
8:30-10 p.m. — The Electric Belle — $15+ — Experience a magical tribute to Adele illuminated by candlelight in Huntsville's unique venue.
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Chris Janson Concert
7–8:30 p.m. — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets available starting at $10 — Celebrate Veterans Day with live performances from Chris Janson and Craig Campbell.
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Phat Sammy's Phusion Comedy Open Mic
9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs as local comedians take the stage to showcase their talent.
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Gingerbread Marketplace
4 PM - 8 PM — Alabama a & M Univ Agribition — $3 — Discover unique holiday gifts from over 100 local vendors and enjoy festive activities.
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Medieval Fest & Market
11 AM – 6 PM — The Lost Highway Lounge — $10 admission — Experience a vibrant outdoor artist market with medieval-themed entertainment and food.
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Auditions for A Streetcar Named Desire
6-7 p.m. — Theatre Huntsville Scene Shop and Rehearsal Space — Free entry — Try out for a role in the classic play filled with emotional depth and captivating characters.
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A Day To Remember Concert
6:15-7:45 p.m. — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 20 years of Ocean Avenue with A Day to Remember and Yellowcard on the Maximum Fun Tour.
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Phat Sammy's Phusion Comedy Open Mic
9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Unleash your laughter at Huntsville's favorite open mic night featuring local comedians.
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Sell Your Camera Gear at GigaParts
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — GigaParts — Free entry — Get instant quotes and top dollar for your used photography equipment with trade-up bonuses available.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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