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Huntsville
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The beloved Preston Valley Christmas Lights will not light this holiday season because the Zeek family's home suffered hail damage and burst pipes—this pause ends a tradition that drew 12,000 to 15,000 visitors each year and will return next year. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville City Council has launched the Deck the Districts holiday light contest for homeowners in all five districts, with participants required to submit quality photos online by December 12. Winners will be announced at the December 18 City Council meeting and receive a festive decorative yard sign—granting them bragging rights. WHNT News 19
- ➤ Huntsville families in need can receive more than 1,000 free Thanksgiving turkey boxes on Monday and Tuesday from the Downtown Rescue Mission at 1400 Evangel Drive – individuals without a voucher join a waiting list and will be notified if a box becomes available. Each box, distributed from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., serves four to six people. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The LEGO Group announced that the free LEGO Holiday Lane will open at Bridge Street Town Center from December 5 to 7—offering visitors two areas with interactive storefronts and a towering illuminated tree. The celebration will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 12 to 6 p.m. on Sunday with lines closing at 5:30 p.m. WHNT News 19
- ➤ The Huntsville Music Office is hosting A FLY Christmas curated by ADIA at Mars Music Hall on Saturday, Dec. 20 — the show will feature ADIA, Jazz McKenzie, Lamont Landers, and Leon Jorden performing holiday classics. The concert includes five bicycle giveaways and a donation station with items to help community members in need. City of Huntsville
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville International Airport reported nearly 153,000 passengers in October—a 3.9% increase over October 2024—even as the federal shutdown ended last week. If this growth continues, the airport will break its record for the third consecutive year while exceeding budget projections. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a local news report revealed that residents in a Monrovia neighborhood had not received mail for nearly two weeks, USPS delivered all delayed mail on Thursday morning — an extra truck also passed through with additional items. WAFF 48
- ➤ Huntsville Parks and Recreation is hosting a month of holiday events across the city — including the Big Spring Jingle on Dec. 19 from 4-8 p.m. in Big Spring Park with a DJ dance party, food trucks, crafts and a Santa photo-op — with additional activities such as a Toys for Tots Drive and a wreath workshop set throughout December. WHNT News 19
- ➤ Members of the Madison County Commission are moving ahead with plans to build a new courthouse in Huntsville—officials say planning stages will follow soon. WAFF 48
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Smith Family Clinic for Genomic Medicine opened in November 2015 and has helped many patients with rare illnesses by using genomic tests—offering counseling and screenings when needed. Named after local philanthropist Mark Smith, the clinic also aids HudsonAlpha research studies focused on finding new treatments. Huntsville Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Huntsville-Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame announced the 2026 induction class — one of its most diverse lineups ever — with details on the upcoming ceremony to be shared soon. WAFF 48
- ➤ The Second Annual Battle of the Brave took place at Huntsville Ice Center and raised over $21,000 for Still Serving Veterans, doubling last year’s $10,000 donation. Organizer Steve Dermer—a retired Army veteran—said the hockey game will become an annual event as more players and fans join the cause. The Madison Record
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Huntsville Havoc vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling ice hockey matchup between local favorites and the visiting Pensacola team.
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The Awakening Tour 2025
7-8:30 p.m. — Propst Arena — Tickets on sale August 15 — Experience a night of high-energy performances with Skillet, Jeremy Camp, and We Are Messengers, sparking a movement to awaken a generation.
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Phat Sammy’s Phusion Comedy Open Mic
9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Join local comedians for a night of laughs and entertainment at this open mic event.
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32nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K
8:00 AM – 10:30 PM — The University of Alabama in Huntsville — Registration open — Kick off Thanksgiving with family and friends while supporting crisis services.
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Quad City Storm vs Huntsville Havoc
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Propst Arena — Check the streaming options for a thrilling hockey match between Quad City Storm and Huntsville Havoc.
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Ditto Landing 10K
8 a.m.–12 p.m. — Ditto Landing — Entry fee required — Participate in a scenic 10K run benefiting local scholarships for Huntsville students.
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Trail Care: Harvest Square
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Harvest Square Nature Preserve — Volunteer opportunity — Help maintain the trails with no experience required and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Pancakes with the Grinch at the North Pole
9 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Huntsville — $10+ — Enjoy a festive breakfast banquet and games with the Grinch in a magical holiday atmosphere.
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Huntsville Havoc vs. Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs
5-6:30 p.m. — Propst Arena — Streaming available — Watch the Havoc take on the Rail Yard Dawgs in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Holiday Magic 2025
6 p.m. — Burritt on the Mountain — $150 per person — Experience an enchanting holiday dinner with gourmet meals and festive performances at the historic site.
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