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Huntsville
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville’s Dynamic Diva Duo will give 200 free turkeys to help those in need and spur local involvement — the initiative aims to strengthen community support. WAAY 31
- ➤ Huntsville radio host Mojo is 40 feet high at the Ashley Furniture Home Store parking lot for the 23rd annual Bikes or Bust fundraiser, where he will stay for four days to help collect bicycles for the Kids to Love Foundation—aiming to brighten the Christmas season for foster children. The Alabama National Guard is on site to assist in donations as the event works toward a goal of gathering 1,000 bikes. WAAY 31
- ➤ Susann Montgomery-Clark is featured as a woman of true grit for her role as Home Sparkl offers help during the holiday season. Her work connects community members with essential aid — demonstrating steadfast local leadership. WAFF 48
- ➤ Mojo, host of the Mojo Radio Show, is flying above Huntsville for five days to raise awareness and collect bikes for foster children through the Kids to Love Foundation — his mission will support local foster care efforts. WAAY 31
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A preliminary NTSB report detailed a plane crash in Montana that killed Mark Anderson and his daughters — Lainey and Ellie — as investigators work to understand the incident. WAAY 31
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 20, the Huntsville Music Office held its final Quarterly Music Meetup at the new Vesper Sky Lounge where Music Officer Matt Mandrella shared how local music grew in 2025. He noted that the city earned Fast Company's praise, saw more than 2,220 events + built strong partnerships as Huntsville readies its plans for 2026. City of Huntsville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Calhoun Community College celebrated reaching the 10,000-student enrollment mark on Thursday+ the milestone marks a key achievement in the school’s growth. FOX 54
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville will add six new hybrid diesel/electric buses to its transit fleet using a $6.1 million federal grant, replacing older vehicles that have ended service. Mayor Tommy Battle and transit officials say the buses will run cleaner and use less fuel—efforts that will modernize the city's public transportation system. FOX 54
- ➤ Huntsville Animal Services lowered dog euthanasia from about forty-five cases a month to 14 in October by using new programs and a computer upgrade. Adoptions rose to 102 a month and transfers now average 32 while voluntary drop-offs fell—director John Fischer credits the changes to updated methods and stronger community support. AL.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Travel experts advise those flying out of Huntsville Airport to plan ahead and arrive early — they recommend extra time for baggage check and security as holiday travel is expected to be busy. WAAY 31
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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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Phat Sammy's Phusion Comedy Open Mic
9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedians hosted by Branden Willis and Alex Zee.
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