Good morning, Huntsville.

Today, Downtown Rescue Mission hosted a Thanksgiving banquet in Huntsville that served warm meals to hundreds—providing support to those experiencing homelessness.

Rose of Sharon organizers collected donations at the Arcadia Circle soup kitchen on November 26 to prep for their Thanksgiving feast — the donations will help provide holiday meals for local families.

The 2025 HBB Live Black Friday Shopping Experience will be broadcast online on Black Friday—offering live coverage of local deals and exclusive promotions for shoppers.

The event is set to stream all day and give local residents a chance to catch special discounts.

The North Alabama Marching Pride makes its first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade appearance today after 18 months of preparation—students had visited New York City and Washington, D.C.

The Alabama Department of Transportation announced it has suspended lane closures on interstates during Thanksgiving to ease congestion and improve safety.

The suspension began yesterday at noon and will end on Sunday at 11:59 p.m.

On November 19th, Huntsville Hospital held a topping-out ceremony to mark the completion of exterior construction for its $150 million Madison Street Tower expansion — the five-story, 154,000 sq ft addition will add 120 new patient rooms, an improved ER trauma entrance, and specialized care units, and it is set to open in spring 2027. The project, designed by Chapman Sisson Architects with Robins & Morton as contractor, reflects the hospital’s effort to meet the region’s growing healthcare needs.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing has launched Neighborhood Nursing to provide free health screenings in underserved Madison County neighborhoods such as Triana and Huntsville Housing Authority starting in January — nursing students under faculty supervision will test for conditions like diabetes, cancer, and mental health issues and refer residents to local clinics for further care.

With Thanksgiving near, food safety experts in Huntsville urge home cooks to thaw their turkey properly, use a food thermometer to reach 165 degrees and wash hands for 20 seconds— they advise keeping raw foods, allergens and cooked items separate while discarding leftovers within three to four days.

Monrovia Senior Center opened a new Meals on Wheels site at 254 Allen Drake Drive after five years of planning—delivering hot meals to 25 residents on Nov.

17. The program will continue daily with volunteers preparing meals for those in need.

WAAY 31 aired its full special presentation titled Iron Bowl Special: Battle in Bama ahead of Saturday's game to preview what fans can expect during the matchup.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bollywood Dance Class

6:15-7:15 p.m. — Saturn Jive Dance Space — $15, $10 for students — Experience the vibrant and energetic world of Bollywood dance combining traditional and modern styles.

Laser Holidays at Campus 805

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Campus 805 — $10 — Experience a dazzling holiday laser show accompanied by festive music and stunning visuals.

An Evening with Peter Billingsley & A Christmas Story

6:30-8 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Relive the holiday classic 'A Christmas Story' with Ralphie himself, Peter Billingsley, in an interactive celebration.