Good morning, Huntsville.

On Dec. 15, Huntsville's Jewish community united after a terror attack occurred in Sydney on the first day of Hanukkah.

Local leaders say residents remain resilient and supportive as they come together in the wake of the event.

A Christmas tree along the Tinsel Trail at Big Spring Park honors 13 local police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty and reminds community families of their sacrifice, with Monday, Dec.

15 marking Officer Freeman’s anniversary.

Samella Jones, a 61-year-old resident at The Huntsville Summit apartments, said repeated calls for heat repairs returned only automated responses as she and other tenants face freezing conditions.

Federal funding will support a complete renovation starting in March — management has yet to address the issue.

Huntsville-based veteran-owned Resolution, LLC was selected for the Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD contract to boost multi-layered defense systems.

The 10-year award lets Resolution deliver specialized space engineering services—including power systems, guidance, and test support—to government customers.

The public library added 50 local albums to its BLAST music platform on Dec.

15, expanding its collection from local artists. The service lets listeners stream without a library card and will feature more local submissions starting September 2026 (as part of Huntsville Music Month).

A commemoration service held Sunday in Huntsville celebrated Rosa Parks’ legacy — the event highlighted her enduring role in advancing justice.

The Beasley Brothers Holiday Show will take place at Dream Theater in Huntsville, featuring festive live music and seasonal cheer.

More details on performance times will be released soon (check local listings).

Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville is preparing for Artemis II's February launch that will send astronauts around the moon as teams finalize integrated tests and simulations.

The center will also develop landing systems with industry to support future crewed lunar missions.

Alabama Public Television officials voted in November to continue offering PBS programming through June 30, 2026 after Gov. Kay Ivey requested a public review, following reports that Arkansas became the first state to drop PBS programming.

With a cold snap gripping the area today, residents are switching to firewood instead of raising their thermostats to stay warm.

Local stores report increased firewood sales as people prepare for the chill.

A Stacker.com report ranks Owens Cross Roads as having the highest home values in the metro based on Zillow and Census data; Madison, Gurley and Meridianville also show sharp gains (price ranges from $70K to nearly $6M).

This suggests buyers may find greater affordability outside city limits.

Jingle Jazz Tour - Huntsville 2025

6-10 p.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $60+ — Experience a magical holiday evening filled with smooth jazz and soulful performances by renowned artists.

Bollywood Dance Class

6:15-7:15 p.m. — Saturn Jive Dance Space — $15/$10 for students — Experience the vibrant fusion of traditional Indian dance with modern styles in this inaugural class.

Rudolph Run 2025

8:00 AM — Constitution Village — Save up to $10 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a fun-filled 5K and 1 Mile run for all ages.

Rocket City Classic presented by Akima - Alabama vs. Kennesaw State

The Crimson Tide return to the Rocket City Classic as they face Kennesaw State at the Von Braun Center on Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. A potential NCAA Tournament first round matchup as the Owls are picked as one of the top teams in Conference USA and led by former Tide star Antonio Pettway.

Rocket City Classic presented by Akima - Alabama vs. Kennesaw State

The Crimson Tide return to the Rocket City Classic as they face Kennesaw State at the Von Braun Center on Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. A potential NCAA Tournament first round matchup as the Owls are picked as one of the top teams in Conference USA and led by former Tide star Antonio Pettway.

Phat Sammy's Phusion Comedy Open Mic

9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at Huntsville's weekly comedy open mic hosted by local talents.

Huntsville Havoc vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers

7-8:30 p.m. — Propst Arena — Watch the thrilling matchup between the Havoc and Ice Flyers on FloHockey.

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

8:45-9:45 p.m. — Stovehouse Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning candlelight concert featuring the iconic music of Queen and ABBA performed by the Listeso String Quartet.

Phat Sammy's Comedy Open Mic Night

9-11 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs hosted by local comedians at this vibrant open mic event.

Cactus Tate Live Comedy Show

7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $27.02 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Cactus Tate at this vibrant comedy venue.

Candlelight Concert Featuring Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Stovehouse Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical sounds of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a captivating candlelit setting.