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Teens can audition for Lab 87 at Fantasy Playhouse
MADISON COUNTY – Teenagers with a sincere interest in the performing arts have an excellent opportunity with auditions for “Lab 87: Teen Acting Conservatory,” a program by Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy. Lab 87 is Fantasy Playhouse’s pre-professional training program designed for passionate performers from...
Falkville woman arrested on drug charges following traffic stop
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - A Falkville woman was arrested on several drug charges following a traffic stop on Tuesday. The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office said a deputy pulled Sherry Painter over on Highway 31 near W. Lacon Road for moving violations. During the traffic stop, deputies said they...
Keeping Physical Media Alive! at KBS VHS
This episode, we meet K.B. Singer, who owns and operates KBS VHS on Clinton Row in Downtown Huntsville. Something interesting we learn about K.B. - not only have they been on our TV screens in some of our favorite shows, but if you've been to "That's Sketchy" at Shenanigans Comedy Theatre, then you've also seen the product of their experience learning the ropes behind the scenes! Click play to get to know this cinephile!
Orion Casino Night to benefit Merrimack Hall returns
HUNTSVILLE – With casinos, it’s hard to beat the house. However, when the house is the Orion Amphitheater and the Merrimack Hall Performing Arts Center is the winner, it feels good to fold ’em. In November, everything is on the table for the second annual Casino Night...
Check out these cool August events in the Huntsville area
When: August 9-18 Where: Various locations. We cannot mention August events and not mention the Paris Olympics or our monthly food truck rally. And these are a combined event this month!. When: Aug. 3 5PM-9PM Where: Big Spring Park, 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. 3. Lainey Wilson. One...
Man allegedly shoots Huntsville cop with BB gun
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A man allegedly shot a Huntsville police officer with a BB gun Wednesday morning. Police said it happened as the officers were on a call in the 200 block of Whitestone Drive. The officer was not seriously hurt. Malik Prentice is charged with aggravated assault and...
TARCOG hosting fraud and scam summit for seniors
HUNTSVILLE — With reports of elder fraud spiking across the nation, one organization is stepping in to help seniors in the Huntsville area defend themselves from the growing criminal trend. The support is being provided by TARCOG (Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments), the region’s area agency on...
Florence man charged in Cloverdale drug bust
A Florence man faces several drug charges after authorities searched a residence on the 3100 block of County Road 10 in Cloverdale on July 26. The Lauderdale County Drug Task Force says they obtained a warrant due to the drug dealing activities of one of the people living in the residence.
Strong hosting Military Service and Academy Day at Huntsville High School
HUNTSVILLE — Army. Navy. Air Force. Coast Guard. Merchant Marines. Representatives of these service academies will join military recruiters next month at the second annual Military Service and Appreciation Day hosted by Rep. Dale Strong. The event is Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Huntsville High...
Expect some more steamy days here in the Rocket City
We realize that no one needs us to tell them it is really darn hot here in the Huntsville area these days. And while that is somewhat normal for Alabama summers, the excessive heat and daily heat advisories are no joke. Unfortunately, the Rocket City will not get much relief...
Man in critical condition after being hit by vehicle
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A man is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle Wednesday morning. According to Don Webster with HEMSI, the man was hit on University Drive near Research Park. The man was taken to Huntsville Hospital with life-threatening injuries. Huntsville Police believe the pedestrian was...
New grocery store opens in Fairfield
FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - The Carver Jones Market is now open in Fairfield, bringing a new grocery store to the area. Prior to the market’s opening, owners said “100% of Fairfield — 3,400 households — have zero acceptable access to ‘good’ and fresh food, which leads to hunger, poor health, higher food prices, and increased morbidity.”
Shoals Solid Waste Authority to sell land to new business
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. (WAFF) - The Shoals Solid Waste Authority has agreed to sell up to two acres of property in the Colbert County Industrial Park to a new business, according to our news partners at the Times Daily. The board agreed to sell the property to Grass Life, a Muscle...