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Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Scout restores historic missile for his Eagle project
Conner Peyton saw the horribly painted, degrading mess of a missile lying out back by the barbecue shed at the Gentry Isom VFW Post 2702 and he knew he had found what he was looking for. Peyton, a Boy Scout with Troop 368, was looking for his Eagle project and...
Vinson Selected to 2025 Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. | Alabama A&M University offensive lineman Carson Vinson was selected to 100th Annual East-West Shrine Bowl 1,000 Watchlist on Tuesday. Vinson, who is a projected fourth-round NFL draft pick, was selected to the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Preseason Second Team. In 2023, Vinson helped the Bulldogs offense average 374.6 yards per game, including 221.1 yards per game in the air. His play helped Alabama A&M to tops in the conference in red zone offense.
US census takers to conduct test runs in Colorado 4 years before 2030 count
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Six places in the South and West will host practice runs for the next U.S. head count in 2030. The census helps determine political power and the distribution of federal funds. Residents of western Texas; tribal lands in Arizona; Colorado Springs, Colorado.; western North Carolina; Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Huntsville, Alabama, will be encouraged to fill out practice census questionnaires in the spring of 2026. Census Bureau officials said Monday that they hope the tests will help ensure that in 2030, they count the people who were missed in the 2020 census.
Huntsville Utilities CEO Kelley honored as ‘leader of leaders’
HUNTSVILLE – Wes Kelley, president and CEO of Huntsville Utilities, was named “Leader of Leaders” in the most recent graduating class of the Valley Public Power Leadership Academy (VPPLA). The VPPLA is a joint venture of the Tennessee Valley Authority and power companies within the Tennessee Valley.
Nashville-area GOP House race and Senate primaries top Tennessee’s primary ballot
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A first-term Tennessee congressman backed by former President Donald Trump will face a Republican challenger who calls the lawmaker ineffective, a contest that is among the top races in the state’s August primary election. The primary will also cement who will be the Democratic...
University of Alabama System to close Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices
The University of Alabama System is closing each of its Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion departments in accordance with federal law, and Alabama Act 2024-34 (formerly SB-129), which imposes limits on "divisive concepts." The latter was passed and signed by Gov. Kay Ivey on March 20. Each of the system's three campuses — Tuscaloosa, Birmingham and Huntsville — has until Oct. 1 to effect changeovers. ...
Huntsville Animal Services sends out urgent adoption plea as facility faces severe overcrowding
HUNTSVILLE — If you’re looking for a new furry friend to add to the family and to also make a difference in their life your chance has arrived. The Huntsville Animal Shelter it is facing “severe” overcrowding with close to 200 dogs and cats looking for a forever home.
Dickson County Fair Ruturns August 29
The Dickson County Fair has become a fun event for families and a means to educate the public about agriculture and how food is brought to market. This year, the fair offers carnival rides, livestock shows, pageants, food, a demolition derby, a jump and run, a truck pull, and lots of vendors.
Huntsville Metro Planning Organization asks input on new bicycle plan
HUNTSVILLE — If you are one of the many cyclists that transits the biking network running throughout North Alabama, the Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization wants your input on a new bike plan for the Huntsville area. The organization will be hosting an “open house” Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at...
SARAH TRAHERN HONORED WITH BOB KINGSLEY LIVING LEGEND AWARD
Nashville, Tennessee – (July 23 2024) – As one of Nashville’s leading figures in entertainment, Sarah Trahern was honored last night with the Bob Kingsley Living Legend Award. Sarah is an advocate for country music and for all those who are part of it. Her efforts on behalf of a genre she loves extend far beyond Music Row – her role as CEO of the Country Music Association has allowed Sarah to represent all of the industry on a national and a global level. The event was held at the Opry House and benefits the Grand Ole Opry Trust Fund.
Over 1 inch of rain expected over the Huntsville Metro today
Scattered rain and thunderstorms are with us now and they'll stay overhead the Valley throughout the entire day. Rain will be widespread, pockets of thunderstorms or just generally heavy downpours will be hit or miss. The Huntsville Metro is expected to receive just over 1 inch of rain today. Wednesday's...
Hate group caught on camera calling group of children racial slurs enrages parents; NAACP calls for nonviolent response
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A video circulating on social media has parents enraged. The video shows a hate group calling a group of children a variety of racial slurs. Jonathan Williamson, president of the NAACP Nashville chapter spoke with WSMV4 about the incident. “At this point when children are involved...
First Black woman exonerated in the state speaks to raise awareness about Tennessee Innocence Project
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn — The first Black woman to be exonerated of a crime in the state is speaking in East Tennessee this week. Joyce Watkins is the featured speaker at back-to-back events hosted by the Tennessee Innocence Project, a nonprofit organization that focuses on exonerating people who've been convicted of a crime they never committed.
Rain Tuesday morning, threat of storms
You'll need an umbrella if you're heading out in the morning. We'll have patchy fog, temperatures in the 70s and some rain around. Once the early round of rain clears the area, it's possible we see renewed storm development in the afternoon.
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