🏠 35th Annual Dog Ball

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In today’s Homely Huntsville:

• 4 Weekend Events

• Weekend Weather

• Huntsville News

• Huntsville Real Estate

• Huntsville Business

• Deal of the Week

• Business Spotlight

• Huntsville Jobs

• Huntsville Sports

• Huntsville Music

• Huntsville Obituary

• Huntsville History

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Bear Brothers Cleaning 🐻

Bear Brothers Cleaning is transforming homes across Huntsville, one sparkling room at a time. 🧹 From deep cleaning to routine tidying, we’re trusted by countless families who know the value of coming home to clean perfection.

📞 Call us now at (256) 633-6332, and let us take care of the mess!
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4 Weekend Events 📅

Here are four things to do this weekend!

35th Annual Dog Ball 🐶✨

The Dog Ball, the largest annual fundraiser for the Greater Huntsville Humane Society, is a much-anticipated and enjoyable event that benefits the Humane Society’s animal shelter by helping defray expenses incurred while caring for animals in need.

• Date: February 8, 2025

• Time: 05:45 pm to 09:30 pm

• Location: Von Braun Center South Hall 700 Monroe Street Southwest Huntsville

• More details: http://thedogball.org/

Rocket City Sweetheart Market 💕🛍

Find the perfect love month gift at the Rocket City Sweetheart Market, featuring handcrafted treasures, curated vintage finds, and delicious local bites. Every purchase supports local artisans and businesses, making your gift even more meaningful!

• Date: February 8, 2025

• Time: 09:00 am to 04:00 pm

• Location: University Pickers 3405 Triana Boulevard Southwest Huntsville

Literature Fair 📖 🖋

Immerse yourself in the magic of words at the Burnwater Books Literature Fair, where local voices and timeless stories come together. Discover new reads and meet new friends while grabbing coffee and a bagel.

• Date: February 8, 2025

• Time: 08:00 am to 01:00 pm

• Location: Canadian Baking 501 Church St NW Suite A Huntsville

Beginner Cookie Decorating Class 🍪♥️

Otter’s Cookie Shack is hosting its first-ever beginner-friendly decorating class, guiding participants step-by-step in creating adorable Valentine’s cookies. No experience is needed; each attendee will take eight decorated treats home!

• Date: February 9, 2025

• Time: 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm

• Location: University Pickers 3405 Triana Boulevard Southwest Huntsville

Weekend Weather ☀️

You can look at our detailed forecast here.

Saturday, February 8

Day: Cloudy with a slight chance of a rain shower. High near 77°F. Winds SSW at 10–20 mph. Humidity 71%. UV Index 2/11. Sunrise at 6:38 am, sunset at 5:23 pm.

Night: Showers early, transitioning to a steady light rain overnight. Low 47°F. Winds shifting from SW to NNW at 10–15 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Humidity 78%. UV Index 0/11.

Sunday, February 9

Day: Overcast with a slight chance of a rain shower. High 53°F. Winds N at 5–10 mph. Humidity 70%. UV Index 3/11. Sunrise at 6:37 am, sunset at 5:24 pm.

Night: Cloudy skies. Low 43°F. Winds N at 5–10 mph. Humidity 78%. UV Index 0/11.

The Trade Table 🏠

When the power goes out, the DuroMax XP13000HX Portable Dual Fuel Gas Generator keeps your home running strong. With 13,000 watts of dual-fuel capability, this powerhouse runs on gasoline or propane, giving you flexibility in any emergency. Its 500cc OHV engine can handle everything from essential appliances to central A/C, keeping your home running when the grid fails. Push-button start, a digital command center, and CO Alert technology make it easy and safe to use, while solid-fill tires ensure it’s ready to roll wherever you need it. Get yours now at The Trade Table and take $50 off—because real power means never being left in the dark.

Huntsville News 📝

Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville

Camellia Music & Arts Festival canceled: ‘Great disappointment’

If you purchased tickets for the music festival’s Huntsville debut, think of it this way—you’ll get some money back soon.

Huntsville MPO seeks public input on long-term transportation projects

If you have ideas about improving transportation on Huntsville’s highways or through public transit, the Huntsville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is eager to listen. Know how here. 

Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings

Alabama, long ranked in the bottom five for education, is improving, per the latest NAEP Nation’s Report Card. Full report.

Tuberville questions Army Secretary nominee on military construction in Huntsville

Sen. Tommy Tuberville urged Army nominee Dan Driscoll to expedite military construction, including at Redstone Arsenal.

Huntsville Real Estate 🏡

This newly built 2-bedroom, 2-bath home by Southern Custom Homes, priced at $399,000, features vaulted ceilings, upgraded lighting, and hardwood floors. The gourmet kitchen offers custom cabinetry and leathered granite countertops. Conveniently located—1 mile from Huntsville Hospital, 1.7 miles from Crestwood Hospital, and 4 miles from Redstone Arsenal Gate 8.

Huntsville Housing Market

Here’s an update on Huntsville real estate

Active Listing: 1,078 homes

Changes from last week: +1.12% 🔼

Average Home Value: $269,045

Changes from last week: None 🟰

Homes for Sale Under $500K: 627

Changes from last week: +2.45%🔼

Homes for Sale Under $900K: 820

Changes from last week: +1.74% 🔼

Source: Zillow

Huntsville Business 🏢

New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news

Huntsville biotech company secures $10 million for Parkinson’s trial

It’s a trial of a new way to deliver medication to advanced Parkinson’s disease patients. Know more.

Alabama's first Gabe's Stores is coming to Madison

Retailers such as T.J. Maxx, Burlington, Marshall’s, and Ross are about to face fresh competition.

Vinyl Record Trail draws hundreds of visitors

Are records back in style?

Health-focused café chain launching first Alabama spot in Huntsville

The store will bring the brand's signature menu of nutritious offerings to the area.

🌟 Deal of the Week! 🌟

Looking for a fun and unique date night?

Save 20% on your booking at Huntsville Escape Rooms with promo code LOVE—just book by Valentine’s Day! Skip the usual dinner and make your experience an unforgettable adventure. 💕

Business Spotlight 🏬

The Moon Bakeshop 🧁🥐

This small-batch, locally-owned bakery offers a daily menu of classic favorites, rotating specials crafted from seasonal ingredients, and the bakers' latest inspirations!

📍 201 Jefferson Street, Huntsville

Huntsville Jobs 💼

Looking for a new career opportunity in Huntsville? Check out these exciting job openings:

Production Team Member

Company: Toyota

Location: Huntsville, AL

Pay: $23.00 - $34.26 an hour

Job type: Full-time

House Cleaner

Company: Bear Brothers Cleaning

Location: Huntsville

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Job type: Contract, Choose your hours

Home Services Scheduling Coordinator

Company: Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Location: Hunstville, AL

Pay: $18.64 - $22.82 an hour

Job type: Full-time

Huntsville Sports 🏈

Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate

Huntsville Havoc

With a loss against Roanoke, Huntsville Havoc moved to 24-11-0. The team will play against Fayetteville today, February 7, at 7:00 p.m. EST at Crown Coliseum.

at Roanoke

Roanoke dominated early with four first-period goals and held off Huntsville for a 4-1 win in a defense-heavy matchup.

Upcoming Games

02/07 at Fayetteville

02/08 at Fayetteville

02/14 at Knoxville

TriHaz Solutions 🏥

TriHaz Solutions is Huntsville's trusted expert in medical waste management. Committed to safety, compliance, and environmental sustainability, TriHaz Solutions ensures your medical waste is handled responsibly.

Huntsville Music 🎵

Wondering what music awaits you in Huntsville this weekend? See the featured options below, or explore more events on the Huntsville Music Calendar.

R&B Invitation Tour 🎼

This event brings Eric Benét, Joe, and Musiq Soulchild together for an unforgettable night of soulful hits and timeless classics. Don’t miss these legends live as they serenade fans with the smooth sounds of R&B!

• Date: February 8, 2025

• Time: 08:00 pm

• Location: VBC Propst Arena, 700 Monroe Street Southwest Huntsville

Huntsville Obituary

Below is a condensed obituary written by my mother, Lori Britt Webber, daughter of Dr. Daryll Brannon Webber. You can read the full version here.

Doctor Darryl Brannon Britt

“Doctor Darryl Brannon Britt of Scottsboro, Alabama, passed away on January 31, 2025. He was 86 years old. Born in Lineville, Alabama, on October 25, 1938, to his parents, Thomas Byron Britt (Wilma) of Montgomery and Loretta Knight Britt Rooks (Frank) of Heflin, Dr. Darryl Brannon Britt led a remarkable life.

Darryl was an exceptional athlete throughout high school, playing football, baseball and basketball for Oxford High School. After finishing high school, he was offered a football scholarship to the University of Memphis, but he chose to attend The University of Alabama after receiving a full academic scholarship. While attending The University of Alabama, he served as the treasurer for Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, and he helped build the addition to Bryant-Denny Stadium as a skilled apprentice under Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant. For his contributions, Darryl was given two 50-yard-line seats by Coach Bryant, which Judy and Darryl have to this day.

Darryl graduated at the top of his class with a chemistry degree in 1961. He attended UAB Medical School and graduated in 1965. While attending medical school in Birmingham, Alabama, Darryl saw “the most beautiful girl you have ever seen who was smiling at everyone around her” after a church service at Southside Baptist Church. Through a mutually related friend, Darryl asked Judith (Judy) Kincaid for a date, and she agreed to go to an Alabama football game with him. It was love at first sight. They were married two years later, on January 24, 1964.

After completion of medical school, Darryl joined the United States Air Force. There, he was influenced by an outstanding urology surgeon, Dr. Tom Hall. Because of Dr. Hall’s strong influence, Dr. Britt elected to pursue a residency in urology. After his internship, Darryl spent 18 months as a flight surgeon in Tucson, Arizona. He served with the U-2 high-altitude program with two tours in Vietnam. Darryl was transferred to Homestead AFB in Florida after his residency, where he practiced urology and was a flight surgeon. Because of his top-secret clearance from working on the U-2 program, Dr. Britt was chosen to be President Nixon's physician when Nixon visited South Florida. 

Dr. Darryl Britt was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Byron Britt (Wilma) and Loretta Knight Britt Rooks (Frank) and Judy’s mother, Doris Morton Kincaid, and her father, Charles Edwin Kincaid. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Byronese Britt English, and his brother, Stan Frank Rooks, as well as his nephews, Michael Keith English and Andrew Edwin Carson.

Darryl is survived by his wonderful and devoted wife of 61 years, Judy Kincaid Britt, her brother, Edwin Fitzhugh Kincaid (Julia), and sister, Nona Kincaid Perdue (Richard). He is survived by his daughters, Lori Britt Webber (Kevin), Amanda Britt Weaver (Frank), and Christi Britt Finn, as well as his sister, Carol Britt Easterly (Lewis). Survivors also include his grandchildren, Austin Cary McCormick (Mariah), Forrest Brannon Webber, Chase Emerson McCormick (Taniya), Britt Elizabeth Webber, Noelle Grace Webber, Kincaid Eric Finn, Beckett Bryce Finn, Blake Winston Weaver and Cortland Reece Finn and his great-granddaughter, Vayda Grace McCormick.

Finally, Darryl leaves behind his little “Lazarus-like” buddy, Toto, who loves roaming but always finds his way home. May they find each other in Heaven, as he passed away a day after Darryl’s death.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Anniston Chapter of Carpenters for Christ.”

Huntsville History 📖

February 7, 1944 - The Huntsville Times

Help Him Get That Long Distance Call Through Tonight-You can do it by not using Long Distance between 7 and 10 P.M. for urgent calls. Those are the night-time hours when many service men are off duty and it's their best chance to call home."Give 7 to 10 To The Service Men" Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company Incorporated.

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