🏠 WhistleStop Festival 2024

WhistleStop Festival, First Havoc Game, Huntsville adjusts sanitation rates, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Brick & Tin expands to Huntsville, Exciting development for Huntsville youth baseball

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Forrest Webber
October 18, 2024

Rocket City, what an October, right? The month is not yet done, bringing in excitement as the third weekend is packed with exciting events. There's something for everyone, from the anticipated WhistleStop Festival to spooky celebrations. Don't miss out on all the fun—read more!

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4 Weekend Events 📅

WhistleStop Festival 2024 🍽 🍖

Get ready to fire up your taste buds for the 24th annual WhistleStop BBQ Festival! This beloved North Alabama tradition is a mouthwatering celebration of barbecue and a crucial fundraiser for the EarlyWorks Children's Museum. This year's festival features a new VIP ticket option, offering exclusive perks to elevate your experience. Indulge in a Bourbon Tasting and enjoy other special privileges, all while supporting EarlyWorks' mission to provide hands-on learning opportunities for children.

  • 📅 Date: October 19, 2024

  • 🕚 Time: 10:00 a.m to 11:59 p.m

  • 📍Location: Midcity District 5901 University Drive Huntsville

  • 📩 Website: https://whistlestopweekend.com/

Drop-In & CREATE Saturdays: Pumpkin Patch Still Life 🌈

Be inspired by The Ponchin Legacy: Two Generations of Masterful Art exhibition. Using oil pastels, create a fall masterpiece of pumpkins and gourds! Enjoy a fun-filled experience with engaging and interactive art-making activities for the whole family. Spark your creativity and imagination as you create a fantastic work of art to take home as a cherished souvenir.

  • 📆 Date: October 19, 2024

  • ⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. -01:00 p.m

  • 📍 Location: Huntsville Museum of Art 300 Church St SW, Huntsville

  • 🎫 Ticket: Admission is free for parents/guardians and children. No reservations are necessary

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz ✨

This fresh adaptation of L. Frank Baum's original will take audiences back to the technicolor of the 1939 film with a contemporary twist about bravery, wonder, chosen family, and learning to be present in the moment. It's a timeless American classic that feels like home—and there’s no place like home!

  • 📅 Date: October 19, 2024

  • ⏰ Time: 01:00 p.m - 02:30 p.m

  • 📍 Location: Von Braun Center Playhouse 700 Monroe Street Southwest

    Huntsville

  • 🎫 Ticket: $23/adult, $18/child, group discounts available for groups of 10 or more, and military discount available.

  • 🌐 Website: fantasyplayhouse.org 

21st annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run 5K & Survivors' Walk 👣👟💖

The Huntsville Hospital Foundation invites everyone to participate in the 21st annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run 5K & Survivors' Walk. This event aims to raise funds for the Liz Hurley Breast Cancer Fund, which supports local breast cancer patients and survivors. Proceeds from the 2024 Ribbon Run will be used to upgrade the software of three 3D mammogram machines at the Huntsville Hospital Breast Center, improving the accuracy of mammographic image analysis.

  •  📅 Date: October 19, 2024

  • Time: 08:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m

  • 📍 Location: Downtown, Huntsville

  • 📞 Phone: 256-265-8077

Weekend Weather ☀️

You can look at our detailed forecast here.

Saturday, October 19 ☀️

Day: Sunshine with some cloudy intervals. High of 75°F. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Humidity at 45%. UV Index 5/11. Sunrise at 6:55 am, Sunset at 6:06 pm.

Night: Clear skies tonight. Low of 41°F. Winds are light and variable. Humidity rises to 76%. UV Index 0/11—moonrise at 7:34 pm, moonset at 9:33 am.

Sunday, October 20 ☀️

Day: Mainly sunny skies with a high of 79°F. Winds are light and variable. Humidity at 45%. UV Index 5/11. Sunrise at 6:56 am, Sunset at 6:04 pm.

Night: Clear skies. Low of 44°F. Winds are light and variable. Humidity increases to 78%. UV Index 0/11—moonrise at 8:25 pm, moonset at 10:48 am.

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Huntsville News 📝

Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville

Huntsville adjusts sanitation rates to guarantee optimal service

The City of Huntsville operates 25 daily sanitation routes, collecting garbage from over 70,000 households using automated trucks and boom trucks for yard debris and curbside items. Residents pay $16.50 per month, but a proposed ordinance would raise the rate to $21.50 in 2025 and $24.50 in 2027, marking the first increase since 2010. Excessive bulk collection rates will also rise.

Huntsville plans for refurbishment of historic Goldsmith-Schiffman Field

Huntsville’s historic Goldsmith-Schiffman Field is set for a major update. The City has approved a contract with Foresite Group to lead the design work for the Goldsmith-Schiffman Park Development project, focusing on civil engineering and landscape architecture.

Initially opened in 1934 as a high school football stadium, the field now hosts flag football games and is known for its iconic stone wall. Plans for the park include adding pickleball courts, a lawn for two flag football fields, a new concession/restroom building, and a playground. The stone wall will remain but will undergo a structural evaluation.

Food Bank of North Alabama funding

During budget discussions, Council Member John Meredith introduced a budget amendment to provide $150,000 to the Food Bank of North Alabama (FBNA) for the organization’s building project, which the Council unanimously supported. The money was redistributed from the road resurfacing budget, constituting a one-time award to FBNA.

Huntsville History 📔

The Huntsville Times - October 18, 1948

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Huntsville Business 🏢

New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news

Brick & Tin expands to Huntsville with new location in historic Lewter District

A popular Birmingham restaurant, Brick & Tin, known for its farm-to-table menu and locally sourced ingredients, is coming to Huntsville. The restaurant will occupy a 5,500-square-foot space in the historic Lewter District, seating 70 people indoors and 46 outdoors. Construction is set to begin in early 2025

Alabama to Build EV Technology Center

Alabama is building a 40,000-square-foot EV Technology Center at the Alabama Robotics Technology Park near Huntsville to train workers in electric vehicle production. Operated by Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT), the facility will equip the workforce with skills needed for the growing electric vehicle industry. Ellen McNair, Alabama’s Secretary of Commerce, emphasized the state's commitment to maintaining its strong auto industry.

McAlister's Deli reopens in Huntsville with new owners

McAlister's Deli in Huntsville is re-opening under new franchise owners at its Perimeter Parkway location. The fast-casual deli, known for its fresh sandwiches, giant spuds, salads, and desserts, will feature an updated interior. The location had been closed for a few years but is now set to return at 1480 Perimeter Pkwy NW, Huntsville, AL 35806.

Huntsville Sports 🏈

Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate

Huntsville Havoc 🏒

The Huntsville Havoc have announced the signing of defenseman Brodie Thornton. Thornton, 25, is a 6'1" defenseman from Macomb Township, Michigan, entering his first professional season. Last season, he helped Adrian College (ACHA D1) win a National Championship, playing 110 games and recording 72 points throughout his collegiate career.

Upcoming Games

10/18 vs. Birmingham

10/19 vs. Pensacola

10/25 vs. Pensacola

Huntsville Athletes 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Recognizing Huntsville-native athletes for their achievements and notable news

  • Buckhorn 21, Southside 36

  • Mars Hill Bible 55, Elkmont 6

  • Albertville 0, Huntsville 42

  • James Clemens 14, Sparkman 15

  • Grissom 7, Florence 38

  • Westminster Christian Academy 40, Madison County 21

  • Tanner 0, DHCA 62

  • Madison Academy 52, New Hope 0

  • West Limestone 49, Wilson 14

  • Whitesburg Christian Academy 7, Fyffe 49

Homely Huntsville Player of the Week 8

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Homely Huntsville Player of the Week

Week 1: Trey Greenwell, Decatur (15 tackles, a 60-yard pick-six, and a 65-yard punt return for a touchdown.)

Week 2: Noah Gaunt, Randolph: Gaunt went for 153 yards and two touchdowns at receiver in a 32-31 win over Class 4A No. 8 Madison Academy. He also recovered a fumble for a touchdown.

Week 3: Jake Jones, Scottsboro: led to a 42-35 win over Boaz, amassing 361 total yards and four touchdowns. He rushed for 226 yards on 25 carries with three touchdowns while completing 12 of 15 passes for 135 yards and another touchdown.

Week 4: Layton Pohl, New Hope: Pohl stood out in New Hope's 48-24 victory over Madison County on Friday. Pohl amassed 284 yards and five touchdowns on 19 rushing attempts, adding two receptions for 47 yards and another score.

Week 5: Julyon Jordan, Guntersville: South Alabama commit racked up 90 yards on 12 carries, scoring both of Guntersville’s touchdowns in their 17-15 victory over Arab

Week 6: Tasean Love, Hatton: Love amassed 359 total yards—277 passing and 82 rushing—along with two touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown, helping Hatton secure a 42-25 victory over Westminster Christian

Week 7: Jaquess Greene, Muscle Shoals: Greene dominated in the first half with three catches for 150 yards and three touchdowns, adding a rushing score, as the Trojans defeated Athens 56-42 on Friday.

Exciting development for Huntsville youth baseball! ⚾️

Drew Talley, a former Huntsville High and Mississippi State baseball player and co-owner of Talley Performance and Top Tier SE, has taken a significant step toward improving the city’s baseball infrastructure. Talley has officially requested a meeting with Mayor Tommy Battle to discuss much-needed renovations and possibly developing new baseball fields in Huntsville. To demonstrate the community’s support, Talley has launched a petition urging Huntsville residents to lend their voices to this cause.

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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.

Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Tale 🎶🎃🏇

Enjoy the classic story of Sleepy Hollow but with a musical twist! This new musical puts a current spin on the classic Washington Irving story, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. On Halloween night, three modern-day children travel back to 18th-century New Amsterdam, arriving right in the middle of Sleepy Hollow with all its odd characters, traditions, ghosts, and goblins. They’ll need all their ingenuity to get back home to the present!

  • 📅 Date: October 19, 2024

  • 🕚 Time: 06:00 p.m to 08:00 p.m

  • 📍Location: Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment 2211 Seminole Dr SW Huntsville

Huntsville Real Estate 🏡

New homes on the Huntsville market!

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