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Also check out Artist Trading Cards Make and Swap on the Huntsville Patch calendar
Hello Huntsville! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Huntsville sunset spot should you try for your next evening out?
- How you can help tornado-struck Gary, Indiana from right here.
- Can you help Huntsville police ID these two caught-on-camera thieves?
Also on today's calendar: Artist Trading Cards Make and Swap and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 91, low: 70.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 93 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 7 unique spots to watch the sunset in Huntsville (hvilleblast.com) — If you love Huntsville sunsets, this guide rounds up some of the best local vantage points—from Burritt on the Mountain's weekly Cocktails at the View to Blevins Gap, Ditto Landing, downtown rooftops, and even a nearby Gurley lake. It includes hours, costs, and addresses so you can plan your next golden-hour outing around the city. 
• Huntsville woman collects supplies for hometown of Gary, Indiana after tornado (waff.com) — A Huntsville resident is organizing a supply drive to help her hometown of Gary, Indiana, where many remain without power after severe storms and a tornado. She's collecting items like batteries, flashlights, and ways to keep food cold, with donations accepted through Saturday. You can drop off supplies at Huntsville West on 9th Avenue Southwest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Huntsville area Crimestoppers searching for daycare burglar, porch pirate (waff.com) — Huntsville police and Crime Stoppers are asking for your help identifying two men caught on camera in separate thefts, including a burglary at the O2B Kids Daycare on Old Monrovia Road. Investigators say one suspect stole computer equipment and fled on a bike, while another took lawn equipment from a front porch. Tips can be submitted anonymously by phone.
📸 Around Huntsville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Huntsville
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- 2026 Business After Hours @ Stars and Strikes
Huntsville Madison County Chamber Stars and Strikes Huntsville
5:00 pm - MEMBER EVENT: Interactive Gallery Opening
Huntsville Madison County Chamber 225 Church St NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
6:00 pm - Roller Time
Jones Valley Elementary School 707 Arcadia Cir NW, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
6:00 pm - Celebrating Education Day Parade and Festival
Academy for Academics & Arts 5000 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810, USA
8:00 am - Artist Trading Cards Make and Swap →
Dogwood & Magnolia Bakery, 25062 North St SE, Mooresville
10:00 am - Puzzle and Game Swap in the Creative Commons →
7901 Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
1:00 pm - Teen Writers Hangout →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
4:00 pm - Speed Friending and Game On! Mashup →
The Beer Hog Madison, 130 Plaza Blvd, Madison
6:00 pm - Teen Craft: Mushroom Figurines →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
4:00 pm - Brick Galaxy Huntsville →
7901 Bailey Cove Rd Huntsville AL 35802
10:00 am - Sewing Beyond the Basics: How to Use Patterns →
Huntsville-Madison County Public Library, 915 Monroe St SW, Huntsville
6:00 pm - Bonsai Day →
Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville
10:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- This dog followed us home this morning.
Has collar but no tag. Very sweet. Is it yours?? (Nextdoor Riverside Landing) - Have a lost little dog.
Please let me know if you know or know who he belongs to. (Nextdoor Riverside Landing)
- PrimeFlight Aviation Services posted a job opening for Part Time Ramp Agent- HSV Airport in Huntsville. Apply here.
- Atrium Hospitality posted a job opening for Houseman in Huntsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntsville here.
🗞 Nearby News
Redstone Arsenal
- NATO Taps KBR to Boost Patriot Air Defense Readiness (thedefensepost.com)
- US Army Buys Up to 12 Airbus UH-72B Lakota Helicopters (thedefensepost.com)
- Parsons Wins Potential $665M Army IDIQ for Technical, Logistics Support (govconwire.com)
Madison
- Madison and Monona clash over pursuits, despite efforts to get along (chippewa.com)
- Former Limestone County teacher pleads guilty to sex act with a student (whnt.com)
Ok Huntsville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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