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Huntsville sailor Ahmad Mohammed returns home Nov. 4 after more than 10 months on USS Abraham Lincoln deployment

Before Huntsville sailor Ahmad Mohammed made it home to Alabama, his mother went to California to welcome him back. Angel Okafor was there when the USS Abraham Lincoln returned to […] The post Huntsville sailor Ahmad Mohammed returns home Nov. 4 after more than 10 months on USS Abraham Lincoln deployment appeared first on 256 Today .

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21 Unanswered Points: Prairie View A&M Blew Out Alabama A&M, And The SWAC West Is Nobody's Race Yet

trophy logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Prairie View A&M absolutely steamrolled Alabama A&M 31-10 on Saturday, keeping them firmly in a wild three-way tie for the SWAC West division lead with just two weeks left […]

Huntsville, AL · 2d

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Huntsville Hospital offers lung cancer screenings Nov. 14 during awareness month

Early detection can make a critical difference in treating lung cancer, and Huntsville Hospital is offering eligible North Alabama residents an opportunity to get screened during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. […] The post Huntsville Hospital offers lung cancer screenings Nov. 14 during awareness month appeared first on 256 Today .

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Crime Stoppers expands services to Hartselle

Crime Stoppers is expanding its services to the city of Hartselle in Morgan County after a memorandum of understanding was signed with Central Alabama Crime Stoppers.

Hartselle, AL · 11h

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Skating in the Park returns Nov. 20 for 15th season in downtown Huntsville

It may still feel like fall in North Alabama, but ice skating season is just around the corner in downtown Huntsville. Skating in the Park returns for its 15th season […] The post Skating in the Park returns Nov. 20 for 15th season in downtown Huntsville appeared first on 256 Today .

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Huntsville looking to fill police department vacancies

The Huntsville Police Department held an open recruitment event at its training center to show prospective applicants the different areas of law enforcement.

Huntsville, AL · 2d

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Gather Madison brings neighbors together for a meal at Home Place Park

MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - People from across Madison gathered at Home Place Park Sunday to share a meal and get to know their neighbors at the annual Gather Madison event. Dozens of tables were pushed together, giving community members a chance to socialize with people from different backgrounds. “This is...

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Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’

Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels isn’t calling Madison County purple anymore. “No, it’s definitely not purple. It is a blue county,” Daniels said in an interview following Tuesday’s election, […] The post Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’ appeared first on 256 Today .

Madison County, AL · 20h

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Huntsville city offices to close for Veterans Day; garbage pickup delayed

Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, and residential garbage collection will be delayed by one day. The closure includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Offices are scheduled to reopen at 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Some Parks and Recreation facilities...

Huntsville, AL · 18h

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Hit The Road For The Unforgettable White Sauce At These 8 Classic Alabama BBQ Joints

Ready to hit the road for classic BBQ joints in Alabama?. These 8 smoky restaurants serve up unforgettable white sauce and mouthwatering barbecue that’ll keep you coming back for more!. 1. Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q (Decatur) If you want to understand Alabama white sauce, this is the place where...

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Need to Know: 2026 Veterans Day Parade

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The 2026 48 News Veterans Day Parade will be held on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 A.M. Before the parade, attendees will be able to enjoy music performed by the 60-piece Huntsville Concert Band as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the landings in Normandy, France, on “D” Day. The pre-parade show will begin at 10 A.M. at 200 Monroe Street, in front of the Veterans Memorial Park.

Huntsville, AL · 17h

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Records and Retro celebration brings vintage finds to Orion Amphitheater

The event featured vinyl albums, vintage clothing, VHS movies and toys from the 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.

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Next Question with Madison County Probate Judge Frank Barger

Many people know Frank Barger as Madison County's probate judge and the man often called the "adoption judge." In this week's Next Question, we are sharing how his story began right here in north Alabama.

Madison County, AL · 2d

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Huntsville mayor announces ‘Big Picture 2.0’ in state of the city address

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle said 2026 was a year of accomplishments for the city. Battle delivered his state of the city address Monday, highlighting accomplishments from the last year. 2026 accomplishments. In the past 12 months, Huntsville welcomed Eli Lilly and its $6 billion facility to...

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Holiday market brings shoppers, 170 vendors to Huntsville’s MidCity

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Shoppers came out to MidCity in Huntsville Sunday for a holiday market featuring 170 vendors, live music and activities for children. The market was one of two major events at MidCity that drew thousands of shoppers. Vendors were either local or came from neighboring states. “This...

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Bulldogs Take Unbeaten Start on the Road to DePaul

THE HILL | The Alabama A&M University men's basketball team carries a 2-0 record into its first road test of the season Monday, visiting DePaul for a nonconference matchup at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m., with the game televised on truTV. Both teams enter unbeaten,...

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Lady Bulldogs Set to Host Miles College for Education Day

THE HILL | The Alabama A&M University women's basketball team returns home on Monday as the Lady Bulldogs welcome Miles College to the AAMU Event Center for an Education Day matchup. Tipoff is scheduled for 11 a.m., with the contest streaming live on SWAC TV. Bulldogs at a Glance. Alabama...

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Madison’s Hometown Studio, Huntsville’s Grammy’s House add to North Alabama’s growing craft scene

Earlier this year, viral videos across social media showcased makers unpacking their analog bags full of journals, books and hands-on arts and crafts. This popularized alternative to screen consumption has […] The post Madison’s Hometown Studio, Huntsville’s Grammy’s House add to North Alabama’s growing craft scene appeared first on 256 Today .

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