Galaxy of Lights Opening + HudsonAlpha Plant Research

Huntsville AL

13 October, 2021

2:21 AM

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Get on up, Huntsville! Here's everything you need to know to get this Wednesday started off right, including: Northrop Grumman's new contract bringing jobs to HuntsvilleHudsonAlpha's latest venture in plantsThe Galaxy of Lights reopeningLove the Huntsville Daily? Become a Patch Supporter today for just $5/month and get access to exclusive updates on upcoming events in town and more. Join us here. Shoutout to our premier local sponsor, Martinson & Beason, P.C. They've been providing trusted legal advice in Huntsville since 1937. Give your loved ones peace of mind with a comprehensive estate plan. Click here to learn more. First, today's weather: Rather cloudy and humid. High: 84 Low: 64. Here are the top stories today in Huntsville: The Lee Greenwood All Star Salute last night was the third-largest event ever held at the VBC. This event will put Huntsville on the radar to be considered by other artists that would normally only look at Nashville in the area. (WAAY) Northrop Grumman in Huntsville has won a contract for missile defense. This contract will bring in 500 new jobs for engineers in the Rocket City! (AL.com) HudsonAlpha is currently building a research greenhouse on their campus! When construction is finished next spring, research will make it easier to customize agriculture to Alabama conditions. (AL.com) Season 26 of the "Galaxy of Lights" at the Botanical Garden starts November 11! Driving nights will start December 2. There will be some new sights, so don't miss out just because you've seen it before! (WHNT)Next year, Clift Farms will see a new option for childcare! Ardent Preschool and Daycare's new location will have 18 classrooms and be open to children six weeks all the way through preschool. (themadisonrecord.com) Today's Huntsville Daily is brought to you by Verizon, a Patch Brand Partner. Learn more about how Black and Mobile, a food delivery app created by two brothers, is helping put the spotlight on Black-owned restaurants. Today in Huntsville: Madison County Commission Meeting - Madison County Commission (10:00 AM)Construction Board of Appeals - City of Madison - Special Purpose Boards and Committees Calendar (2:00 PM)Madison Station Historic Preservation Commission Meeting (5:30 PM)Fantasy Flight Book Club - Downtown Huntsville Library (7:00 PM) Huntsville Patch Notebook There will be crews in Decatur collecting leaves next Monday! Check out the link to find out when and where. (Details) Independent Musical Productions Huntsville's Drive-In Cabaret that was postponed is finally coming this Saturday! (Details)Check out the testing schedule for Decatur City Schools here. From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Other classifieds: Healthy Lifestyle (Details) Add your classified That's it for today! I'll see you around. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Amy Young Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Huntsville Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].