🌱 $1.4 Billion Contract + New Parks and Rec Director's Plans

Happy Monday, Huntsville! I hope everyone that celebrates had a wonderful Christmas, Kwanzaa, or any other way you decided! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note:

• A new $1.4 billion contract for a Huntsville company
• The 39th Annual Rocket City Classic is here
• The new Parks and Rec Director's ideas

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Low clouds and warm. High: 68 Low: 64.

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Here are the top stories today in Huntsville:

1. Northrop Grumman won a $1.4 billion Army contract! The company will manufacture an advanced wartime controls system. (WHNT)
2. This week is the 39th Annual Huntsville City Classic basketball tournament. There are 16 teams from around the area participating this year and the first game starts at 9 this morning! (AL.com)
3. Harris Home for Foster Children teamed up with the Angela Claxton Foundation for Christmas! The young men in Harris Home were able to experience a family Christmas to hopefully show them that they are loved. (WIAT)
4. The new Huntsville Parks & Rec director, James Gossett, is looking to improve the health and wellness centers and fitness centers. Gossett is also looking at providing new equipment and revamping programs. (WHNT)

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Today in Huntsville:

• Huntsville City Classic (All Day)
• Madison City Council Finance Committee meeting (5:30 PM)
• Regular City Council Meeting - City of Madison (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you have wanted to go see the Galaxy of Lights Driving Nights, now’s your chance to do it for free! If you comment on this post and follow the instructions before tomorrow, you will be entered to win a free driving pass. (Details)
• Check out the Downtown Turtle Trail this week in Decatur! There are ten turtles hidden around the area. (Details)

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— Amy Young