🌱 Airport Received $4 Million + Finished Redistricting Finished

Hey, Huntsville! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's what's going on today in Huntsville:

• Huntsville's redistricting plan is finished
• The airport is getting $4 million
• How Hazel Green students are helping the community

First, today's weather:

Low clouds and warm. High: 69 Low: 58.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The City of Huntsville’s redistricting plan is finished! Check this map to find out if you have new representation! (WHNT)
2. There’s a trend on the internet right now that will cause Tennessee Valley school districts to add more of a police presence on their campuses today. The latest trend suggests threatening your school on December 17, and while several schools in our area have said nothing seems credible right now, they aren’t going to take any chances. (WZDX)
3. Student organizations at Hazel Green High bought tinsel trail trees to help the community! The money raised helped them purchase gifts for six people in the community that need help this holiday season. (WAAY)
4. The Huntsville International Airport is getting over $4 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This money is allowed to be used for updates to roadways, taxiways, runways, and several other things around the airport. (themadisonrecord.com)

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Today in Huntsville:

• Tree Planting - City of Huntsville - Green Team (10:00 AM)
• Jemison vs Ardmore - Basketball (4:30 PM)
• Columbia vs Hartselle - Basketball (4:30 PM)
• Rocket City Christmas Light Show (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you want to do something for emergency responders that will be working hard over the holidays to keep us safe, Madison Fire and Rescue has a way to adopt a firefighter! Check out this article to find out how you can support heroes that won’t get to relax next week.
• Limestone County subs got a $10 pay increase that will go into effect January 1. (Details)
• Did you know you can add an emergency contact to your driver’s license in case you’re ever in an accident? Decatur police have laid out how easy it is to do! (Details)
• Be prepared for roadwork on Church Street and Pratt Avenue this week! The roads will be paved if the weather holds. (Details)

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— Amy Young