🌱 Assistant Principal & Student Physical Altercation + 'Aladdin'

Hey, hey! I'm back with your new copy of the Huntsville Daily. Let's get this Friday started off right with a quick review of the most important things going on in town, including updates on:

• Physical altercation between an assistant principal and a student
• "Aladdin" coming to Huntsville
• HEMSI delivers presents to Pre-K at the YMCA

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 51 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. Videos have been shared on social media of who is believed to be Jason Watts, the James Clemens assistant principal, in a physical altercation with a student. According to Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols, this occurred after the staff were forced to get involved to break up a fight between students. Nichols also said that the assistant principal (the employee's title has been confirmed, but the school he works at and his name have not been confirmed) will not be facing any punishments because he had the right to defend himself. (WAFF)
2. Yesterday, a man was found dead at the Polaris plant inside a vehicle by his wife. No foul play is suspected at this time. (AL.com)
3. The North American Tour of "Aladdin" is headed to the Rocket City! You can get tickets now to see the show between Feb. 28 and March 5 at the VBC. (WAFF)
4. A group from HEMSI delivered an ambulance full of presents to the Pre-K students at the YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center. Each gift was labeled and designated for a specific child. They will be headed to another YMCA in Huntsville with more gifts today! This interaction is not only to give gifts, but to allow the kids to have a positive interaction with paramedics so they're less likely to be scared should they ever need help. (WHNT News 19)

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Today in Huntsville:

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• Jemison vs. Oak Mountain — Boys Basketball (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• I just wanted to give you a heads up for next week's weather, because temperatures are predicted to go into the teens, so make sure you're driving carefully, dressing appropriately, and keeping your pets safe and warm! (Details)
• Remy Neal and his band, along with special guest Chelsea, Who?, will be in the Speakeasy at Straight to Ale Saturday for a Brews to Benefit for Thrive Alabama. (Details)
• Get ready for the Festival of the Cranes at Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Jan. 13-15! (Details)
• Make sure to take advantage of the special pricing for the Huntsville Ballet Company's Offstage in February. For every adult ticket purchased, you can get a free child's ticket for free by using the code "Child22" at checkout. (Details)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Amy Young

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