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🌱 Athens State University 200th + Escaped Inmates Found

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Posted Mon, Jul 25, 2022 at 5:24 am CT

Hello, hello! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Huntsville Daily, with all the local news you need to know right now, including:

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 92 Low: 74.

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Here are the top stories today in Huntsville:

Lewter Hardware’s Donnie Lewter passed away last week. The hardware store was started in 1928 by Donnie Lewter’s great grandfather and has been a community staple ever since. (Lewter’s Hardware Company)
Two escaped Morgan County inmates have been captured in Madison County. The inmates were on work release yesterday and were suspected of taking a van from the business they were working in. (WAAY)
This week is Athens State University’s week-long celebration of 200 years serving students. Tonight, there will be a concert with the Athens State University Community Band. Make sure you check ahead of time, because some events require registration due to limited seating. (News Courier)

Today in Huntsville:

Summer Movie Clubhouse- “Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (10:00 AM)
Russell Davis Magic Show @ Madison Public Library (2:00 PM)
Dog Days @ the Botanical Garden (5:00 PM)
Regular City Council Meeting - City of Madison (6:00 PM)
Concerts in the Park @ Big Spring - Gypsy Soul / Poor Rover (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

A rare Chuck-will’s-widow bird was found at the Huntsville Botanical Garden! (Details)
Check out these jobs the City of Decatur is looking to hire! (Details)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update.

— Amy Young

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