🌱 DOJ Finds Discrimination in Madison County Schools + Job Fair

Good morning, friends! It's Thursday in Huntsville and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community today. I'll get right to it. Today's Daily features:

• DOJ finds discriminatory practices in Madison County Schools
• Calhoun to offer free dental cleanings for kids and expectant mothers
• Huntsville/Madison County Chamber hosts job fair

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An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 95 Low: 75.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The Department of Justice has ordered that Madison County Schools to fix discriminatory processes in the system. After the latest review during a school desegregation case, they found that everything from how the system handles discipline, to hiring practices, to determining gifted education need to be bettered to ensure all students have a fair chance. Many of these new practices will be in effect in the upcoming school year. (WHNT)
2. Huntsville City Councilman Devyn Keith has invited District 1 residents to participate in "A Cut Above," a landscaping challenge. Participants can sign up here to compete in the different categories. (Patch)
3. Calhoun Community College has partnered with the Alabama Department of Health to start offering free dental cleanings. The cleanings will be available for ages 17 and under as well as expectant mothers and will be done by seniors in the dental hygiene students. (themadisonrecord.com)
4. The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a job fair July 18-19. This fair is in collaboration with different organizations in an effort to bridge the gap between individuals with few resources that need a job and employers looking to hire. IT will be held at Jemison High School both days. (themadisonrecord.com)

Today in Huntsville:

• Madison Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals (5:30 PM)
• Edible Perennials | Virtual class - Huntsville Botanical Garden (6:00 PM)
• Huntsville Police Department Family Fun Night (6:00 PM)
• The Masked Singer - Relocated to the VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City Council and HCS Board of Education elections are set for August 23! If you're in Huntsville City Districts 2, 3, or 4, make sure to get out and cast your vote! (Details)
• Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children's Christmas in July toy drive is running now through the end of the month. You can find out more here on how to shop their wish list.

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Amy Young

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