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🌱 HudsonAlpha Open House + Fire and Rescue Cadet Dies in Training

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It's the weekend in Huntsville and I'm back with what you need to know to stop your weekend off to a great start! Today's Daily takes a look at:

  • HudsonAlpha bioskills open house
  • Fire cadet passes away during training exercise
  • An Alabama A&M graduate student was killed

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 88 Low: 72.

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Here are the top stories today in Huntsville:

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  1. HudsonAlpha is hosting an open house for their bioskills program. It will be open to high schoolers in Alabama, but will be a great opportunity for homeschooled students! The event will be at the Paul Propst Center of HudsonAlpha’s campus. (Fox 54)
  2. 31-year-old Huntsville Fire and Rescue cadet Bryant McGowan passed away Thursday after a training exercise. An autopsy is being done to determine the cause of death and an investigation is being done. (AL.com)
  3. Alabama A&M graduate student Chi McDade was allegedly killed by her ex-boyfriend Thursday night. Her alleged killer is in the Limestone County Jail with no bond. (WAFF)
  4. There is a new resolution in the Huntsville City Council that might give each district $75,000 in a discretionary fund. The guidelines on how the funds may be used leave plenty of room for interpretation, but the resolution will be discussed in the August 18th work session. (WAAY)

Today in Huntsville:

  • Yoga @ The Camp - Dana (8:30 AM)
  • Huntsville Parks and Recreation Back to School Jam @ Shurney Legacy Center (11:00 AM)
  • Concert on the Green - City of Huntsville (5:00 PM)
  • Fractal Brewing Project Artist’s Showcase (5:00 PM)
  • Turner and Joletta's Family Game Night @ Shenanigans Comedy Theatre (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Don’t forget Huntsville Animal Services has waived adoption fees for most adult animals through August 6! Now is the time to bring home a new furry friend. (Details)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Amy Young

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