🌱 Huntsville Information Series + Cyber Huntsville Scholarship

Good morning, friends! It's me again, Amy Young, your host of the Huntsville Daily. Here's an update on:

• Huntsville's new information series
• Cyber Huntsville scholarship application
• How First Baptist Huntsville is handling the rise in COVID cases so far

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Clearing, a shower. High: 72 Low: 66.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The City of Huntsville has announced the launch of a year-long information series next year! The first Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m., you can attend the public forum or watch it online! The series will be led by City Council President John Meredith. (WAFF)
2. Cyber Huntsville’s scholarship application will close soon! Seniors in Madison or other nearby counties are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they plan to pursue a college degree in a cyber-related field. The application closes January 2. (WHNT)
3. First Baptist Huntsville is watching COVID numbers again as they start to rise. The holidays have started to bring an expected rise, and First Baptist is making sure they are as safe as possible. Currently, masks are recommended at the church. (WAAY)

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Today in Huntsville:

• Huntsville Classic (All Day)
• Winter Craft and Coloring Series @ Cook Museum (1:30 PM)
• Skating in the Park (4:00 PM)
• Kwanzaa Celebration @ the North Huntsville Library (All Day)

From my notebook:

• Don't forget to get rid of your tree safely January 8 at Operation Christmas Clean Up! (Details)
• Look at the latest job postings! (Details)
• The new EQ Labs branch, Ex.Hib.It will have its grand opening January 3! (Details)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Amy Young