🌱 Orion Amphitheater Noise Concerns + Intersection Closure

Hello again, everybody. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Huntsville Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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Here are the top three stories in Huntsville today:

1. Residents in the neighborhood of Sherwood Park are speaking out about late-night noise coming from the Orion Amphitheater. Resident Richard Godwin said that having the entertainment venue so close to his home has benefits, but it can be frustrating when concerts extend into the early morning hours on weekdays. City councilman Bill Kling confirmed that Huntsville's noise ordinance dictates how loud music can be and also dictates an end time for entertainment at 11:00 p.m. A spokesperson for the Orion Amphitheater said they are working with local officials to find a solution, including working with Huntsville Police Officers in the coming days to measure noise levels in nearby neighborhoods with decibel readers. (WAFF)
2. The City of Huntsville has announced an upcoming intersection closure. The intersection of White Circle and White Street will be closed through Monday, Aug. 21 at 8:00 a.m. for cross-drain and concrete work. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes through the area. (WHNT)
3. The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama has announced a new DIY STEM program. The program's curriculum was created through a partnership with Raytheon and focuses on using everyday objects to learn and explore STEM concepts. Boys and Girls Club of North Alabama President Patrick Wynn explained that the program will help young people gain the education and experience they need to be qualified for careers that are available in Huntsville. (WHNT)

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Today in Huntsville:

Thursday, August 17

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• Tim Cannon Live At Melt (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo has announced some big names joining its lineup for next spring! George Takei has already confirmed his attendance, and Paige O'Hara, who voiced Belle in Beauty and the Beast, was recently announced as a special guest. The event will take place on Apr. 12-14, 2024 at the Von Braun Center South Hall, and you can find tickets here. (WHNT)
• Did you miss the recent Huntsville City Council meeting? If so, you can click here to watch a video of the meeting or browse videos on other important topics. (City of Huntsville, Alabama - Government via Facebook)
• Huntsville Parks and Recreation offers a variety of pickleball-related activities. There are upcoming sessions of Guided Pickleball for beginners, as well as Pickleball Clinics for beginner and intermediate players. Click the link for more information. (Huntsville Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

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— Joyce Nash

About me: Joyce is a freelance writer and poet whose work has appeared in the Hello Gloria newsletter and Nine Cloud Journal. Her background ranges from journalism to fitness instruction and spans the east coast to the West. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her husband and two cats.