🌱 Police Chase Fatality + Brewery Closure + Landscaping Challenge

Hello, hello. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with the most important things happening these days in Huntsville.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 92 Low: 67.

Here are the top three stories in Huntsville today:

1. Questions remain after a police chase resulted in a man's death in Huntsville. The incident occurred just before midnight on Friday, Jul. 21 with a police chase that began in nearby Jackson County. An officer with the Gurley Police Department pursued a vehicle into the Huntsville city limits at speeds that reached 130 mph. During the chase, the officer collided with a different vehicle, resulting in the death of Matthew Norwood, a 22-year-old from Tomey. (WAFF)
2. A Huntsville brewery has announced that it will close at the end of July. Fractals Brewing Project on Leeman Ferry Road attributed the closure to the impacts of the recent pandemic, as well as industry changes and ongoing supply chain issues. In a statement on social media, the brewery thanked its staff, customers, and local partners. (WHNT)
3. In case you missed it, next Monday, Jul. 31 is the last day to sign up for the A Cut Above District 1 Summer Landscaping Challenge. This is the second year of the competition organized by Council Member Devyn Keith that seeks to highlight local homeowners. Winners will be selected by mid-August in one of three categories: best landscaping, best curb appeal, and best floral display. To enter your yard in the competition, click here. (Huntsville, AL - Government)

Shoutout to our premier local sponsor:

Martinson & Beason, P.C. have been providing trusted legal advice in Huntsville since 1937. Give your loved ones peace of mind with a comprehensive estate plan. Click here for more info.

Click here to get your business featured in this spot.

Today in Huntsville:

Tuesday, July 25

• Stroller Tuesdays At Huntsville Botanical Garden (All Day)
• Trivia On The Lawn At Pourhouse (6:00 PM)
• Last Tuesday Concerts: Amber Cavanaugh At Downtown Huntsville Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Huntsville Madison County Public Library has a full schedule of events this week! On Wednesday, Jul. 26, you can learn how to upcycle a jean pocket purse at the North Huntsville Public Library, and on Friday, Jul. 28, there will be a Harry Potter Birthday Celebration at the Downtown Huntsville Public Library. (Madison County Public Library via Facebook)
• CNI Solutions of Huntsville is hosting its annual "Fresh 2 School" braid-a-thon event on Jul. 30 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Bob Harrison Senior Center. This event is for students in grades six-12 to receive braids, haircuts, and loc-retwists to get ready for the upcoming school year. (Huntsville Housing Authority via Facebook)
• Samuel J. Comroe will be performing at Stand Up Live Huntsville from Jul. 28-29. Click here for tickets. (Stand Up Live Huntsville via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

— 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.