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November 8, 2023
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Madison Academy crushes Westminster to stay perfect By CALEB ODOM caleb@themadisonrecord.com
HEMSI has approved an agreement for the non-profit ambulance service to join the Huntsville Hospital Health System. Page 2A
Pickleball anyone?
Temps were in the 40s at 8 Friday morning – definitely coat, hat and glove weather – but that didn’t stop a group of pickleball players from christening the newest courts in Madison. Page 3A
HUNTSVILLE - The Madison Academy Mustangs (100) took care of Westminster Christian (8-2) on Friday for the road blowout 47-7 to close out the regular season with a flawless record. The dominant Mustangs outscored their opponents a combined 530-87 over the course of 10 games. This perfect run included two shutouts and Madison Academy even had a game where it scored 74 points against Brindlee Mountain on Oct. 20. The only close game was a narrow 26-21 victory on Sept. 8 against Pennington. The Mustangs charge into the 3A playoffs this Friday with a home game against Hokes Bluff (5-5). It came as no real surprise when Madison Academy did what it had been doing all year to Westminster. The Mustangs wasted no time taking the early 7-0 lead on the first play when senior running back Ken Cherry slashed through the Wildcat defense and was off to the races for a 67-yard touchdown See MUSTANGS Page 4A
Historic marker recognizes Edmonton Heights’ place on federal registry By STAFF REPORTS news@themadisonrecord.com
Madison Academy remained undefeated Friday night against Westminster. The Mustangs capped off their perfect season run with the 47-7 win, and will be hosting the first round of the Class 7A playoffs against Hokes Bluff on Friday. Photo by Andrew Noles (nolesnestphotography.com)
Possum Pie
The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It’s topped with chocolate syrup and chopped pecans, and your loved ones just may vote it to be their favorite dish. Page 5A
The Age of Armor
A new exhibit opening at the Huntsville Museum of Art on Nov. 10 explores the story of armor in its golden age. Page 6A
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A neighborhood and resident meeting will be 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the Boys & Girls Club, 125 Earl St. SW, Huntsville. Attendees can view renderings like the one above, provide input and hear short presentations.
Public meeting on Huntsville’s Mill Creek redevelopment project set for tonight By STAFF REPORTS news@themadisonrecord.com HUNTSVILLE - The City of Huntsville and the Huntsville Housing Authority are again inviting the public to learn about the proposed redevelopment of Butler Terrace and Johnson Towers, referred to as the Mill Creek project. A neighborhood and resi-
dent meeting will be 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the Boys & Girls Club, 125 Earl St. SW, Huntsville. Attendees can view renderings, provide input and hear short presentations. This will be the last scheduled public meeting prior to the submission of a Choice Neighborhoods Implementation grant that could provide up to $50 million in federal funding for the
project. The grant deadline is in February 2024. Tonight’s meeting is preceded by a series of meetings with specific stakeholder groups, from current residents and neighboring businesses to Huntsville Hospital. “This transformational project will have far-reaching benefits for all corners of the City,” See PUBLIC MEETING Page 4A
HUNTSVILLE - It’s official – a marker at the corner of Meridian Street and Wilkenson Drive in Huntsville recognizes Edmonton Heights’ listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle said the City’s growth underscores why it’s so important to recognize the importance and celebrate the rich legacy of older neighborhoods. “This historic marker acknowledges a pivotal moment for our African American community during a turbulent time in our nation. Preserving neighborhoods like Edmonton Heights provides an opportunity to leverage the lessons of yesterday to build a brighter tomorrow,”saidMayor Tommy Battle Edmonton Heights was added to the National Register of Historic Places in June 2021. Preservation Planner Katie Stamps said it was the ninth historic district to receive the designation but the first historically Black residential neighborhood to be listed. “Its unique architecture and fascinating history make Edmonton Heights an integral part of Huntsville, and we are very excited to share its story with our community,” she said.
About Edmonton Heights Located northeast of downtown Huntsville and platted in 1958, the neighborhood provided housing options for African Americans who lost their homes because of Huntsville’s Urban Renewal program, the Heart of Huntsville. The neighborhood’s development illustrates the effects of post-war growth, Urban Renewal and racial discrimination in federal and local housing policy on the African American community. Its residents included teachers, nurses, brick masons, cab drivers, preachers, cooks and janitors. Rev. Ezekiel Bell, a founding pastor of Fellowship Presbyterian Church, hosted civil rights See MARKER Page 8A
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