Good morning, Huntsville.

A local Venezuelan woman said Nicolás Maduro’s capture is a moment of celebration for her homeland and she dreams of reuniting with her father.

Her remarks bring hope to the community.

Decatur is set to host the Rock the South music festival for the first time this June.

City and tourism leaders expect record crowds and a boost to the local economy — events will take place throughout the area.

Monday morning, U-Haul released its annual growth index showing that Alabama ranked ninth in in-migration for 2025 and Auburn ranked 17th among U.S. cities.

The report cited personal reasons + political influences affecting moves.

B.L. Harbert will build a modern data center and lab in Huntsville under a $171 million contract from the Army Corps of Engineers funded by defense-wide construction and R&D; project work is set to begin in the coming months (pending permits).

A new weather maker will arrive later this week in north Alabama to boost local forecasting and deliver more precise weather updates for residents.

Officials with Redstone Arsenal said Monday, Jan.

5, that residents in Huntsville heard loud booms from scheduled rocket engine hotfire tests; they advised checking official channels for updates if similar sounds occur again.

A private owner in Huntsville can demolish a property on the National Register unless federal funds or local historic district rules require review — the National Register listing alone does not stop demolition.

Owners using personal funds face no federal restrictions when altering historic properties.

The WAAY 31 LawCall segment aired Jan.

5 and was brought to you by Timberlake, League & Brooks, sharing new law information for the year in Huntsville.

Flu season is in full force with over 11 million cases nationwide and nine pediatric deaths (two in Alabama), health officials report.

Local providers urge residents to get vaccinated and take precautions to lessen the spread.

Health officials note a surge in flu cases as students return to school today and urge residents to get vaccinated to lessen the strain on local clinics.

Precautions are advised to help curb further spread in the community.

Huntsville earned a perfect Housing Affordability score of 100 as the median income supports median-priced homes, driven by new construction, low living costs, and strong job growth in federal, defense and tech sectors.

This unique balance offers an appealing market for residents and businesses considering relocation.

Cactus Tate Live Comedy Show

7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $27.02 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Cactus Tate at this vibrant comedy venue.

Candlelight Concert Featuring Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Stovehouse Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical sounds of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a captivating candlelit setting.

Huntsville Boat Show

10 a.m.-8 p.m. — Von Braun Center — Single Day Admission: $12 — Explore a variety of boats and enjoy family-friendly boating activities.

Real Interactive Ghost Hunt at The Historic Lowry House

7-10:30 p.m. — The Historic Lowry House — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling paranormal investigation at one of the most haunted places in Alabama.

PMP Exam Preparation Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Alabama A&M University — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with a comprehensive PMP certification bootcamp.

Twelfth Night Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — VBC Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience Shakespeare's classic comedy of mistaken identities and love.

Alabama Regional Future City Competition

7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — T.M. Elmore Gymnasium — Free entry — Middle school students showcase innovative cities of the future tackling real-world problems.

FREE Latin Dance Night

6:30-10:00 p.m. — The Electric Belle — Free entry — Start with a free dance lesson and keep the rhythm going all night on the dance floor.

Phi Beta Sigma Founders Day Celebration

6-11 PM — Stovehouse — Refund policy available — Celebrate 112 years of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service with music and camaraderie.

Los Rugar Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Ok Corral — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away to the melodic sounds of Los Rugar featuring their hit Cortinas Guindas.