Good morning, Huntsville.

Refuge Church will host Night to Shine 2026, a prom night for people with special needs, on Friday, Feb.

13 at Huntsville Botanical Garden from 6:00–9:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, guests will enjoy hair and makeup touch-ups, dancing and a coronation celebration.

Madison Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2026 Best in Business Awards until 4:30 p.m. on Feb.

20 — the awards gala will be held at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center on April 14.

Ohio-based City Barbeque will open its first Alabama location in Huntsville on Feb.

9 at 11544 Memorial Pkwy Southwest (near Hobbs Road and U.S. 231). The restaurant will serve dine-in, carryout and full-service catering for varied groups, offering authentic smoked meats, house-made sides and backyard hospitality.

Creed will perform at The Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville on July 22 before taking the stage in Orange Beach on July 24 as part of their Summer of '99 tour, with Mammoth + Hinder joining them.

Tickets for the Huntsville show are on sale today at AXS.com.

Huntsville approved two development agreements to generate over 450 jobs and $200 million investment; Blue Origin will invest $71.4 million at local research parks to create 105+ thruster jobs, and SPX will build a 460,000 sqft facility west of County Line Road to add 350 jobs with performance incentives.

Youth can register now for the 2026 Alabama State Scholastic Chess Championship at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville — set for March 7-8 — as registration ends March 4; fees rise Feb.

28 and players must hold US Chess and Alabama Chess Federation memberships.

The City introduced an ordinance to name the new 3-acre arboretum after longtime Landscape Director Joy McKee at John Hunt Park (located at Airport Road and Alex McAllister Drive near the Loretta P.

Spencer Sports Complex). Council will vote on the proposal on Feb. 12.

Madison Hospital rolled out its new acute care transport ambulance on Jan.

16 to transfer critically ill patients quickly to Huntsville Hospital for specialized treatment. The 'ICU on wheels' was funded by an ARPA grant and philanthropy (Alpha Foundation, Bentley Buick GMC, and Robins and Morton).

The City approved two agreements with Family Services Center, Inc. to build two three-bedroom affordable homes on Kildare Street in District 2 using federal HOME funds + HUD support on Jan.

22. The project is part of Huntsville's ongoing effort to expand homeownership for income-qualified families.

UAH women's basketball extended its record 15-game winning streak with a 71-62 road victory over West Alabama Saturday — Lili Wilken led with 29 points as the Chargers improved to 11-0 in conference play despite a late comeback effort.

Runners in our community can look forward to 2026 races hosted by the Huntsville Sports Commission, Track Club and Fleet Feet Sports, including the Fleet Feet Love to Run on Feb.

14 at Palmer Park with more events ahead.

The James Clemens bowling teams remain unbeaten with records of 18-0 for boys and 16-0 for girls as they prepare for the Class 6-7A Regionals in Trussville this week, where the top four teams will advance to the AHSAA State Tournament held Jan.

29-30 at Bowlero Lanes in Mobile.

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.

Loomis Bros. Circus

3-7 p.m. — Alabama A&M Agribition Center — Tickets from $89 — Experience the thrilling performances of Loomis Bros. Circus in Huntsville.

Creative Embroidery Class

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Studio 127 - A Conservatory for Creativity — All materials supplied — Learn the basics of embroidery with guest teacher Dezzy Moon in a fun, stress-free environment.

Don McMillan 2.0 *Now Powered By AI

7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Enjoy a unique blend of tech and humor with Don McMillan's PowerPoint comedy show.

Rocket City Market

9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover unique artisan creations and vintage finds at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.

Holland America's Alaska Cruise Expo

11 AM – 1 PM — Rocket City Tavern — Free entry — Learn about exclusive Alaska cruise itineraries and enjoy complimentary snacks.

Catacombs & Comedians

7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets from $21.42 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedians in an iconic setting.