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Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mark Wills will perform at the Kids to Love Foundation’s Denim & Diamonds fundraiser on Friday, April 25, starting at 6 p.m. at the Jackson Center in Huntsville, where dinner, an auction, and live entertainment will benefit programs for children in foster care. The Madison Record
- ➤ More than 1,100 Delta Sigma Theta members gather today through Feb. 8 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville for workshops and service projects supporting the Food Bank of North Alabama and local schools. The event focuses on community empowerment and unity. WAAY 31
- ➤ Morgan County Event Center is set to open in a few weeks – featuring two gymnasiums, volleyball and pickle ball courts, an indoor walking track, and multi-purpose spaces to serve local communities. The facility will serve Lacey’s Springs, Union Hill, Cotaco and Somerville, easing travel for families. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Phat Sammy’s, a popular downtown eatery and tiki bar (serving Asian-fusion cuisine and inventive cocktails since 2020), announced it will close to focus on new projects outside downtown with its final day set for next week. WHNT News 19
- ➤ Chrysler has announced a recall affecting over 450,000 Jeep and Ram vehicles due to a faulty trailer tow module that may cause trailer lights and brakes to fail. VINs become searchable on Feb. 10 and notification letters will be mailed on March 24 (with local dealers providing free module replacement). AL.com
- ➤ Turner Construction promoted Scott Crosby to business manager for its Huntsville office as he takes charge of operations, planning and client relations (he joined Turner in 2012). Crosby is set to lead projects and support growth in North Alabama. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Endless Catering shared creative ideas for Super Bowl party side dishes in a recent interview. The company (a local favorite) highlighted fresh options to upgrade game-day spreads as locals prepare for upcoming celebrations. WAFF 48
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Free choral concert for Black History Month will take place this Saturday, Feb. 7, at Cavalry Hill Community Center; doors open at 5 p.m., with the show starting at 6 p.m. The event features performances by Oakwood University’s Dynamic Praise Choir and choirs from Alabama A&M, Lee, and Jemison. WAAY 31
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Redstone Arsenal and the Solid Waste Disposal Authority were honored on Feb. 5 at the City’s Air Pollution Control Achievement Awards for reducing local emissions via a waste-to-energy project that supplies 60,000 MWh of power and cuts air pollutants. The recognition underscores a strong local commitment to meeting Clean Air Act standards. City of Huntsville
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville Transit will host a bus driver recruitment open house on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Transit Office (500 B Church Street, First Floor Training Room) to offer paid CDL training, competitive salaries, and benefits. City of Huntsville
- ➤ Pentagon will launch the Drone Dominance Program from Feb. 18 to early March with local companies Performance Drone Works and Griffon Aerospace competing for part of the $1.1 billion budget, and the department plans about $150 million in delivery orders after the initial phase. AL.com
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Rocket City Market
9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover unique artisan creations and vintage finds at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.
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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.
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Catacombs & Comedians
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets from $21.42 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedians in an iconic setting.
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Huntsville Roundup Back to Basics
5 PM – 11 PM — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Ticket required — A weekend of recovery, hope, and family-friendly fun awaits at this inspiring event.
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Gifts of Grace Indoor Marketplace
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Greenbrier Hills by Murphy Homes — Free entry — Explore a variety of local crafts and goods at this annual marketplace event.
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Huntsville Green Thinks: Cool Rocket City
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Yellowhammer Brewing — Free entry — Engage in discussions on heat resilience while exploring innovative green infrastructure solutions.
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2026 Engineers’ Week Banquet
6-9:30 p.m. — Davidson Center for Space Exploration — Ticketed event — Celebrate the contributions of engineers beneath the historic Saturn V rocket.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
11 AM – 1 PM — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting performance featuring your favorite Disney characters on ice.
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Gino Rosaria Album Release Concert
7-10 p.m. — ANRO Business and Event Center — $85 (includes food and drink) — Experience an intimate evening of jazz, soul, and storytelling with Gino Rosaria's latest album.
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