Good morning, Huntsville.

The annual Bama Backwoods Bonfire took place Saturday in Harvest as a local tradition that unites community members.

Tim Kilzade visited Huntsville and other nearby cities and reported on an online debate sparked by a Globe and Mail article comparing Alabama’s GDP to Canada’s.

Locals posted funny and factual comments that praised Alabama’s high living standards — while some noted that other measures favor Canada.

Trader Joe’s earned the top spot in the 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index survey – a national ranking based on 31,000 reviews.

The survey noted Trader Joe’s has a Huntsville store while Publix, which operates nearly 100 locations statewide, came in a close second.

The City of Huntsville celebrated local black artists during Black History Month by launching a new art exhibit over the weekend in a central community space.

The exhibit highlights local talent and gives residents a way to connect with diverse cultural expressions.

Today, Heath Harmon, AHSAA Executive Director, and Dr. Karissa Niehoff, NFHS CEO, emphasized that high school sports must focus on academic growth and personal development amid record participation and rising pressures - a practice designed to help student-athletes build resilience and leadership skills in local schools.

Several singers auditioned at Toyota Field to perform the national anthem for the upcoming Trash Pandas season, with final selections to be announced soon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

CUSA Basketball Championships - All Sessions Pass

March 10-14 — Propst Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of the CUSA basketball championships featuring teams vying for glory and an NCAA bid.

Anne Wilson Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets available — Experience an enchanting evening with Anne Wilson in concert.

Flavor In Ya Ear Vol 2

7 PM – 12 AM — The Note Jazz Lounge — 21+ event — Experience a night of vibrant beats and good vibes at a cozy jazz venue.

Cosmic Charlie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rescheduled performance of Cosmic Charlie amidst a vibrant musical atmosphere.

42nd International Symposium on Child Abuse

All day — Von Braun Center — Various ticket options — Engage with top experts and network with professionals focused on child maltreatment.

Naturalist Hike

10 AM – 12 PM — Monte Sano Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the forest ecology with an expert while enjoying a leisurely hike.