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Huntsville
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Valley Chapter of the Army Aviation Association of America was named the AAAA National Super Chapter of the Year during its recent annual social at Rocket City Tavern, where military leaders and sponsors (including IronMountain and Stevens Aerospace) celebrated support for Army aviation soldiers and their families. The Madison Record
- ➤ The Downtown Rescue Mission is seeking volunteers for its Feed America First event on March 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers will load food and drinks onto trucks for distribution to local missions. WAAY 31
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Space & Rocket Center unveiled two new mascots and asked locals to help choose names, with voting open until Tuesday, March 10. The options include Apollo and Artemis, Percy and Celeste, and Nano and Nova. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Last Wednesday, Drake State President Dr. Patricia Sims testified before the federal subcommittee to urge full funding for Pell Grants + boost community college and HBCU support to expand workforce training in Northern Alabama as Congress reviews fiscal year 2027 appropriations. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Madison City Schools reached a milestone as 25 educators earned National Board Certified Teacher status and 11 recertified their credentials, making a total of 122 NBCTs – a record achievement that supports high-quality instruction. The Madison Record
- ➤ Last week, school superintendents from Madison County, Huntsville City, and Madison City met at the Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the Schools event to discuss funding and career development challenges. Madison City Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols highlighted career tech courses and praised the extension of a half-cent tax. The Madison Record
- ➤ Madison Public Library received a 2025 Community Impact Grant from Madison Visionary Partners for $1,750 to equip its Madison Makerspace with a laser cutter — a tool that cuts through wood, acrylic and plastics. Patrons can use the device with guidance from a Makerspace librarian. The Madison Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Land Trust of North Alabama closed on a 65-acre purchase on Green Mountain just north of Camelot Drive, permanently protecting the land from future development + community support raised $300K to secure this milestone for their River to Gap conservation initiative. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA Force announced on March 4 that it is recruiting top aerospace, software & systems engineers for two-year terms at NASA to boost in-house skills for future Moon missions. Application dates have not yet been set. AL.com
- ➤ City leaders are set to upgrade 3.2 miles of Holmes Avenue with new sidewalks, bike lanes and street lighting in a $30M project designed to boost safety for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers. The project will be complete by 2030. WAAY 31
- ➤ AeroVironment announced Thursday that it was awarded a $97 million contract to build testing facilities at Redstone Arsenal for missile defense & sensor systems. The three-year project called GENESIS will combine hardware with simulated environments to boost U.S. military capabilities. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology hosted its Recent Genomics and Biotech Discoveries event on Feb. 24 at the Jackson Center, where experts explained new findings in diabetes, Huntington’s disease, and hair regrowth (details appear in the upcoming 2026 Guidebook) though many projects remain in early testing. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ In Huntsville, patients say strict Medicaid visit and prescription limits endanger their care, with one facing out-of-pocket fees for tests before a brain surgery Friday. Advocates urge lawmakers to revise the 14-visit cap — a change they say could prevent delays and expensive emergency care. WAFF 48
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Milton Frank Stadium, the James Clemens Jets hosted the Early Bird Invitational Track Meet where sprinters swept podium finishes in the 100m races. Junior London Hall set new school records and Trevor Caudle led the boys (10.80) in record-breaking sprints. The Madison Record
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Naturalist Hike
10 AM – 12 PM — Monte Sano Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the forest ecology with an expert while enjoying a leisurely hike.
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Raptor Shows
11 a.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $8-$20 — Experience the awe-inspiring displays of Alabama's raptors in this educational and captivating show.
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Race to Space Marathon & Half Marathon
6 AM – 1 PM — Bridge Street Town Centre — Registration required — Experience stunning courses and a lively post-race party in a thrilling marathon event.
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GEOHuntsville Summit 2026: Rocket City Rising
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Check event page for cost — Explore the future of geospatial technology, space exploration, and AI with industry leaders and innovative thinkers.
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