Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Huntsville.
🏘️ Community
Huntsville and Downtown Huntsville Inc are hosting an Artemis II splashdown watch party at Big Spring Park today at 6 p.m. The event will feature a live stream & food trucks to bring the community together for this historic space celebration.
Huntsville's Community Development Department celebrated National Community Development Week earlier this week by using a $500,000 federal grant to renovate two low-income senior homes and train Habitat for Humanity volunteers.
Mayor Tommy Battle also awarded a construction manager for community leadership.
💼 Business
BlueHalo (a Huntsville firm) was awarded a $19 million Pentagon contract to develop advanced ceramic materials for military projects, with work at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and an expected completion date of Dec.
4, 2029.
🎭 Culture
Design Week 2026's Opening Night celebration will feature Huntsville native Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves at The Lumberyard on April 13 from 6-9 p.m., marking a homecoming performance as part of a four-day creative event.
Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville unveiled its 67th season on Apr.
9. The season includes two local premieres, two audience favorites, a beloved classic and a special show for young audiences, with performances planned across various venues.
🎓 Education
Governor Kay Ivey announced that the CHOOSE Act education savings account program received nearly 49,000 applications, significantly increasing participation from last school year.
Families will be notified mid-April + funds will be available starting in July for eligible K-12 students.
Huntsville summer camps now accept registrations for children entering grades 1 through 6 and offer both full and half day programs this summer.
Kylie Zou, a seventh grader at Journey Middle School, qualified for the national MATHCOUNTS competition in Orlando after placing second at the state contest on March 21.
Her achievement shows the school’s strong support for academic challenges.
Limestone County Schools is set to begin construction this summer at East Limestone High School to add classrooms and upgrade safety features as enrollment grows.
The project includes a multi-purpose room (which will serve as a storm shelter) to support the expanding student body.
🌲 Environment
Huntsville’s Green Team is hosting Earth Month events today with a plant and supplies giveaway at the Jaycee Building at John Hunt Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (free tomato and cucumber plants are available while supplies last) followed by a community cleanup on Saturday at the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center, where cleanup supplies will be provided.
🏛️ Government
TVA is using a high-tech aircraft with a LiDAR system to survey transmission lines for tree hazards during the current severe weather season, and crews will trim risky trees by October to secure power for north Alabama.
The program improves speed and lowers costs by replacing slower ground inspections.
🎉 Huntsville Events
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Rocket City Market
9 AM - 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover unique vintage finds and artisan goods at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.
Young Ballers University Training Sessions
3-4 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — See website for pricing — A fun and engaging group training class for young athletes aged 7-9 focusing on skill development and teamwork.
Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams
A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!
Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams
A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!
Drone Days at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
9 AM – 8 PM — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Check event website for costs — Experience cutting-edge drone technology in an engaging two-day event.
Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo
7 PM to 12 PM — 700 Monroe St SW Parking — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate all things geek at Alabama's largest comic and pop culture expo!
Back to the Future™ — Meet Christopher Lloyd
April 17-19 — Von Braun Center — Autograph and Photo Opportunities — Meet the iconic Doc Brown from Back to the Future.
6th Annual Crawfish Festival
11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Celebrate crawfish season with live music, food, and fun for all ages.
Matcha & Bloom Floral Arranging Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Nitro Tales • Coffee + Cocktail Bar — $95 per person — Create a custom floral arrangement while enjoying a crafted matcha beverage.
New Comedy Showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop
7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — General admission — Enjoy an entertaining night of laughs with a comedy showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop.
Monster Jam 2026
7 PM — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling stunts and action-packed excitement with incredible monster trucks.
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