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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Athens-Limestone Chamber of Commerce has named six companies as the Best Places to Work in Limestone County—Athens-Limestone Hospital, Bryant Bank, First National Bank, Mauldin and Jenkins, McCurry Van and Car Rental, and Pepsi Cola Decatur. An award luncheon will be held in June to honor the winners. WAAY 31
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tanisha Elizabeth Garth Nance, a 33-year-old Huntsville woman, was indicted by a Madison County grand jury on Wednesday on charges of drug trafficking and possessing a machinegun — her arraignment is set for May 22. WAFF 48
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The College of Cardinals met at the Vatican yesterday morning to begin choosing a new pope by praying, voting, and watching for white smoke—Huntsville priest Father Joe Lubrano of St. Joseph Catholic Church said Catholics around the world will celebrate when the new pontiff is announced. WHNT News 19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Vineetha Menon is the Dr. Terence Reed Endowed Associate Professor of Computer Science and director of the Big Data Analytics Lab at UAH who leads multidisciplinary AI and big data research—she has won awards, mentors IEEE, and volunteers actively in the Huntsville community. Huntsville Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FBI Director Kash Patel said that Redstone Arsenal needs $160 million to build new training facilities over the next three years to move up to 1,400 FBI employees to Huntsville—he added that 500 workers will be transferred by the end of the year. AL.com
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 6 held its Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Service at 6 p.m. at the FOP Lodge 6 Memorial Wall on the south side of the Madison County Courthouse to honor 26 officers who died in the line of duty since 1880 + local law enforcement leaders, including officials from Huntsville and Madison police and the county sheriff, spoke at the hour-long service. WAAY 31
- ➤ City officials said negotiations are still ongoing for Big Cove Village as owner Tom Drake and developer Tom Lowe from T2 Capital Management work to finalize a mixed-use plan in Huntsville. They expect to reach an agreement this summer—if so, the project will include homes, shops, and public spaces, while planned improvements on Old Big Cove Road will move forward regardless. AL.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Sheena Collier is the Huntsville native CEO and founder of Provision Realty, LLC and Provision Real Estate Academy with over 20 years of experience in logistics and real estate. She earned her degrees from Stillman College, Texas A&M Texarkana and Trinity International University—she also mentors local professionals and has been honored with awards for her leadership. Huntsville Business Journal
TRAVEL NEWS
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2025 Huntsville Classic featuring The Avett Brothers
11:00 AM – 11:30 PM — The Orion Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the melodic blend of folk and rock from The Avett Brothers at this must-see event.
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A Wrinkle in Time
1-2:30 p.m. — VBC Playhouse — $23/adult, $18/child — Dive into a time-traveling adventure with Meg Murry as she searches for her missing father.
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Pete Lee Live Comedy Show
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Ticketed event — Experience live comedy with Pete Lee in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Smile Empty Soul Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Furniture Factory Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an energetic performance by Smile Empty Soul at this downtown venue.
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Taylor Grace Music
5-11 p.m. — Prohibition Rooftop Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night filled with music and vibrant atmosphere over cocktails on the rooftop.
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Harry Williams All Comers Track Meet
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Milton Frank Stadium — Entry details not provided — Experience thrilling sprints and races at this community track event.
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2025 AIAA Greater Huntsville Section Awards Banquet
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $40-$60 — Celebrate outstanding achievements in aerospace with a buffet dinner and a keynote on nuclear fission technologies for space exploration.
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Rocket City BBQ & Soul Fest
10 a.m. – 9 p.m. — NSS Conference Center — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ and soulful tunes at this vibrant festival.
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Step Into the Wild: A Hike Series
8-10 a.m. — Monte Sano Mountain Bike Trail Parking — Free entry — Explore Madison County's natural beauty with a guided hike on the Stone Cut Trail.
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Haywire Returns to Mad Malts
7-11:30 p.m. — Mad Malts Brewing — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of local music featuring Haywire and supporting acts Writhing Shadows, Bareknuckle, and Bootprint.
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