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Huntsville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors in Marshall County rallied with over 250 petition signatures to oppose a planned rock quarry at 7442 Warrenton Road. Residents will meet weekly as they prepare for the public hearing on May 28 at 6 p.m. at the Marshall County RSVP — aiming to protect property and air quality. AL.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Origin will add more than 100 jobs as it expands its Huntsville facility to support thruster production for space missions; the company has grown from 300 to over 1,600 employees across Alabama. AL.com
- ➤ Leslie Watts, with 20 years of banking expertise, works as the Private Banking Relationship Manager at Merit Bank and serves on boards for the Land Trust of North Alabama + UCP of Huntsville, strengthening local financial and educational programs. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Chef Abner Hernandez has been named executive chef at Purveyor and will lead menu development immediately as the restaurant builds on its Michelin-recommended reputation. His diverse culinary background, including roles at the Trilogy Hotel and Birmingham establishments, is set to influence the modern Southern dining experience. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Danny Davis, formerly of Tangled String Studios, has launched Tangled String Syndicate to bring curated live music back to Huntsville. The group’s debut concert is on June 4 at Straight to Ale’s Speakeasy (with headliner John Paul White and opener Common Man) and tickets are already sold out. AL.com
- ➤ The Huntsville Broadway Theater League announced an upcoming performance of Water for Elephants: The Musical in the city (dates and ticket details coming soon). WAAY 31
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville teacher Ashley Tibbetts — in her first year at Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School — was named FOX54 Top Teacher for her innovative faith based lessons. She makes learning fun with hands on activities and a pen pal exchange with Uganda. FOX 54
- ➤ Dr. Donald Leo, who was UGA’s first engineering dean, will be UAH’s 11th president as announced Wednesday on campus; he will assume the role on June 1 and brings three decades of higher education leadership to guide the university forward. Huntsville Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The BBB confirmed that recent census mailers in Huntsville are legitimate and part of the official 2026 Census Test. Selected households (81,000 in the area) are invited to complete a secure 40-minute online survey, with follow-up visits scheduled from June 1 through Aug. 31. WAAY 31
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bob Jones High School stunned Hewitt-Trussville in a double-overtime game yesterday to secure a spot in the 7A title game, with Zachary McGee scoring the winning basket (with 5.4 seconds left). WAFF 48
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Get The Led Out Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life on stage by GTLO.
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DAMAG3 Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Mad Malts Brewing — Check the event page for details — Experience an electrifying mix of alternative hip-hop with southern roots and eclectic influences.
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Damon Darling Show
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets from $113 — Enjoy a night of comedy featuring Damon Darling at Stand Up Live Huntsville.
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Sage Autumn Live Performance
9:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Jefferson Street Pub — Check event page for costs — Enjoy the melodic sounds of California's rising singer/songwriter talent Sage Autumn.
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Fit For A King Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — $21-$110 — Experience an energetic performance by Fit For A King in the heart of Huntsville.
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FitChellaHsv
9 AM - 1 PM — Field Day — Limited early bird tickets available — Experience the high-energy fusion of music and fitness at Huntsville's vibrant day party.
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Ron Taylor Comedy Show
6-10 PM — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Ron Taylor, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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Back to Summer Camp Basketball Camp
All day — Shoot 360 Huntsville — Pricing details not listed — Kick off summer with an exciting basketball camp experience.
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Conjunto Nube and More
8-11 p.m. — OK Corral — Tickets available — Feel the powerful energy of live music with Conjunto Nube and GROUP REACTOR in a night of adrenaline and joy.
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Book Launch: Katherine Center's The Shippers
6-7:30 p.m. — Walker's Market — $35 includes book and refreshments — Celebrate the launch of Katherine Center's new novel with a talk and book signing.
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~ Edgar Degas
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