Good morning, Huntsville.

The Huntsville Police Department and local non-profit Free 2 Teach have partnered to supply school teachers with needed classroom supplies and will host the After School Bash on June 7 at Big Spring Park from 4—8 p.m. The event will feature bounce houses, live entertainment, food trucks, and a drive for donations to support teachers.

Hundreds lined up outside the new LEGO Store at Bridge Street in Huntsville to be among the first to explore the store, which opens today.

Visitors will see the latest LEGO displays and build experiences when the doors open.

A Morgan County circuit judge granted former Decatur officer Mac Marquette’s motion to delay his murder trial to September 15 at 9 a.m.—he is accused of shooting and killing Steve Perkins during a botched repossession in 2023.

Huntsville City Schools filed an unopposed motion for partial unitary status for extracurricular activities, facilities and staffing on May 9 (building on its current unitary status for transportation).

If the court approves the motion, the district will meet four of seven criteria needed to end federal oversight (the Department of Justice has reported no opposition).

Dr. Jan Hume, Acting Secretary of Early Childhood Education, said Alabama’s Pre-K program, nationally recognized for 19 consecutive years, is set to add 30—40 new classrooms as part of a $12 million budget increase amid a 400% growth over the past decade.

The program serves 93 Pre-K classrooms in the Huntsville-Madison area through public schools, community organizations, and private centers to offer universal access.

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced on May 9th that $40 million in state road projects will improve a dangerous intersection on State Route 53 at Pinedale Road in Ardmore, where several fatalities have occurred including a recent Greyhound bus accident.

The project will add new turn lanes to improve safety — preliminary engineering has begun and construction may start within two years as part of the ATRIP-II program.

Huntsville native Brewer Hicklen recorded his first two major league hits on Thursday for the Detroit Tigers in a doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies, more than 1,000 days after his MLB debut with the Royals.

He was sent back down to Triple-A on Friday—marking a brief return after a long wait for success.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The R&B Experience with Darien Omar

7-11 p.m. — The Note Jazz Lounge — Tickets available — Enjoy an unforgettable night filled with smooth R&B vibes and soulful melodies.

RunningLane Track Championships

May 23-24 — Milton Frank Stadium — Free entry — Witness top athletes vie for victory in this exciting track championship event.