Daily
Huntsville
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dragon Alley, an Asian street food restaurant and bar, held its ribbon cutting ceremony at 1030 MidCity Dr on Monday, May 11 and became a new addition to the district's growing offerings for locals. The venue aims to boost MidCity's appeal to both residents and visitors. City of Huntsville
- ➤ FabArc Steel Supply expanded its Decatur operations by leasing a fabrication facility at 127 Old Alabama 24 from Turner Industries; the 60,000 sqft site on 29 acres added 35 jobs and transitioned on May 11 — positioning the company for continued growth in the Tennessee Valley. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, May 11, the Huntsville Music Office joined national partners in launching the Association of Music Offices (AMO) to share best practices and support local music. Music Officer Matt Mandrella said the group will develop frameworks to measure music's cultural impact. City of Huntsville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Oakwood University Gold & Blue Scholarship Gala held May 11, the District 5 Council Improvement Fund presented a $22,000 check to support student growth. The donation will help prepare students for diverse careers in the workforce. City of Huntsville
- ➤ District 5 Council Improvement Fund presented a $5,000 check to Columbia High School girls track team on May 11. Coach Taylor Jones and Principal Lenoise Richey accepted the donation (supporting the students' athletic development). City of Huntsville
- ➤ The free After School Bash returns to Big Spring Park on June 6 from 4-8 p.m. and is hosted by Huntsville PD, Huntsville Parks & Recreation, and Free 2 Teach, inviting families to bring school supplies for the Pack-the-Patrol-Car drive. WAAY 31
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Six firms with Alabama locations received Pentagon contracts worth $984 million, including a $483 million order for Lockheed Martin in Huntsville. Work there will upgrade air and missile defense systems and support Navy and Coast Guard operations, with key phases finishing by September. AL.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Upgrades and new business additions are planned for Plaza MidCity as part of the Old Monrovia Road project. Construction begins this month and will finish in November, adding new fitness concepts and an art academy to the district's mix of retail and entertainment. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Simon II verbally pledged to join the Crimson Tide's 2027 recruiting class on Monday, choosing Alabama over offers from Ole Miss, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. The four-star linebacker from Brentwood Academy becomes the team's sixth commitment. AL.com
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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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Coffee, Conversations, and Calhoun - June
8-11 a.m. — Just Love Coffee Cafe — Free coffee — Connect with Calhoun Community College and explore admissions in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Junior Dribblers - June Training
5-6 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — Registration required — Engage your little ones in a fun and structured soccer training environment designed for ages 4-6.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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