Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Huntsville.
Enable Madison County built a custom wheelchair ramp for 7-year-old Reina to help her and her grandparents access their home safely + easing their daily lifting struggles.
The ramp now offers the family added independence and peace of mind.
Officials announced a weeklong Armed Forces Celebration scheduled for June 5 to 13 to honor military members, veterans and service personnel linked to Redstone Arsenal.
The events feature a golf tournament at the Links at Redstone, a birthday celebration at Redstone Gateway and a concert at Big Spring Park — engaging the local community in support of our defense forces.
Journey Middle School math teams for grades 6, 7 and 8 won first place team trophies and earned 19 individual medals at the Pizitz Middle School Math Tournament held April 15-16.
Teacher Mrinal Joshi credited rigorous in-class preparation and practice as key factors in their success.
Huntsville City Schools approved a $3.68 million purchase agreement for 82 acres north of Highway 431 and Old Big Cove Road in Hampton Cove — paving the way for a new elementary or middle school to open for the 2033 school year.
School leaders in the Tennessee Valley are preparing free summer meal programs for children 18 and under as rising food prices affect families; Huntsville City Schools will serve meals from June 1 to June 25 (at Martin Luther King Jr., Ridgecrest, and Whitesburg), with plans underway in Albertville and Athens.
Huntsville Police Department warns residents to expect heavy downtown delays on Friday, May 22 due to large events at the Von Braun Center, including a high school graduation and an exiting conference.
Drivers should allow extra time and use alternate routes — officers and City Parking Services will assist.
Huntsville Hospital's Trauma Services team hosted a training event today for National Trauma Awareness and Stop the Bleed Month.
The program taught community members to control severe bleeding using wound packing + tourniquets to provide aid before EMS arrival.
Prospective residents can schedule private tours as leasing opens at Residences at Front Row in downtown with move-ins starting July 1.
The development features 545 luxury residences at 1 & 2 Front Row Boulevard along with hotel-grade amenities.
Trilogy Investment Company completed sitework for REV3 at The Celeste on Plummer Road, paving the way for vertical construction to start early June; the 172-townhome build-to-rent community will feature three-bedroom layouts with attached garages and amenities — a resort-style pool, clubhouse and fitness center — near employment and retail sites.
Cline Thompson has been named General Manager at the Huntsville Sports Commission where he leads event operations across local sports venues.
He brings legal, military and business experience that is expected to drive community sports tourism.
Former Bob Jones High alumna Rachel Entrekin set a record at the Cocodona 250 Ultramarathon May 4-6 in Flagstaff (finishing 90 minutes ahead of the runner-up) in just over 56 hours, marking a historic win for her family from Madison.
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.
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.
Back to Summer Camp Basketball Camp
All day — Shoot 360 Huntsville — Pricing details not listed — Kick off summer with an exciting basketball camp experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Columbus Clingstones vs. Rocket City Trash Pandas
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Toyota Field — $20 for dinner and game ticket — Tailgate with Athens State Alumni before cheering for the Trash Pandas.
Tin Roof Cats & OmCat Live Performance
9 p.m. - 1 a.m. — The Tip Top Cafe — $10 pre-sale, $12 door — Experience the high-energy sounds of Nashville's finest jam bands in a unique improvisational night.
Yaleo - The Ultimate Santana Experience
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall, Huntsville, AL — Interactive add-on available — Experience an immersive night with the ultimate tribute to Santana.
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