Good morning, Huntsville.

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is hosting a nine-day Armed Forces Celebration from June 5 to 13 that honors the town's defense community — a vital part of the local economy.

The events include an Army Birthday party, Gold Star Family Appreciation at Toyota Field, and a downtown proclamation signing.

Big Spring Park expansion is underway downtown at the former city hall site and will finish in August — a project set to boost local community green space.

Matthew Mason, a Huntsville native and senior associate at McMillan Pazdan Smith, brings 10 years of commercial architecture experience to projects including museums, specialty centers, and modern offices; he also serves on the AIA North Alabama Executive Committee and volunteers with Ducks Unlimited to support local conservation efforts.

Mae Adams serves as vice president and private banking officer at ServisFirst Bank and as 2026 Chair of the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library Foundation Board.

She has managed a large private banking portfolio for nine years (her experience benefits local growth) and leads a support team.

Live Night at The Camp is a free music event featuring Nashville artists Presley Philpot, Sidecar, McKay and Jonathan Plevyak at 7 p.m. on May 30 (a collaboration among the Huntsville Music Office, East Iris Studios, MidCity District and the Apollo Coalition) that brings new energy to local music venues.

The Cigar Box Music Festival returns this weekend with a kickoff set for 6 p.m. Friday at Lowe Mill.

The three-day event, honoring Microwave Dave through a special commemorative guitar drawing, will feature seasoned and emerging musicians; proceeds benefit his music education foundation.

Fox & Friends visited downtown today and featured Marshall Space Flight Center — a local gem that marks Huntsville's space heritage — as part of a segment on Rocket City.

Recent rainfall has eased a spring drought for local farmers and boosted business for pest control companies in the Tennessee Valley.

The weather has provided much-needed relief and growth for agriculture and related sectors today.

Gov. Ivey hosted the Rural Health Transformation Workshop at UNA today to brief local healthcare workers on funding that will soon be available through the state-backed program (Rural Health Transformation Program).

Downtown Huntsville is facing major traffic delays and will begin water outages at 8 a.m. today.

City officials advise residents to allow extra travel time while crews work to restore the water supply.

The Athens Limestone Wellness Center hosts a free car seat check event today to help parents verify that car seats are installed correctly.

Technicians will also provide available seats for families who qualify for programs such as WIC, Medicaid, and AllKids.

FCA will host summer sports camps for athletes with events in Marshall County (June 8-12), a Middle School PTL at Madison Academy on July 30-31, and a High School PTL at the Von Braun Center on Aug.

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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.

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.

Young Ballers Training - June Sessions

3-4 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — Registration required — Engage young athletes aged 7-9 in tech-supported training that enhances skills and coordination.

Sewing for Beginners Camp

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Burritt on the Mountain — Registration required — Young makers can learn sewing basics in a fun, supportive environment with hands-on guidance.

The Dance Factor Summer Dance Program

Jun 11 – Jul 10 — The Dance Factor, Huntsville, AL — Varies by program — Engage your kids in a fun summer dance experience with unlimited classes across various styles and age ranges.