Daily
Huntsville
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ 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. WAFF 48
- ➤ 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. Huntsville Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Huntsville Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. City of Huntsville
- ➤ 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. WHNT News 19
- ➤ 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. FOX 54
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WAFF 48
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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). FOX 54
- ➤ 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. WAFF 48
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. WAAY 31
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. 7-8. The Madison Record
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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City Lights & Stars Concert Series: Stanley Dan
7-9 p.m. — Burritt on the Mountain — Dinner available for purchase — Enjoy a captivating evening with the Stanley Dan tribute band performing soulful hits.
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Disney’s Descendants: The Musical
1-2 p.m. — Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater & Academy — $24/adult, $18/child — Experience the magic and mischief of fairy-tale royalty in this vibrant musical adventure.
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~ Winston Churchill
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