Daily
Huntsville
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jordan Gray works as the Social Media Manager for the Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau and leads the digital voice of Visit Huntsville. With 15 years of hospitality experience, she promotes local events like Culinary Month and Holiday Magic while boosting the city’s vibrant community. Huntsville Business Journal
- ➤ Veterans and community members gathered in Huntsville yesterday to honor fallen service members + local coalition members laid wreaths for Gold Star families. WAAY 31
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at Big Spring Park and lined downtown streets for the annual Cotton Row Run on May 28. The community event marked a lively tradition drawing thousands of local participants. WAAY 31
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizzelle’s Confections, owned by sisters Michelle Novosel and Caitlin Lyon, is in USA Today’s 10Best contest for best chocolate shops; locals can vote until June 8 at 11 a.m. Opened in 2013, the shop is known for fair-trade Felchlin and creative flavors—earning praise from food lovers. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Community Dance Festival and Showcase returns to the Academy for Academics and Arts on Sparkman Drive on June 27 — offering free classes and local dance group performances for all skill levels. WAAY 31
- ➤ The Cigar Box Music Festival is happening May 29-31 at local venues such as Lowe Mill and The Orion Amphitheater, with free performances, guitar workshops and a benefit concert by Gary Nichols — proceeds support music education through the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation. FOX 54
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madison County school board announced teacher bonuses up to $5,000 for the coming school year based on experience, offering $2,000 to $5,000 supplements and special rates for special education staff (to reward and retain talent). The system serves over 1,400 certified teachers and 1,000 support staff. AL.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utility experts recommended that residents set their thermostats near 78°F (to help maintain comfort and reduce energy costs) as summer heat affected the area yesterday. WAAY 31
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville resident Robin Miller (diagnosed just over a year ago) is sharing her ALS story during ALS Awareness Month to raise awareness and educate locals. WAAY 31
- ➤ A Hazel Green High School alum is organizing a Hazel Green Alumni Well-Being Check-In to connect classmates and local residents with mental health resources—this effort offers a supportive space for guidance and community wellness. WAAY 31
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Phoenix-based developer is planning a new 1,800-unit residential community called Harris Farms that will offer varied housing types and amenities — including trails, pools and courts — on rezoned land north of Bob Wade Lane near the $240 million North Village Town Center in north Huntsville. AL.com
- ➤ The final residents have moved out of the Huntsville Summit apartments and crews will soon begin demolition—planning to replace the building with a facility for local seniors. WAFF 48
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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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