Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntsville leaders revealed plans for an all day celebration downtown on July 4 (marking America’s 250th birthday). The event aims to engage residents with festivities honoring the historic milestone. WAAY 31
- ➤ Eligible veterans in Madison, Jackson and Limestone Counties can apply for free home repairs — including HVAC and accessibility upgrades — as Habitat for Humanity of the River Valley launched its Veteran Home Repair Program on May 26; applications are rolling online and at 400 Pratt Ave. NW. FOX 54
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ L3Harris Technologies is investing $25 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Huntsville by adding 130,000 sqft. The work is scheduled to begin soon. WAFF 48
- ➤ Lockheed Martin opened its new 88,000 sqft missile assembly plant in Courtland on Monday to build the Next Generation Interceptor for defense. About 100 workers will staff the facility as part of a quarter-billion-dollar investment that boosts local high-skill jobs. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TVA is finalizing proposals from its February letter to local power companies (including Huntsville Utilities) to ensure that data centers cover rising costs as their load doubles by 2030. The TVA Board will review the changes on Aug. 20 while protecting rates for regular customers. AL.com
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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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