Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Huntsville.
Jackson County Sheriff Rocky Harnen said rescue teams are working amid county flooding at Tumbling Rock Cave on County Road 111 (where five people exited and 12 remain trapped) and at Mother's Finest Cave in Little Coon Valley, where a boat is being sent to reach those inside.
Huntsville business owner Natalia Infante leads Hola Insights, a market research firm that uses human intuition to help national brands.
After relocating her firm three years ago, she plans to build local partnerships with groups like The Catalyst + APEX.
Floodwaters from heavy rains closed Naugher Road in Madison County last Sunday, and the National Weather Service has warned of flash floods in several counties until 4-5:30 p.m. today so motorists should avoid flooded routes.
During the official visit weekend, five-star kicker Luke Cody from Texas pledged to join Alabama football's 2027 class after a strong showing at Kohl’s southern spring showcase.
Cody is the eighth commit and is rated No.9 kicker, adding depth to the Crimson Tide roster.
Young anglers gathered at Brahan Spring Park Saturday morning for the Wally Vess fishing tournament, hoping to catch the biggest catfish and showcase local fishing skills.
Alabama baseball's game had its last two innings suspended from a nearly five-hour weather delay due to (field conditions) and will restart today at 11 a.m. CT at Sewell-Thomas Stadium with gates opening at 10 a.m. CT while Alabama leads 7-2 in the eighth inning.
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.
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.
Postcards to Space with Blue Origin
2-3 p.m. — Brain Space — Tickets required — Create and send postcards to space, then collaborate on a mission patch while boosting teamwork skills.
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.
New Comedy Showcase
7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with emerging comedians showcasing their original material.
Live Performance by Big Bo
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Entice Bar and Grille — Refunds available up to 4 days before event — Enjoy Southern soul and trail ride music featuring Big Bo and opening act Gh Banks.
Summer Solstice Concert
Evening — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Cost TBD — Celebrate the start of summer with an evening of music amidst nature.
In Conversation with John Delony
5:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $29.51 — Experience the hilarious mix of therapy and comedy with podcaster John Delony.
Bay Simpson Concert
Concert — Evening — Mars Music Hall — Free admission — Experience the soulful sounds of Bay Simpson and The Alabama Heathens.
PokeKon Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville — Admission $20, kids under 11 free — Celebrate all things Pokémon at this exciting convention.
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