Good morning, Huntsville.

Madison County will host its fourth annual Juneteenth celebration, OH Freedom 2026, on June 19 at the Robert (Bob) Harrison Wellness and Advocacy Center.

The event offers a community conversation, food truck rally and vendor market, and a micro business pitch competition; admission is free.

Protesters gathered (for a second day) at Edgewater in Madison yesterday to oppose an HOA plan to remove over 200 Canada geese.

805 After Five will host nationally-acclaimed Americana artist Lindsay Lou with The Burney Sisters tomorrow from 6-9 p.m. at Butler Green, featuring food trucks and local vendors to celebrate free live music and vibrant community tradition.

The FBI’s 22,000 sqft Kinetic Cyber Range at Redstone Arsenal opened in Feb.

2025 and has already trained over 1,400 students from the FBI, NASA and the Army — the facility offers hands-on digital investigations in a real-world simulation.

Madison City Schools confirmed Eric Terrell as interim superintendent (who previously led during remote schooling) at a board meeting on June 16 and he will start on July 1 when applications close.

Retiring superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols praised his leadership from a prior term and a smooth transition.

On June 11, Alabama released spring reading test scores from 54,000 third graders showing nearly 90% met the state benchmark, with Huntsville City Schools at 85 & 6,467 students invited to summer reading camps.

Forecasters say a low-pressure system in the Gulf may develop into a tropical depression later today and its moisture is expected to bring heavy rain and possible severe storms to Alabama from today through Thursday.

Huntsville’s Integration Innovation Inc. and Pinnacle Solutions LLC were selected by the Pentagon to compete for task orders under a multi-year virtual training contract worth $396 million that runs until 2033 — the companies will bid on each Army order as they are issued.

Since fluoride was removed one year ago, local dentists in Madison warn that children’s teeth may be at risk and patients could face more dental procedures if proper care is skipped— they advise brushing and flossing diligently to prevent decay.

Huntsville’s real estate market entered a new phase in May as pending home sales surged over 23% year-over-year.

Economic growth from Space Command, defense and corporate relocations bolstered median prices, and experts expect annual appreciation to reach 4 — 5% if buyer activity remains strong.

Limestone County and Decatur partnered with Synergy Sports to plan a $2.2 billion regional sports complex called The Crossroads of the Tennessee Valley near the interchange with Interstate 65 on Hwy 20.

The project (which will include mixed-use development) is expected to boost sports tourism across the Southeast.

Synergy Sports, Limestone County, the City of Decatur and Crossroads LLC announced a plan to develop a mixed-use venue—featuring a southeast regional sports complex, retail, residential, hotel and family entertainment—on Hwy.

20 near the I-65 interchange. Officials say more details will be shared in coming months.

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.

Buena Vibra Fest 2026

8 PM — Hops N Guac — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant Latino culture at the Buena Vibra Festival in Huntsville.

MidCity Independence Day Celebration

6-11 p.m. — Apollo Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Fourth of July with local music, a patriotic glow party, and the biggest fireworks show in North Alabama.

La'Trez Anderson Live

6-9 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets starting at $39.87 — Enjoy a night of laughs with the comedic stylings of La'Trez Anderson.

Nike Flag Football Camp - Huntsville, AL

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Fern Bell Recreation Center — $339 for 5-day camp — Develop skills in flag football through professional instruction and fun competitions.

Michael Blackson Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Experience the uproarious antics of 'The African King of Comedy' in an unforgettable night of laughter.