Good morning, Huntsville.

With students out for summer, the Jarrod Michael Lockett Foundation is stepping up outreach to discuss gun safety with local children and teens.

The nonprofit – founded after Justin Lockett lost his brother – will mentor youth and promote honest conversations about the dangers of guns.

After Monday's storms, New Market residents and officials began cleanup efforts—describing the damage as among the worst seen so far.

Huntsville city leaders are urging ALDOT to install safety gates at the Salty Bottom Road crossing near Gurley after a fatal accident in May killed Keegan Davis and his daughter — officials painted warning lines and contacted engineers for future improvements.

Free 2 Teach is celebrating its 15th summer by offering free school supplies to 6,000 teachers and staff from 113 public schools, aiding over 75,000 students.

Teachers must register online (with school IDs) and shop monthly to collect an average of $454 in supplies.

UAH College of Nursing’s Neighborhood Nursing initiative served 500+ residents in five communities since fall 2025 and will expand to Jackson County to offer care and train future nurses (partnering with local health organizations), with its SHINE 2026 symposium set for Nov.

12 at UAH.

Financial expert Jay McGowan of The Welch Group warns that scammers use AI to target finances with deepfakes and phishing emails (FBI estimates $21 billion in annual cybercrime losses).

He advises families to use a secret safe word and call back on verified numbers before sharing money.

Planned power outages will affect northeast Madison County next week — crews will work in a different section each day to upgrade the grid.

Customers should plan accordingly.

Huntsville-based KBR Wyle Services LLC secured a $36 million Pentagon contract on Monday to provide systems engineering, digital transformation, and cybersecurity support for weapon systems at Redstone Arsenal through Dec.

31, with funding coming from Army missile procurement, Foreign Military Sales, and Army operations funds.

The first building at Front Row will welcome residents on July 1 near the Von Braun Center, featuring 313 apartment units and modern amenities.

The development is set to create a live, work, play environment with retail spaces (including a public plaza to open later this year).

Ten local high school baseball players are set to compete for next spring's Player of the Year award.

The candidates, drawn from area schools, posted strong season stats and will vie for the title next year.

AL.com's Terrific 22 honors the top baseball players among 14 local high schools for the 2026 season, including award winners Kamrin Jenkins (Bob Jones) and Braden Weathers (Hartselle).

Players represent counties (Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, Morgan) across the region.

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.

Rocket City Market

9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Explore an eclectic mix of vintage finds and handmade goods at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.

July 9U-14U Summer Camp

5-7 p.m. — Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium — Great opportunity for young soccer enthusiasts to enhance their skills and enjoy the game.

Sell Your Camera Gear at GigaParts

Jul 17-18 — GigaParts — Free entry — Turn your used camera gear into cash or a bonus trade-up at this walk-in event.