Good morning, Huntsville.

A viewer’s photo of trash near the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library has raised questions about who cleans the area.

Local officials have not yet said who is responsible for the cleanup.

VFW Post 2702 bears the names of Herman Gentry and Luther Isom (two Madison County veterans who died in separate world wars).

The memorial honors their service and connects local history to our community.

Huntsville’s JuneFest will celebrate its 10th anniversary this weekend with a T.I. concert, a custom car show, and a celebrity basketball game — offering a blend of music, cars, and sports for the community.

Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s After-School Programs opens Monday, June 29 at 8 a.m. via its online platform, offering children in grades 1-6 safe after-school care with homework help, crafts & sports from 2:30-6 p.m. at select community centers.

Brittany Borys was named Teacher of the Year at Mill Creek Elementary School today and thanked her colleagues and students for their support — she brings 12 years of teaching experience and inspires her third-grade class.

Heritage Elementary School in Huntsville recognized Caitlin Morris as Teacher of the Year today — she launched the All Kids Bike program to boost safety for kindergarteners and earned praise from school officials.

Monrovia Middle School eighth grader Lucy Glass placed second in the inaugural essay contest held by Honoring Veteran Legacies, writing about WWII veteran Sherwin Callander.

The contest—open to public and private schools in Madison, Limestone, and Morgan counties—honored student and teacher achievements with certificates and prize money.

Alabama signed a dam safety law in April that lets dam owners volunteer for inspections every four years and requires AEMA to submit a plan by early 2027 + work with the Army Corps to update the dam registry, while engineers warn many dams remain unchecked.

City Planner James Vandiver said home construction surged by over 40% from last year and single-family lot approvals reached record highs (including spots in Providence, north Huntsville, and Limestone County).

He noted that while apartment starts slowed, new construction is set to boost inventory for the growing market.

T.J. Webster, a 2019 Sparkman graduate, is now head coach of the Sparkman softball program at Harvest, replacing former coach Macie Morris.

She began her role immediately and plans off-season workouts to boost returning players and build a winning team.

Madison Academy’s Lady Mustangs earned three All-State Softball honors with Cataryna Schreiber (earning her fourth straight First-Team nod) and finished third in Class 3A state playoffs.

The USTA U16 Clay Court National Championships will be held from July 5-12 at the Athletic Club of Alabama on Leeman Ferry Road, drawing top U16 tennis players to Huntsville for the sixth time.

13-year-old Decatur native Ocie Barran, ranked No-8 among rising eighth graders nationally, is set to compete.

Kamrin Jenkins of Bob Jones was named Hitter of the Year and selected for the Super All-State baseball team after playing 46 games in Madison — a milestone for regional high school talent.

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.