Good morning, Huntsville.

Joe Wheeler EMC reported that a circuit trip at Lacey’s Spring substation caused an hour-long power outage for some customers on June 29th.

The company is investigating the cause — and will update residents when more details are available.

Pizzelle’s Confections in Huntsville was named the No.10 best chocolate shop in the U.S. by USA Today on June 29—after being voted No.1 in 2024, the shop thanked its supporters as LaRue Fine Chocolate took the top spot.

Overnight, an unknown vandal damaged property at Landers McClarty Nissan in Huntsville.

Orion Amphitheater hosted its first Rocket City Pickle Fest on Sunday — the event marked a new local celebration of unique flavors in our community.

The Alabama Legislature has enacted acts such as the Rolling Reserve Act of 2011, Alabama Accountability Act of 2013 and Alabama School Choice and Student Opportunity Act of 2015 that stabilized funding and improved education opportunities.

The new RAISE Act will provide 130 million dollars in needs-based funding for public K-12 schools in fiscal year 2026 + community support remains key to helping all students succeed.

Four hemp companies sued Gov. Ivey and AG Marshall over HB445’s exclusion provisions, claiming the law’s vague guidelines and harsh penalties will harm their ability to transport and sell hemp products.

They are seeking an emergency temporary restraining order to stop enforcement from starting July 1.

Matthew Render claimed victory at the 59th Daikin Spirit of America Golf Classic in Decatur — he sealed his win with a thrilling finish yesterday.

Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Knoxville Smokies

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Toyota Field — Admission Charged — Cheer on the home team as they take on the Smokies in this exciting baseball matchup.

Phusion Comedy Open Mic

8-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedians at Huntsville's favorite open mic night.

Firecracker 5K

1-3:59 p.m. — 15001 Bailey Cove Rd SE — Registration required — Celebrate Independence Day with a spirited 5K run in the heart of Huntsville.

Butterfly Release Program

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Purdy Butterfly House — $8 for Garden Members, $20 for Non-Member children — Experience the joy of releasing live butterflies and capturing unforgettable moments.

George Willborn Comedy Show

6-7:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the talented comedian George Willborn.

Phusion Comedy Open Mic

8-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedians at this weekly open mic event in Huntsville.

Heartshakers - Tom Petty Tribute

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Tickets available at the VBC Box Office and online — Don't miss out on The Heartshakers, a live tribute to the music of Tom Petty.

The Market at MidCity

12-4 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy community vibes in Huntsville.

Level Up STEAM Camp: Python Coding for Beginners

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM — DiVRgence — Registration required — Dive into Python programming with hands-on projects for young learners.

Mick Foley: A Night of Comedy and Storytelling

7-8:30 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — Tickets required — Experience the wit and wisdom of wrestling legend Mick Foley as he shares stories from his colorful career.