Good morning, Huntsville.

Town Madison is getting new hotels, restaurants, and other businesses as it nears 60% to 65% completion—a Courtyard and a Residence Inn by Marriott are almost finished while Homewood Suites and Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux are open.

The development also has plans for Escapology, Marx Optical, Ardent Preschool, and new homes as a new interchange near Toyota Field brings more traffic to the area.

A Huntsville woman, Amber Baker, is accused of shooting 22-year-old Nicholas Howell on June 16 in self-defense—her attorney asked for immunity and a judge ordered written arguments from both sides over the next five days.

Judge Herman N. Johnson Jr. ordered on July 14 that a classified documents expert be named as the security officer in the case against Missile Defense Agency worker Ewa Ciszak, who is charged with taking secret and classified documents from her office to her home between January and June, and six alternate officers will step in+ the move is meant to protect sensitive information as the government plans to show some details in court.

Fans of blues, soul and Southern rock will enjoy the free 805 After Five concert featuring Eddie 9V and Microwave Dave & The Blue Band on Thursday, July 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Butler Green, Campus No. 805.

Grace is tracking forecasts that show triple-digit temperatures may hit Huntsville soon—residents are urged to prepare for dangerous heat.

Sergeant Dario Lykes of Wetumpka was named Redstone Arsenal’s Security Guard of the Year for 2024 during a ceremony on July 2 at the arsenal police station—he earned the Department of the Army Civilian Service Commendation Medal for his service from April 1 to March 31.

Developers are building four market-rate houses on 50th Street North in West Woodlawn—priced at $259,000—and Woodlawn United will soon break ground on affordable housing on Georgia Road in South Woodlawn.

Local officials say these projects will give residents access to homes without displacing community members.

Huntsville veterans bought more homes in the first half of 2025 as VA purchase loans jumped 18.8% to 851 compared to 716 last year—around 80 Gen Z service members have used the loan program to start homeownership.

Major League Fishing announced that Lake Guntersville will host Stage 1 of the 2026 Bass Pro Tour from Jan.

15—18 as 51 top professional anglers will compete for a top prize of $150,000 and a season-long purse of millions; Marshall County Tourism—Sports is hosting the event, marking its third tour stop at the lake.

CodeHSV Summer Tech Mixer

6-8 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Network and innovate at Huntsville's vibrant tech community mixer.

Columbus Clingstones vs. Rocket City Trash Pandas

6:35–8:35 p.m. — Toyota Field — Admission Charged — Don't miss the exciting matchup between the Rocket City Trash Pandas and the Columbus Clingstones.

Hike at Bethel Spring

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Bethel Spring Nature Preserve — Free entry — Experience a moderately challenging hike with beautiful scenery and a stunning waterfall.

Riveting Reptile Day

9-11 a.m. — J.D. & Annie S. Hays Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover fascinating reptiles and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages.

Kami Con - Huntsville Anime Invasion

3 p.m. - 12 a.m. — vbc south hall — Tickets available online — Celebrate Japanese culture, gaming, and anime with fellow enthusiasts.

Huntsville City FC vs. Orlando City B

7-10 p.m. — Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium — Admission Charged — Don't miss this exciting soccer matchup between Huntsville City FC and Orlando City B.

Matt Stell Concert

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Guntersville City Harbor — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with multi-platinum country artist Matt Stell as he brings his chart-topping hits to the stage.

"Weird Al" Yankovic Live

7:30-9 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the king of comedy songs on his 'Bigger & Weirder' tour this summer.

Level Up STEAM Camp: Robotics Engineering for Kids

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — DiVRgence — Registration required — Dive into robotics with hands-on projects for 3rd to 6th graders and enjoy team challenges in engineering!

Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Birmingham Barons

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Field — Admission Charged — Cheer for the local Rocket City Trash Pandas as they take on the Birmingham Barons in this exciting baseball matchup.