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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Huntsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Family members said it is a miracle the victim survived the accident—he was taken to the hospital after a runaway truck crashed into Jones Valley Target. WAFF 48
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tanger announced that Bridge Street Town Centre will add new retailers including Madewell, L.L.Bean and Rowan while Starbucks and Crocs are already open—L.L.Bean will open next spring near Dick’s Sporting Goods, Madewell will debut in November and Rowan is set for 2026. This expansion boosts the center’s mix of national brands in a growing Huntsville market. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Union Grove man was stopped in Priceville on Wednesday around 5:20 p.m. after a moving violation led police to request a canine unit which discovered a mix of fentanyl and methamphetamine, illegal prescription medications, and a meth pipe, and he now faces charges for trafficking dangerous drugs with a $76,000 bond. WAAY 31
- ➤ A Union Grove man, Joshua Heath Stewart, 46, was arrested on Wednesday after a traffic stop on the 3200 block of Point Mallard Parkway when officers plus a K-9 unit found a mix of fentanyl-methamphetamine, illegal prescription drugs and a meth pipe, and he now faces charges for drug trafficking, illegal possession of prescriptions and unlawful drug paraphernalia while being held at Morgan County Jail on a $76,000 bond. WHNT News 19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Hunt Park will host the Tangled String Music & Arts Festival on October 3 and 4, 2025 as part of a new partnership with the Huntsville Music Office. Organizers said the larger venue offers more parking+ expanded green space and improved sightlines for music, art and community installations. Huntsville Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 30, 2025, Rep. Dale Strong tearfully declared at the Von Braun Center that he was 100% sure U.S. Space Command would relocate to Redstone Arsenal—he also praised the One Big Beautiful Bill for protecting 90,000 defense and aerospace jobs. However, concerns remain about workforce relocation and delayed infrastructure as federal decisions have not yet been finalized. Huntsville Business Journal
TRAVEL NEWS
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Throttle Fest 2025
7-11:30 p.m. — Rocket City Honky Tonk — $20 GA Tickets — Experience the high-energy performance of The Georgia Thunderbolts with special guest The Josephines and more.
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Phusion Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of laughter with local comedians at Huntsville's favorite open mic night.
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Rocket City Octane Auto Show 2025
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — VBC South Hall — $15 (kids 12 and under free) — Celebrate automotive passion with family-friendly fun and special guests at North Alabama's premier auto show.
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Huntsville Hamfest
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — vbc south hall — $12 online, $15 at the door — Explore the world's friendliest hamfest with vendors, forums, and a youth lounge.
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Girl Of Glass Concert Featuring Masticated
6-8 p.m. — Mad Malts Brewing — Tickets available — Enjoy live music from Masticated as they showcase new tracks and fan favorites.
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DisruptHR HSV 2025
5:45-8 p.m. — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Heavy hors d'oeuvres served — Engage with local HR leaders and innovative ideas to disrupt traditional practices.
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Phusion Comedy Open Mic
8:00-10:30 p.m. — Phat Sammy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedians at Huntsville's favorite comedy open mic.
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805 After Five Concert Series
5-9 p.m. — Straight to Ale — Free entry — Experience electrifying live music along with local vendors and food trucks under the stars.
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University Pickers Fall Open House
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — University Pickers — Free entry — Celebrate the cozy charm of the season with unique finds at the Annual Fall Open House.
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Running of the Bulls 2025
8-10 AM — Hampton Cove Middle School — Proceeds support the PTA — Encourage the entire family to join in a fun and charitable run.
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