Good morning, Huntsville.

City leaders, pastors and nonprofits met Tuesday night to discuss ways to prevent youth violence and link young residents with local resources in Huntsville.

Councilwoman Michelle Watkins said the event, supported by the police department, marks the start of a larger initiative to improve community safety.

Huntsville Parks & Recreation will host the second annual Dink Pink Pickleball Day Tuesday, Oct.

13 to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month; players of all skill levels can visit various centers (with sessions starting at 8 a.m.) and enjoy free pink-themed giveaways (supplies while available).

iFEST 2026 will bring a free family-friendly cultural festival on Saturday, Sept.

26 at The Orion in Huntsville from noon to 5:00 p.m. Visitors will enjoy live global performances, international food vendors, interactive displays, and hands-on activities celebrating diverse heritage.

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber will host a ReLaunch Job Fair on Tuesday, Sept.

29 at First Baptist Church at 600 Governors Drive SW, where job seekers can register online or at the door and meet recruiters from about 20 employers (including City of Huntsville and Huntsville Hospital) for career opportunities.

City officials announced that Resolute Way at Redstone Arsenal will receive a $10.8 million boost as Phase One links Madison Boulevard to Gate Nine (city engineering director) and detailed plans are under review for work to begin soon.

Huntsville library now offers blood pressure kits for checkout to help residents track their health—available at the main branch.

Local leaders will trade their boardrooms for a ballroom at the Stars Dancing for HEALS fundraiser, set to benefit school-based health clinics later this year.

Participants are training with professional dance instructors & ticket proceeds will fund free dental, medical, and optometry services for underserved children.

Huntsville Hospital will unveil plans for two $41 million free-standing emergency rooms in a Planning Commission vote Tuesday at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

One facility will be adjacent to North Village Town Center and the other in Hampton Cove — both will offer walk-in care and imaging services.

High school football Week 6 in the area features a slate of games on Friday, Sept.

25 + including matchups like Brewer at West Limestone and Sparkman at Mae Jemison. Local venues such as Milton Frank Stadium and Joe Davis Stadium will host teams from nearby schools.

The Biloxi Shuckers beat the Rocket City Trash Pandas 7-0 to tie the Southern League Championship Series.

Game 3 will be a winner-take-all matchup tomorrow night for the title.

Alabama high school cross country featured strong performances last weekend with wins by teams from JCIB, Eastwood, Hartselle and Saraland (one runner even set a new personal 5K best).

Future meets begin this weekend, including events in Huntsville and statewide.