Good morning, Huntsville.

Madison County ranked seventh among 2,764 counties on Niche’s Best Counties to Live in America list and was rated first in Alabama.

The ranking was based on factors such as school quality, cost of living, job opportunities, and community amenities—elements that have helped the area become a top place to raise a family.

Huntsville will hold its 23rd Buddy Walk to support families with children who have Down Syndrome — the event will celebrate community strength and promote advocacy.

Organizers plan to bring residents together to share in these efforts — the walk will highlight ongoing local support for affected families.

Akima opened a new 35,000 square feet office today in Huntsville to support federal projects and add jobs in aerospace, IT, engineering and logistics.

Mayor Tommy Battle, county leader Mac McCutcheon and federal representatives attended the ribbon cutting—Akima also donated $100,000 to the ASCTE Foundation to help students prepare for careers in cyber and technology.

Leaders in government, industry, and NASA met in Huntsville today to talk about the future of the commercial space economy—sharing plans for projects and policies that will boost local innovation.

The discussion set the stage for strengthened partnerships and growth in the region.

Creekside Elementary School is celebrating 25 years since it opened its doors to students and staff—marking a key milestone in its history as it continues to educate local children.

City officials announced plans to redesign Old Monrovia Road between University Drive and Corporate Drive in the Mid-City District.

The project — reducing the five-lane road to three lanes and adding a 12-foot-wide multi-use path, new street lighting, and landscaping—will begin in November and is expected to take about a year to complete.

Redstone Arsenal's One Stop ID Card Section suspended issuing Common Access Cards after an outage began at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday—other ID services remain available and those with appointments can reschedule or wait for a fix today.

Guntersville mayor Leigh Dollar retained her seat after winning a runoff election yesterday that followed an August tie when both candidates received 1,065 votes each.

She earned 1,710 votes (58.3%) while her opponent Jeff McLaughlin got 1,221 votes (41.7%) with a total of 2,931 votes cast—about 800 more than in August.

A large water main break on Monday closed Slaughter Road near Madison Boulevard in Huntsville — crews are working on repairs to reopen the road.

WAAY is previewing the Alabama vs Georgia game in a segment titled 'Battle Between The Hedges' that gives key analysis—coverage airing today at 4:30 p.m. on WAAY 31.

Reed Timmer Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience live storm chasing insights with Reed Timmer in Huntsville.

Monarch Butterfly Tagging and Release

10:00-10:45 a.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Child: $20, Adult: $27 — Help tag and release monarch butterflies while learning about their migration.

The Brook & The Bluff Concert

7:00–9:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy expertly crafted songs and sublime musicianship from Nashville-based band The Brook & The Bluff.

Jim Parker's Songwriters Series

6:00-7:30 p.m. — VBC Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience an evening of original music from talented songwriters.

Rocket City Fall Festival & Market

9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local vendors and festive activities at this vibrant community market.

MidCity Monster Mash

4-10 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Experience a spooky celebration with food, live music, and Halloween fun through November 1st.

Honor Thy Era Welcome Back Bulldog Party VOL 150

8-11 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Average ticket price $44 — Experience the live performance of Honor Thy Era in a vibrant atmosphere.

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival 2025

1-7 p.m. — Southside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of live bluegrass music and delicious BBQ in the heart of South Huntsville.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

6:45-8:45 p.m. — The Electric Belle — Ticket prices vary — A spooky ambiance with Halloween classics to set the mood for the season.

Sip & Stroll Night Market: Spooky Spirits

5-9 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a night of artisan goods, food trucks, and tarot readings with a Halloween twist.