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Hi Huntsville! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Huntsville engineers are reshaping Artemis III's rocket on a tight deadline
- Why a top grad chose Huntsville for his first TV news job
- Huntsville now tied for lowest unemployment in Alabama—see the numbers
Also on today's calendar: Speed Friending and Game On! Mashup and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 91 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 91, low: 71.
- Thursday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 90 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Inside NASA Marshall's progress on Artemis III hardware, plans for new SLS upper stage (aiaa.org) — NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville is racing to ready key Space Launch System hardware for the reworked Artemis III mission, now targeting a 2027 low-Earth-orbit demo. Engineers are repurposing shuttle-era components, adapting test articles, and coordinating with Blue Origin and SpaceX while NASA shifts future SLS upper stages to ULA's Centaur V to standardize the rocket design. 
2. Howard University grad filed 223 job applications before landing his news reporting job in Alabama (thegrio.com) — A recent Howard and Northwestern grad is heading to Huntsville to join Fox 54 as an anchor and reporter, covering local sports and news. After sending 223 job applications nationwide, he chose Huntsville's smaller, diverse media market and opportunities around schools like Alabama A&M to launch his on-air career. His networking-focused approach and mentorship connections ultimately opened the door.
3. Unemployment rate drops in Alabama's top metro areas (thebamabuzz.com) — Huntsville currently shares the lowest unemployment rate among Alabama's metro areas at 3.1%, edging down from June even as the statewide rate ticked up slightly. New July labor data show every metro area improved month over month, though most remain above last year's levels. The report also notes Alabama's labor force participation still lags the national average.
4. UNA Hall of Famer Dr. Don Cornelius (waff.com) — A Lee High School alum with deep ties to Huntsville, Dr. Don Cornelius starred as a record-setting quarterback at UNA before building a distinguished medical career. He's been honored in both the UNA Athletic Hall of Fame and the Huntsville-Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame, reflecting his impact on local sports history. His journey bridges Rocket City classrooms, fields, and clinics.
5. Huntsville woman drives donations to storm-ravaged hometown of Gary, Indiana (waff.com) — A Huntsville woman is rallying local support to help storm-battered residents in her hometown of Gary, Indiana, collecting supplies here and personally delivering them up north. Her effort has drawn heartfelt thanks from Indiana neighbors, who say Huntsville's generosity made a real difference. She's now setting up a PO box so Huntsville donors can keep helping directly.
📸 Around Huntsville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Huntsville
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- Speed Friending and Game On! Mashup →
The Beer Hog Madison, 130 Plaza Blvd, Madison
6:00 pm - MEMBER EVENT: FTI Defense Grand Opening Celebration
Huntsville Madison County Chamber 225 Church St NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
10:00 am - Teen Craft: Mushroom Figurines →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
4:00 pm - Williams Volleyball at Mountain Gap/HJHS
Williams Middle School 821 Mountain Gap Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803, USA
4:00 pm - Volleyball City Match at Mt. Gap (Mt. Gap and Williams)
Huntsville Junior High School Huntsville, AL 35801
5:00 pm - Scholastic Book Fair
Goldsmith-Schiffman Elementary Huntsville, AL 35803
8:00 am - The Zooks @ Old Black Bear Brewery →
Old Black Bear Brewing Company, 212 Main St, Madison
6:00 pm - Calligraphy →
Madison Public Library
10:00 am - Brick Galaxy Huntsville →
7901 Bailey Cove Rd Huntsville AL 35802
10:00 am - South Huntsville Maker Studio Cosplay Swap →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
1:00 pm - Nossa Samba →
200 Oakwood Ave NE, Huntsville
8:30 pm - Teen Writers Hangout →
7901 Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I live on Wells Ave Se.
My dog Mable has got out . If anybody see her please call 256 929 3243. She is very friendly and will answer to her name (Nextdoor Five Points) - Anyone missing this fella.
Followed us home feom pops corner area. Seems like an indoor pet. (Nextdoor Springhill Farm)
- Aimbridge Hospitality posted a job opening for Hilton Garden Inn Huntsville South Redstone Arsenal - Night Auditor in Huntsville. Apply here.
- BJ's Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Huntsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntsville here.
Ok Huntsville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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