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Hello Huntsville! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What pay changes could be coming for Huntsville police and firefighters?
  • Man killed in North Memorial Parkway crash near Louis Crews Stadium
  • Can Huntsville's UAH team be first to break the sound barrier?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Stacey D.!

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Near-record temperatures, with a high of 98 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 96, low: 70.
  • Monday: Hot; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 95 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Huntsville considers public safety pay changes in proposed 2027 budget (waff.com) — Huntsville officials are weighing a 2027 budget that would speed midcareer raises and add new top pay steps for police officers and firefighters, while creating 18 additional public safety positions. With a $360.6 million general fund and a 2% cost-of-living raise proposed, the plan also supports new precincts and fire stations to keep pace with the city's rapid growth, pending City Council approval next Thursday.
   

2. Pedestrian hit, killed on North Memorial Parkway (rocketcitynow.com) — A man was struck and killed by a car Friday night on North Memorial Parkway near Louis Crews Stadium in Huntsville, and the driver was not injured. Emergency crews pronounced the victim dead at the scene, and Huntsville Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash, an incident that may affect traffic and safety awareness along this busy corridor.
   

3. Breaking the barrier: How UAH students are racing 200 teams to aviation history (rocketcitynow.com) — UAH students in Huntsville are racing nearly 200 teams nationwide to be the first amateurs to break the sound barrier with a remote-controlled aircraft under 55 pounds, competing for Boom Supersonic's $800,000 prize. Their Project 1.06 relies on private donations and local expertise, and team members hope the effort will train future engineers while potentially shaping civilian and military uses for supersonic drones.
   

4. NASA Administrator makes stop in Rocket City (whnt.com) — NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman spent Friday in Huntsville meeting with Marshall Space Flight Center staff and taking their questions, underscoring his ongoing ties to the Rocket City. He also recently donated $25 million to the new Inspiration4 Complex at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, reflecting Huntsville's central role in current and future space efforts.
   

5. Sparkman takes down Huntsville for fourth straight victory (al.com) — Huntsville High's Panthers fell 21-7 to Sparkman in a key Class 6A, Region 4 matchup at Milton Frank Stadium, despite tying the game 7-7 by halftime. Sparkman's offense, led by standout senior Josh Naylon and a crucial third-quarter score after a Huntsville muffed punt, ultimately overpowered the Panthers, who were held to just 97 total yards and three fumbles.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I saw some good recommendations on here for a dentist, and there were several listed.
    I went to one today. Flint River Dentistry is EXCELLENT! From the front desk, office staff, to the hygienist and dentist, I was made to feel welcomed… (Nextdoor Five Points)
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    This one has been hanging out at my house for a few days. Very friendly. Cleary domestic. Seems to have lost his/her owners/Home. (Nextdoor Riverwoods)
  • BJ's Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitorial in Huntsville. Apply here.
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Part Time Retail Sales Merchandiser in Huntsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntsville here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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