🌱 Mayor Celebrates Growth In Annual Address + 2024 Music Fest. Plans

Hello again, everybody. Joyce Nash here with your Thursday edition of the Huntsville Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 85 Low: 61.

Here are the top three stories in Huntsville today:

1. Earlier this week, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle delivered the State of the City address to an audience of over 1,000 community members and business owners. He praised the city's commercial, residential, and industrial growth, noting the success of the city's defense and aerospace companies. This event was sponsored by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce, and a full video of the presentation is available here. (HuntsvilleAL.gov)
2. The City of Huntsville is making plans for a large, outdoor music festival in 2024. Mayor Tommy Battle referenced the former Huntsville music festival called Big Spring Jam, which ended in 2011, and the popular public sentiment to see a similar event in the city. Next year's festival is set to take place at John Hunt Park, and the city is working with C3 Presents — the company behind Bonaroo and Lollapalooza — to organize the event. (AL.com)
3. The Madison County Health Department will offer free flu shots at several upcoming events. While the shots are available at no cost, the department has requested that participants bring their insurance information. This Friday, Sep. 29, flu shots will be available at the Monrovia Community Center from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Next month, the health department will make stops at Harrison Wellness Center and the South Huntsville Library. Free flu vaccines are also available on weekdays at the Madison County Health Department from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (WAAY)

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Today in Huntsville:

Thursday, September 28

• Grand Opening Celebration At PJ's Coffee Huntsville (11:00 AM)
• Yoga For Youngsters At Mill Kat Healing Arts (11:00 AM)
• Live Music At Mazzaras (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The lights are temporarily not functioning at the Sandra Moon pickleball courts. Huntsville Parks and Recreation will provide an update when they are functional. (Huntsville Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• The lineup has been announced for the upcoming Whistle Stop BBQ Festival! This event will take place on Oct. 20-21 and will feature artists Carver Commodore, JJ Grey & Mofro, The Dave Anderson Project, and more. (Huntsville Music Office via Facebook)
• Lukas Jams & The 106ers will be playing in Huntsville this Friday, Sep. 29, at Rob's Cafe at 6:00 p.m. On Saturday, Sep. 20, you can catch them at Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment for a show beginning at 5:00 p.m. (The Cigar Box Store via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Joyce Nash

About me: Joyce is a freelance writer and poet whose work has appeared in the Hello Gloria newsletter and Nine Cloud Journal. Her background ranges from journalism to fitness instruction and spans the east coast to the West. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her husband and two cats.