🌱 Redstone Drowning Death + Family Seeks Compensation For Land

Hello, neighbors! Joyce Nash here with your Wednesday edition of the Huntsville Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny to partly cloudy. High: 89 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories today in Huntsville:

1. More information has been released following the drowning death of a man at Redstone Arsenal. According to the Madison County coroner, Dr. Tyler Berryhill, 69, was discovered on Tuesday morning in the water near a boat ramp at a recreation area on the Tennessee River. The coroner does not suspect foul play, and an autopsy is being conducted to determine the cause of death. (WAAY)
2. In case you missed it, the Huntsville Museum of Art is offering free admission on the Fourth of July from 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Guests can explore the museum's current exhibits, including American Identity and Encounters: Courtney Egan. There will also be live music at 2:00 p.m. with a performance by Constellation Brass. To learn more about the museum's exhibits, click here. (WAFF)
3. One Huntsville family is seeking compensation for land they say was taken from them. The Jones family claims that 10 acres of land that belonged to their parents was stolen and is now part of the University of Alabama in Huntsville as well as the Huntsville water system. Five siblings are working with an organization called Where Is My Land to explore legal options. The siblings say that the family's 10-acre plot on Homes Avenue is now the site of the university's Business Administration building, a parking lot, and a duck pond. (Subscription: AL.com)

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Today in Huntsville:

Wednesday, June 28

• Madison County Farmers Market At 1022 Cook Avenue (8:00 AM)
• Synths & Shakes (80s Mix-Tape) At Stovehouse (11:00 AM)
• Live Music At Mazzara's (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• As Huntsville comes under an Excessive Heat Watch, the city has shared some tips for staying cool. Be sure to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Dress in light and loose-fitting clothes, and remember to check your back seat for pets or children before leaving your vehicle. (City of Huntsville, Alabama Government via Facebook)
• Comedian Akaash Singh will be performing at Stand Up Live on Jul. 12. Singh is also an actor and co-hosts the podcast Flagrant 2. Tickets are available here. (Stand Up Live Huntsville via Facebook)
• Tomás Gorrio will be performing at the Huntsville Museum of Art this evening, Jun. 29, for the museum's $5 after 5 event. The music will begin at 6:00 p.m. (Huntsville Museum of Art via Facebook)

That's it for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning 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.