Happy Friday!

4th of July weekend has arrived and it’s going to be a hot one! If you plan to go out to one of the celebrations, make sure to bring some extra water!

Let’s get to it!

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Big things are wrapping up in South Huntsville, as the Sandra Moon Community Complex gets close to opening.

Built on the site of the former Grissom High School at 7901 Bailey Cove Rd., the complex is in the final stretch of construction, with a ribbon cutting just weeks away.

Curious what’s inside?

The refurbished auditorium will become a 600-seat performing arts center for community plays and concerts. and a 300-person event center is taking shape in the old lunchroom.

The recreation side adds refreshed gyms, a fitness center, an indoor walking path, a multimedia and e-gaming space, and an adaptive recreation area with a sensory room.

Want to see it for yourself? Here’s a video showing the inside that the city just released.

TOGETHER WITH AMERIGO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Looking to savor the flavors of summer? Stop by Amerigo Italian Restaurant to try their Seasonal Menu, available through August 31!

Enjoy limited-time favorites like the Roasted Peach Pizza, Caramelized Salmon, and Strawberry Salad—each crafted to highlight the best tastes of the season.

Whether you're planning a relaxed lunch, a family dinner, or a night out with friends, now is the perfect time to experience these offerings before they're gone!

Reservations and walk-ins are welcome.

Burritt has two new residents, and they need names. The historic Round Top Mountain site just welcomed two female Gulf Coast sheep, a rare breed believed to descend from Spanish sheep brought to the southeast United States in the 1500s.

Now Burritt is asking the public to pick a name pair. The finalists are DeeDee & Ines, Carmen & Pilar, Clara & Blanca, and Rosemary & Alys.

Click here to cast your vote to help welcome the newest additions to Burritt's McCurdy Barnyard.

The Big Spring Park America 250 celebration is still happening this Saturday, July 4, from 4 to 9:30 PM, despite what promises to be a toasty afternoon.

Here's what's on the schedule.

Bring water, bring sunscreen, and bring a fan or two.

The Madison County Commission signed off on TIF 9, the final green light for a downtown investment plan the City Council had already approved.

If you’re like me and don’t know how a TIF works, let me explain. It doesn't raise your taxes. The city borrows money now for infrastructure inside the district and repays it over time using extra property tax revenue from new development there.

TIF 9 is expected to fund roughly $200 million toward a Von Braun Center expansion and another $20 million for a North Huntsville Beltline Greenway, a new Mill Creek Park, Lowe Avenue upgrades, and renovations to the former federal courthouse.

Thank you to our friends at the Huntsville Music Office for providing the live music calendar! See more upcoming live music with their free music calendar!

TOGETHER WITH SOUTHBOUND PLUMBING

Plumbing problems don’t exactly check the holiday calendar first.

Whether it’s a clogged drain before guests arrive or a “how did that happen?” long weekend surprise, Southbound Plumbing is ready to help 24/7, including holidays.

Southbound Plumbing is locally owned and operated and serves residential and commercial customers with fair pricing, honest work, and a promise that every job will be completed or supervised by an Alabama Master Plumber.

And when something goes wrong, you want a local company you know you can trust. Plus, seniors and all active/retired military will get a discount!

When you need help, text or call 256-ANY-CLOG or click below to see a complete list of services.

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Thanks for making it to the end!

Have a great weekend!