Hey Neighbor, this week in Huntsville brings a mix of community updates, local growth, and lively events. From pet safety prep and new business openings to job expansions and a lineup of music events, workshops, and gatherings, plenty is happening around the city!

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In today’s Homely Huntsville:

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Huntsville Animal Services will host its annual “Boom Proof Your Pet” event, offering free microchipping, vaccines, and supplies to help pets stay safe during fireworks season. Learn how to register and protect your pet before fireworks season begins.

A financial report shows a small community near Huntsville has the highest median student loan debt in Alabama at nearly $31,000. Full story.

Volunteers with Tennessee Riverkeeper and partners removed nearly 2,000 pounds of trash from McDonald Creek and a crucial city area during a recent cleanup effort. Know how you can help.

The Hot Spot Studios in Huntsville will mark its opening with a ribbon-cutting this week, followed by a weekend of art activities, giveaways, and community celebrations. Find out how to join the grand opening festivities.

Blue Origin is expanding its Huntsville operations with 100 new jobs, further growing its Rocket City workforce to more than 1,600 employees. Details.

Fast-casual burrito chain Barberitos is expanding into Alabama, with plans to open a new location soon as part of a five-unit franchise development across the state. Opening details.

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Many business owners struggle not because they lack great services, but because their message gets lost in a crowded digital world.

In this episode of Huntsville Hustle, Dana and Lucas, the Dynamic Duo behind Rocket City Momentum, share how they help businesses simplify marketing through powerful video storytelling and strategic content creation. What started in a garage has grown into a full production studio built on clarity, systems, and consistency.

They break down the importance of clear messaging using StoryBrand principles, how businesses can create up to 90 days of content in a single day, and why scalable systems and strong culture are essential in a creative business. From content strategy to event coverage and commercial production, they also share how they’re building opportunities for the next generation through an upcoming internship program.

Recommendations, rewards, recap, and relief from chasing down businesses for quotes.

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