🏠 Tennessee Valley Hunting and Fishing Expo

Happy Mid-Year, Huntsville folks! We've reached the 2nd week of the 2nd half of the year—can you believe it? Let's not linger on it and get straight to the newest happenings and developments.

In today’s Homely Huntsville:

• 4 Weekend Events

• Weekend Weather

• Huntsville News

• Huntsville History

• Huntsville Business

• Huntsville Sports

• Huntsville Music

• Huntsville Blogs

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4 Weekend Events 📅

Here are four things to do this weekend!

Tennessee Valley Hunting and Fishing Expo 🎣🦆🏞️

The Tennessee Valley Hunting & Fishing Expo returns on Saturday, July 13, at the Von Braun Center South Hall in Huntsville, Alabama. From 9 AM to 8 PM, explore over 500 booths showcasing the latest hunting and fishing gear, thrilling door prizes, and interactive product demos. The Fetch N Fish Show offers high-flying retrievers and educational fun for the whole family. Kids 12 and under get in free, with the first 100 receiving a free fishing rod.

Highlights include seminars from bass fishing legend Gerald “G-Man” Swindle, the passionate Seek One hunters, and Halo Waterfowl's Chase and Greg Camp. Cody Bowen’s captivating storytelling and music blend insights into rural life with outdoor adventures. Enjoy a full day dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts at the Tennessee Valley Hunting & Fishing Expo!

Preservation Company Summer Warehouse Sale 🏷️🛍️🪑

Preservation Company's yearly warehouse sale is here on Saturday, July 13th, from 9 AM to 5 PM at 1214 Meridian Street North, Suite A, Huntsville, AL. Enjoy savings of up to 60% on nearly everything in the store. This is a fantastic opportunity to find great deals on reclaimed and vintage doors, architectural pieces, furniture, rugs, mirrors, ironworks, hardware, shutters, beam mantels, antique gifts, and much more.

Take advantage of these incredible savings! For additional details, visit their website or get in touch with Jason at [email protected] or 256-539-4885. Come early to grab the best deals!

Bridgerton Cookie Decorating Class 🧁🍪🍰

A Bridgerton-themed cookie decorating class hosted by Everyday Holladay Cookies will be held on July 13, 2024, from 2 PM to 5 PM. Participants will decorate 6 freshly baked cookies with 7 different icings and all necessary supplies. The class will teach different icing techniques, making icing transfers, painting with wafer paper, and using decorating tips. Attendees will take home their decorated cookies and a goodie bag with supplies for home decorating. Open to ages 14 and above, this event will be fun and creative.

Game on! 🎲♟️🃏

Looking for fellow board game enthusiasts? If you're tired of playing solitaire or can't find anyone in your family to join in on your favorite board games, this new group is perfect for you! Bring your own board game or use games from the library's collection. Enjoy playing your favorite games, learning new ones, and making new friends. This program is for adults only.

DATE: July 13
TIME: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
ORGANIZER: Huntsville-Madison County Public Library
CONTACT: [email protected], 256-532-5998

Weekend Weather ☀

This weekend in Huntsville, expect hot and mostly sunny conditions. On Saturday, the high will reach 97°F with a few afternoon clouds and light variable winds. The night will be mostly clear with a low of 73°F and slightly higher humidity.

Sunday brings a high of 98°F with a mix of sunshine and clouds, continuing the hot trend. The night will be partly cloudy with a low of 74°F. Overall, it will be a sunny and warm weekend with light winds and an extreme UV index. You can look at our detailed forecast here.

Sat 13 🌤

Day: Expect mainly sunny skies with a few afternoon clouds. The high will be 97°F, and the winds will be light and variable.

Night: Mostly clear skies with a low of 73°F. Winds will be light and variable.

Sun 14 ⛅

Day: A mix of sunshine and clouds with a high of 98°F. Winds will be light and variable.

Night: Partly cloudy skies with a low of 74°F. Winds will be light and variable.

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Huntsville News 📝

Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville

Family Fun Events by Huntsville Parks & Recreation

Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites families with young children to enjoy a morning outside this Parks & Recreation month with the "Splish Splash Bash," which will be held today, July 12th, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. It will offer music, crafts, and more for kids ages three to five, accompanied by an adult.

Huntsville City FC Seeking New Coach

The Huntsville City Football Club (HCFC) is looking for a replacement following interim coach Christophe Berra’s announcement that he will leave after the club’s next match. Berra, who started as Assistant Coach in January alongside former head coach Jack Collison, shared that he is stepping down to accommodate his growing family and return to Scotland after six months in the States. His final game as interim head coach will be July 10 against the New England Revolution II. Berra's departure marks the second coaching change for HCFC this year, following Collison's exit three months ago. Despite these challenges, Berra expressed optimism about the club's future, believing their best season is yet to come.

UAH Moves Forward with $216 Million Executive Plaza Development

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is advancing its most ambitious campus revitalization project to date: the multi-phased development of the 58-acre Executive Plaza site. This $216 million initiative aims to transform the area into a vibrant multi-use district with student housing, a UAH-anchored research building, collaborative office spaces, and retail and entertainment options. The project seeks to deepen UAH’s community ties, bolster research standings, and reinforce its status as a premier academic institution in the Southeast. UAH is seeking a master developer for this transformative effort, with qualifications accepted until mid-August and a selection anticipated by fall 2024. This development follows the planned construction of the Raymond B. Jones Engineering Building, set to begin in late 2024 pending Board of Trustees approval.

Huntsville History 📔

The Huntsville Times July 12, 1944:

“Sonotone Better Hearing Center-Friday July 14th from 10 A.M. to 8 P.M. at the Russel Erskine Hotel, Huntsville, Ala. I will gladly make an audiogram of your hearing, in 20 minutes you can see just how much your hearing has slipped, and whether or not you need a hearing aid. There is no charge or obligation for consultation or tests. Gertrude Wilburn, Certified Sonotone Consultant.”

Huntsville Business 🏢

New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news

Bonchon Opens Second Huntsville Location 🍗

Bonchon, known for its double-fried Korean wings and other Korean-inspired dishes, is opening a second location in Huntsville at Towne Park Plaza, near Providence. The menu includes Bulgogi fries, Korean tacos, bibimbap, and udon noodle soup. Visit Bonchon at 5800 Oakwood Rd, Huntsville, AL 35806.

Little Dipper Bakery and Cafe Grand Opening 🎂

Little Dipper Bakery and Cafe is now open at 2306 Whitesburg Dr, Huntsville, AL! Specializing in custom birthday and wedding cakes, all items are made fresh and from scratch. The bakery also serves pastries, breads, pies, sandwiches, and more. Operating hours are Tuesday through Friday from 6 AM to 3 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to 2 PM, with the bakery closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Huntsville Sports 🏈

Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate

Trash Pandas 🦝

The Rocket City Trash Pandas won a huge series against the conference-leading Birmingham Barons, taking five out of six games during the 4th of July week.

The Trash Pandas currently have a record of 42-41. They are trailing by 7.0 games in their league. You can purchase tickets here for this weekend's series against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos!

vs. Birmingham Barons

7/5 W 4-1

7/6 W 4-1

vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos

7/9 L 4-6

7/10 L 3-6

7/11 L 8-10

Upcoming Games

@ Tennessee Smokies 7/19 - 7/21

vs. Chattanooga Lookouts 7/23 - 7/28

Huntsville City FC ⚽️

Huntsville City FC improved to 3-9-4 with a win against New England on Wednesday in interim head coach Christophe Berra’s final game. The Boys in Blue will be back in action on Sunday, July 21, at 5 p.m. CT at Inter Miami CF II.

After Interim head coach Christophe Berra's departure, the team is looking for a new coach for the second time this season.

@ New England

Huntsville City Football Club secured a 2-1 victory against New England Revolution II at Gillette Stadium. Jony Bolaños scored in the 33rd minute, and Woobens Pacius netted the winner early in the second half. Huntsville will next play on Sunday, July 21, at Inter Miami CF II, available on MLS Season Pass on AppleTV. Notable performances included Bryan Dowd's debut with seven saves and Jony Bolaños serving as team captain and scoring his fifth goal of the season.

Upcoming Games

7/21 @ Inter Miami II

7/27 vs. Atlanta 

8/4 @ Crown Legacy FC

Huntsville Athletes 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Recognizing Huntsville-native athletes for their achievements and notable news

Prep Baseball Showcase at James Clemens

The Huntsville Rising Stars ID event was held on Tuesday, July 2nd, at James Clemens High School in Madison, AL. This open event featured talented prospects from the 2028-2029 classes in Alabama. Here are some of the top performances from the event:

Hudson Oliver, Guntersville High School (AL), 2028: OF/LHP, 6-0, 160 lbs, LHH, max exit velocity 91 mph, 60-yard dash 6.87.

Drew Jackson III, American Christian Academy (AL), 2028: LHP/OF, 5-10, 165 lbs, LHH, max exit velocity 93 mph, 60-yard dash 7.21.

Desmond Ruffin, James Clemens (AL), 2028: OF/2B, 5-8, 130 lbs, LHH, max exit velocity 89 mph, 60-yard dash 6.71.

Brody Blevins, Westbrook Christian (AL), 2027: SS/3B, 6-0, 175 lbs, RHH, max exit velocity 89 mph, 60-yard dash 7.11.

Bryson Hodge, James Clemens (AL), 2028: OF/2B, 5-10, 155 lbs, RHH, max exit velocity 89 mph, 60-yard dash 7.05.

Pitchers

Tristan Blalock, James Clemens (AL), 2029: RHP/OF, 6-1, 170 lbs, FB T84 mph, CB 63-66 mph, CH 72-74 mph.

Hudson Oliver, Guntersville High School (AL), 2028: OF/LHP, 6-0, 160 lbs, FB T82 mph, CB 67-70 mph, CH 73-74 mph.

Drew Jackson III, Tuscaloosa County (AL), 2028: LHP/OF, 5-10, 165 lbs, FB T82 mph, CB 71 mph, SL 74 mph, CH 70-71 mph.

Lawson Price, Madison County (AL), 2028: C/SS, 5-11, 135 lbs, FB T79 mph, CB 68 mph, CH 70-74 mph.

Bryson Hodge, James Clemens (AL), 2028: OF/2B, 5-10, 155 lbs, FB T77 mph, CB 61-63 mph, CH 68-69 mph.

David Potts, Scottsboro (AL), 2028: RHP/3B, 5-11, 190 lbs, FB T76 mph, CB 65-66 mph, CH 67-68 mph.

Chase Harris-Lambert, Madison Academy (AL), 2029: RHP/OF, 5-8, 128 lbs, FB T76 mph, CB 65 mph.

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Huntsville Music 🎵

Wondering what music awaits you in Huntsville this weekend? See the featured options below, or explore more events on the Huntsville Music Calendar.

Juke Joint Jam, featuring The Counselors

A special evening at Reflections Lounge & Entertainment, North Alabama's premiere destination for distinguished grown folks. Featuring "The Counselors" as the house band, this event promises a night filled with soulful sounds and professional performances in a sophisticated, smoke-free, and stress-free environment. Dress to impress and enjoy a safe and healthy night out with other grown folks. For more information, please call (256) 542-3559.

• 📅 Date: 13 July

• ⏰ Time: Free entry before 8 PM, only $10 after 8 PM

• 🏢 Venue: Reflections Lounge & Entertainment

• 📍 Address: 8694 Madison Blvd, Madison, AL

Lowery At Church Street Wine Shoppe Downtown

Church Street Wine Shoppe Downtown in Huntsville, Alabama, will host a captivating solo performance by Lowery on March 9, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The diverse menu features delectable items like Cheese & Meat Boards, Baked Brie, and Coffee Crusted Prime Steak sandwiches. With local art adorning the walls, Church Street Wine Shoppe stands out as a vibrant community hub. For more information, visit the Church Street Family website or call (256) 414-8248.

Huntsville Blogs 📝

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Top 5 Gyms in Huntsville

Getting into fitness this year and half the battle is finding the right gym. Fortunately, Huntsville has some amazing gyms to choose from. Rocket City has several fitness centers where you can lift weights, take courses, or do cardio. This post will count down the top five gyms in Huntsville that will help you achieve all your fitness objectives. So, let’s dive in and get acquainted with some of the best places to break a sweat.

Top 5 Pest Control Companies in Huntsville

You’ve got critters crawling through your crawlspace and pesky bugs invading your kitchen. It’s time to call in the professionals. Finding the right pest control company in Huntsville can be challenging, with many options. But don’t stress. Homely Huntsville researched for you and narrowed it down to the top 5 pest control companies in Huntsville that will do the job in 2024.

Thanks for reading Homely Huntsville. Spend an exciting day with your friends and family at the Tennessee Valley Hunting and Fishing Expo!

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