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Nvidia projects 70% revenue growth in 2028

The stock is widely considered a bellwether for the health of the broader AI economy.

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<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Nvidia" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/26/nvidia-earnings-preview-jensen-huang-ai" data-vars-content-id="79b09b83-1875-403f-85f0-dde60649c515" data-vars-headline="Nvidia projects 70% revenue growth in 2028" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/26/nvidia-earnings-preview-jensen-huang-ai" target="_self">Nvidia</a> projected 70% revenue growth in its next fiscal year, sending its stock up in after-hours trading, while the company defended its decision to provide capital solutions to its customers.Why it matters: The stock is widely considered a bellwether for the health of the broader <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AI" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" data-vars-content-id="79b09b83-1875-403f-85f0-dde60649c515" data-vars-headline="Nvidia projects 70% revenue growth in 2028" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" target="_self">AI</a> economy, but lately it has been trailing the broader <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="semiconductor sector" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/24/nvidia-chips-ai-boom" data-vars-content-id="79b09b83-1875-403f-85f0-dde60649c515" data-vars-headline="Nvidia projects 70% revenue growth in 2028" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/24/nvidia-chips-ai-boom" target="_self">semiconductor sector</a> in market gains.

Judge lifts nationwide block on Trump's mail voting order

It comes after the Supreme Court cleared the way earlier this week.

Politics & Policy

A federal judge removed a nationwide ban on President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="7f523521-b252-4986-86c3-d19443a2a0a9" data-vars-headline="Judge lifts nationwide block on Trump&#x27;s mail voting order" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump&#x27;s</a> sweeping mail-in voting policy Wednesday after the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Supreme Court" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/supreme-court-legal-decisions" data-vars-content-id="7f523521-b252-4986-86c3-d19443a2a0a9" data-vars-headline="Judge lifts nationwide block on Trump&#x27;s mail voting order" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/supreme-court-legal-decisions" target="_self">Supreme Court</a> cleared the way earlier this week.The big picture: The decision removes the last major legal obstacle to the administration&#x27;s plan, though it does not end the court challenges over the embattled rule.

Scoop: Senate Republican investigates Flock cameras

Sen. Josh Hawley is demanding an array of documents from Flock Safety as part of his probe.

The chair of a key Senate Judiciary subcommittee is launching an investigation into <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Flock Safety" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/17/flock-camera-local-opposition-surveillance" data-vars-content-id="d915055d-d2df-4bcd-b06a-977d9e486db6" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Senate Republican investigates Flock cameras" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/17/flock-camera-local-opposition-surveillance" target="_self">Flock Safety</a>&#x27;s &quot;collection, retention, and dissemination of the data&quot; from its AI-powered surveillance cameras, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The probe represents the highest level of backlash to date towards Flock cameras, which have rapidly evolved from the target of local governments and activists to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="major national political issue" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/23/flock-cameras-data-centers-ai-midterms-2026-tech" data-vars-content-id="d915055d-d2df-4bcd-b06a-977d9e486db6" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Senate Republican investigates Flock cameras" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/23/flock-cameras-data-centers-ai-midterms-2026-tech" target="_self">major national political issue</a>.

States renew fight against Trump's mail-in voting rule

The Supreme Court didn't weigh the merits of Trump's order, leaving the door open for suits.

A coalition of states is again seeking to block President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Trump&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="e7ddfc8e-f6c7-4a81-a47a-90c80deb0994" data-vars-headline="States renew fight against Trump&#x27;s mail-in voting rule" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">Trump&#x27;s</a> sweeping Postal Service rule on mail-in voting, just days after the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Supreme Court" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/supreme-court-legal-decisions" data-vars-content-id="e7ddfc8e-f6c7-4a81-a47a-90c80deb0994" data-vars-headline="States renew fight against Trump&#x27;s mail-in voting rule" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/supreme-court-legal-decisions" target="_self">Supreme Court</a> lifted a lower court&#x27;s injunction against his executive order.The big picture: The Supreme Court&#x27;s decision essentially said the states sued too early. Now, they&#x27;re hoping the timing is right to kneecap the plan ahead of the midterms.

Exclusive: Waymo says there's no AI shortcut to self-driving

Breakthroughs in AI are fueling hopes that more data and smarter models can provide a shortcut to self-driving vehicles. Waymo says there is none.

Breakthroughs in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AI" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" data-vars-content-id="fadb078a-2971-4e14-b7d8-984943fc4017" data-vars-headline="Exclusive: Waymo says there&#x27;s no AI shortcut to self-driving" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/technology/automation-and-ai" target="_self">AI</a> are fueling hopes that more data and smarter models can provide a shortcut to self-driving vehicles. Waymo, after more than 15 years and 200 million driverless miles, says there is none.Why it matters: The answer could determine whether the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AV" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/autonomous-waymo-blind-spot-uber" data-vars-content-id="fadb078a-2971-4e14-b7d8-984943fc4017" data-vars-headline="Exclusive: Waymo says there&#x27;s no AI shortcut to self-driving" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/autonomous-waymo-blind-spot-uber" target="_self">AV</a> race is a long, expensive slog that rewards Waymo&#x27;s head start — or a new track that lets newer rivals hit the road faster.

Early look at the Von Braun Center's $200M update 

Demand for events at the Von Braun Center is higher than ever, highlighted by the recent full-capacity Space and Missile Defense Symposium.

The Von Braun Center is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="moving ahead" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/05/18/huntsville-tif-tax-district-von-braun-center-alabama" data-vars-content-id="5dfddc65-0eb4-4e71-9962-252cf0f53eb3" data-vars-headline="Early look at the Von Braun Center&#x27;s $200M update " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/05/18/huntsville-tif-tax-district-von-braun-center-alabama" target="_self">moving ahead</a> with a $200 million expansion, and it offered the media an early look at what it&#x27;s got planned. Why it matters: Demand for events at Huntsville&#x27;s downtown civic center is higher than ever, highlighted by the recent full-capacity <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Space and Missile Defense Symposium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/14/rocket-fuel-drinking-from-the-smd-firehose" data-vars-content-id="5dfddc65-0eb4-4e71-9962-252cf0f53eb3" data-vars-headline="Early look at the Von Braun Center&#x27;s $200M update " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/14/rocket-fuel-drinking-from-the-smd-firehose" target="_self">Space and Missile Defense Symposium</a>.

223 applications, one successful landing in the Rocket City

Perseverance pays off in this job market, and Brock Morgan's methods show what it takes to land a position in a growing place like Huntsville.

Culture Brief

Brock Morgan applied to 223 jobs before landing a position with Fox 54 (WZDX-TV) in Huntsville. Why it matters: Perseverance pays off in this job market, and Morgan&#x27;s methods show what it takes to land a position in a growing place like Huntsville.

TVA sets new data center rate

TVA says it will keep costs down for customers and ensure long-term reliability.

TVA will require power-hungry data centers to pay more for the electricity they use in the Valley. Why it matters: As data center demand — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="and anxiety" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/20/data-center-uproar-2026-midterms" data-vars-content-id="02c7b20c-b8b2-45ca-875b-9b412c2232fe" data-vars-headline="TVA sets new data center rate" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/20/data-center-uproar-2026-midterms" target="_self">and anxiety</a> — ramps up across the country, TVA is setting a new data center rate it says will keep costs down for customers and ensure long-term reliability.

Huntsville voters head to polls Tuesday

There are five competitive races on the ballot: City Council Districts 2, 3 and 4, and Board of Education Districts 2 and 3.

Politics

Voters head to the polls Tuesday for Huntsville&#x27;s municipal elections.Why it matters: The election results could reshape leadership at City Hall and in city schools.

Huntsville brings Orion concessions in-house for $12M

The deal with Huntsville Venue Group Food & Beverage, LLC includes buildings and other improvements at the amphitheater's Food Village area.

Huntsville will take greater control of the publicly owned Orion Amphitheater after the City Council voted 4-1 last week to purchase the venue&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="food and beverage" data-vars-click-url="https://theorionhuntsville.com/food-and-drinks/" data-vars-content-id="483b7943-9f01-451f-b119-566733364d00" data-vars-headline="Huntsville brings Orion concessions in-house for $12M" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://theorionhuntsville.com/food-and-drinks/" target="_blank">food and beverage</a> assets for $12 million.

Barracuda brings tacos, New Orleans vibes to downtown Huntsville

The fast-casual taco stand officially opens March 22.

Food and Drink

Barracuda Taco Stand opens Sunday in downtown Huntsville. The big picture: New Orleans-based <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Barracuda" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eatbarracuda.com/" data-vars-content-id="0307b5ff-3669-4870-997b-09c84af57561" data-vars-headline="Barracuda brings tacos, New Orleans vibes to downtown Huntsville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eatbarracuda.com/" target="_blank">Barracuda</a> is &quot;a neighborhood taco stand and margarita garden,&quot; with an uber-casual vibe.

City Council, School Board ballots take shape

Voters will decide City Council Districts 2, 3 and 4, and Board of Education seats for the same districts.

News

Candidate filing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="closes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/government/voting-elections/election-dates-to-remember/" data-vars-content-id="af0e0be2-c96f-4efd-aebe-0af5bc2fe916" data-vars-headline="City Council, School Board ballots take shape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/government/voting-elections/election-dates-to-remember/" target="_blank">closes</a> Tuesday for this year&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="municipal elections" data-vars-click-url="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/government/voting-elections/municipal-election-candidates/" data-vars-content-id="af0e0be2-c96f-4efd-aebe-0af5bc2fe916" data-vars-headline="City Council, School Board ballots take shape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/government/voting-elections/municipal-election-candidates/" target="_blank">municipal elections</a>.Why it matters: Voters will decide City Council Districts 2, 3 and 4, and Board of Education seats for the same districts.

Supreme Court says Alabama can use 2023 congressional map

Four congressional districts — 1, 2, 6 and 7 — are now set to vote under the 2023 map.

Alabama can <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="move forward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/06/02/ivey-primary-election-alabama-map-redistricting" data-vars-content-id="98a8844c-9a88-4fb8-a5b6-a4ffc0e196ff" data-vars-headline="Supreme Court says Alabama can use 2023 congressional map" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/06/02/ivey-primary-election-alabama-map-redistricting" target="_self">move forward</a> with its legislature-drawn congressional map for this year&#x27;s special primary elections after a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="6-3 ruling" data-vars-click-url="https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/25a1314_7m58.pdf" data-vars-content-id="98a8844c-9a88-4fb8-a5b6-a4ffc0e196ff" data-vars-headline="Supreme Court says Alabama can use 2023 congressional map" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/25a1314_7m58.pdf" target="_blank">6-3 ruling</a> from the U.S. Supreme Court.Why it matters: Four congressional districts — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="1, 2, 6 and 7" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/05/11/supreme-court-alabama-congressional-map-redraw-granted-midterms" data-vars-content-id="98a8844c-9a88-4fb8-a5b6-a4ffc0e196ff" data-vars-headline="Supreme Court says Alabama can use 2023 congressional map" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/05/11/supreme-court-alabama-congressional-map-redraw-granted-midterms" target="_self">1, 2, 6 and 7</a> — are now set to vote under the 2023 map, meaning one of the state&#x27;s seven House seats may flip from Democrat to Republican.

$50M Lewter District project takes shape downtown

The project includes the repurposing of the Lewter Hardware building and the construction of a five-story office building and 14 luxury townhomes.

Developers are preparing to cut the ribbon on the 1.5-acre Lewter District in Huntsville.Why it matters: An effort that began with repurposing the historic Lewter Hardware building is now aiming to establish a mixed-use area downtown.

Front Row opens leasing, targets June move-ins

The sprawling mixed-use development has launched its official website.

Business Brief

The Residences at Front Row is getting ready to sign its first leases for a targeted June move-in date. Why it matters: The sprawling mixed-use development under construction across from the Von Braun Center has been years in the making and is expected to help transform that &quot;gateway&quot; into downtown.

Huntsville's music investment pays off

Eight years after launching a targeted investment in its music scene, the city has seen returns in the form of  hundreds of millions in economic output.

Eight years after kickstarting an effort to develop its musical identity, Huntsville is seeing a big return on its investment.Why it matters: That return is coming in the form of hundreds of millions in economic output and a major increase in creative jobs, all while bringing in big acts and a steady lineup of events for locals.

HudsonAlpha's grass-based manufacturing effort lands $15M

The initiative is poised to fuel sustainable growth in agriculture and manufacturing in the region.

Grass grown on underutilized farmland in Alabama and Tennessee will soon be used to make everything from food packaging to car parts.Why it matters: The initiative is poised to fuel sustainable growth in agriculture and manufacturing in the region, forecast to result in billions in investment over the next decade.

District 3 drives Huntsville turnout bump

Tuesday's municipal elections saw 1,753 more ballots cast than in 2022, driven entirely by South Huntsville's District 3.

Election

Nearly 13,000 voters made it to the polls Tuesday, about 12.7% of the total voters in Huntsville&#x27;s Districts 2, 3 and 4, per <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="preliminary county data" data-vars-click-url="https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/AL/Madison/127070/web.345435/#/summary" data-vars-content-id="1b895308-8779-464e-ba3d-3c75a2200a64" data-vars-headline="District 3 drives Huntsville turnout bump" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/AL/Madison/127070/web.345435/#/summary" target="_blank">preliminary county data</a>. Why it matters: That increase was driven entirely by a big jump in South Huntsville&#x27;s District 3, which saw competitive City Council and Board of Education races.

Huntsville tops tech talent rankings, again

The report highlights a key selling point that's helped propel Huntsville's growth: its educated, skilled and tech-savvy workforce.

Huntsville is the top up-and-coming city for tech talent for the fifth year in a row, per the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="latest annual report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cbre.com/insights/books/scoring-tech-talent-2026/what-are-the-up-and-coming-markets" data-vars-content-id="ab14ca29-8441-4186-a956-bf87c2dba45e" data-vars-headline="Huntsville tops tech talent rankings, again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cbre.com/insights/books/scoring-tech-talent-2026/what-are-the-up-and-coming-markets" target="_blank">latest annual report</a> from commercial real estate firm CBRE.Why it matters: The Scoring Tech Talent report from CBRE highlights a key selling point that&#x27;s helped propel Huntsville&#x27;s growth: its educated, skilled and tech-savvy workforce.

Trash Pandas' throwback night honors Microwave Dave

Tonight offers a chance to not only honor a local legend and support music education, but also snag a top-tier Huntsville T-shirt.

The Rocket City Trash Pandas are throwing it back to the days of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Huntsville Stars" data-vars-click-url="https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/history/huntsville-stars" data-vars-content-id="3dba59bb-0255-46f5-8bc0-2f2add8d341f" data-vars-headline="Trash Pandas&#x27; throwback night honors Microwave Dave" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.milb.com/rocket-city/history/huntsville-stars" target="_blank">Huntsville Stars</a> tonight, and honoring a longtime Stars fan, &quot;Microwave Dave&quot; Gallaher. Why it matters: With only a few Trash Pandas games left this season, tonight is a chance to honor <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a local legend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/02/10/huntsville-remembers-microwave-dave-gallaher" data-vars-content-id="3dba59bb-0255-46f5-8bc0-2f2add8d341f" data-vars-headline="Trash Pandas&#x27; throwback night honors Microwave Dave" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/02/10/huntsville-remembers-microwave-dave-gallaher" target="_self">a local legend</a>, support music education and snag a top-tier Huntsville T-shirt.

Chick-fil-A explores North Huntsville location

It's the latest company eyeing the area near the $240-million North Village Town Center, anchored by Target and Home Depot.

Chick-fil-A is exploring a location near the Northern Bypass intersection with Memorial Parkway. Why it matters: It&#x27;s the latest company eyeing the area near the $240-million <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="North Village Town Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/11/07/north-huntsville-target-home-depot-alabama-retail" data-vars-content-id="844447bf-6a30-40d6-a78c-351ea4cacbf9" data-vars-headline="Chick-fil-A explores North Huntsville location" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/11/07/north-huntsville-target-home-depot-alabama-retail" target="_self">North Village Town Center</a>, which is anchored by Target and Home Depot and part of a larger surge of growth around the nearly complete Northern Bypass.

Doug Jones talks data centers, Medicaid in Huntsville

Former Sen. Jones is facing current Sen. Tommy Tuberville in the race to succeed Gov. Kay Ivey.

Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Doug Jones made a pitch for change in Huntsville on Wednesday night.Why it matters: Former Sen. Jones is facing off against current Sen. Tommy Tuberville to succeed Republican Gov. Kay Ivey in a high-profile race set to have major repercussions for the state.

Tennessee River Greenway completes key pedestrian loop

The short connection, just three miles or so, completes a much larger loop providing a pedestrian connection encircling most of South Huntsville.

Development

It&#x27;s official, the Tennessee River Greenway is complete and open. Why it matters: The short connection, just a mile and a half or so, completes a much larger loop that&#x27;s providing a pedestrian connection encircling most of South Huntsville.

The space defense impact of Auburn's Huntsville research lab

Federal officials and Auburn leaders highlighted just how impactful the rare research opportunities offered at the new facility will be.

Aerospace

Auburn University&#x27;s Applied Research Institute in Cummings Research Park is officially <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="up and running" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/18/auburn-university-huntsville-research-lab-aims-for-workforce-research-impact" data-vars-content-id="c23a7a26-3919-4a51-9445-a7ad8ef2d043" data-vars-headline="The space defense impact of Auburn&#x27;s Huntsville research lab" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/18/auburn-university-huntsville-research-lab-aims-for-workforce-research-impact" target="_self">up and running</a>. Why it matters: At a ribbon-cutting Tuesday, federal officials and Auburn leaders highlighted how impactful the rare research opportunities offered at the new facility will be.

Auburn's new Huntsville research lab aims for speed and workforce impact

AUARI aims to fill a research niche in Huntsville's aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

Auburn&#x27;s new Applied Research Institute in Huntsville is looking to be a catalyst for innovation and advanced manufacturing.Why it matters: Auburn&#x27;s lab space aims to fill a research niche in Huntsville&#x27;s aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

Redwire charges ahead on Huntsville expansion

Defense and space tech manufacturer Redwire will add 150 jobs as part of the expansion.

Redwire officially broke ground on its new Huntsville headquarters Tuesday, as the building starts to take shape. Why it matters: It&#x27;s the latest surge of momentum for Huntsville&#x27;s booming aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem.

Huntsville-based PDW lands $820M loan to manufacture drone parts

The massive investment is set to bring new jobs and investment, and help America close the drone production gap.

Huntsville-based Performance Drone Works has secured up to $820 million to bolster U.S. production of drone components. Why it matters: The massive investment is set to bring new jobs and investment, and help America close the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="drone production gap" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/08/07/air-defense-drones-missles-huntsville-alabama-army-golden-dome" data-vars-content-id="9a7c88a5-0b66-4d6c-9dbc-5c412f3ea103" data-vars-headline="Huntsville-based PDW lands $820M loan to manufacture drone parts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/08/07/air-defense-drones-missles-huntsville-alabama-army-golden-dome" target="_self">drone production gap</a>.

Alabama, Huntsville take off at Farnborough International Airshow

Alabama highlighting companies based in Huntsville and beyond in London.

London may be a long way from Huntsville, but at the Farnborough International Airshow this week, it&#x27;s something of a home away from home.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Farnborough" data-vars-click-url="https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/" data-vars-content-id="a3da3cff-a9f3-43a3-b974-e28053cb39da" data-vars-headline="Alabama, Huntsville take off at Farnborough International Airshow" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.farnboroughairshow.com/" target="_blank">Farnborough</a> is a big deal for anything that flies and for the companies and communities that support them. Context: Mike Ward, senior vice president, government and public affairs with the Huntsville Madison County Chamber, has been attending the airshow since 1999.<ul><li>Back then Huntsville focused on the International Paris Air Show, which alternates years with Farnborough, and for years the Rocket City hosted a reception at the Eiffel Tower, he told Axios on Monday.</li><li>And while many companies hosted events all about themselves, Huntsville &quot;became like Switzerland,&quot; with the leaders of the companies all in one place. </li></ul>Driving the news: &quot;Mostly it&#x27;s nurturing relationships,&quot; Ward said. &quot;That may sound trite, you know, but it&#x27;s the truth.&quot;<ul><li>&quot;We have the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="highest concentration of engineers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.forbes.com/pictures/fjle45leeg/no-1-huntsville-alabama-2/" data-vars-content-id="a3da3cff-a9f3-43a3-b974-e28053cb39da" data-vars-headline="Alabama, Huntsville take off at Farnborough International Airshow" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.forbes.com/pictures/fjle45leeg/no-1-huntsville-alabama-2/" target="_blank">highest concentration of engineers</a> in the world,&quot; he said of Huntsville. &quot;If you look at the concentration of aerospace companies, it&#x27;s probably more than any place else ... 84,000 people work in either aerospace or defense in the region.&quot;</li></ul>Zoom in: More than 1,600 exhibitors are displaying their best, including states like Alabama, highlighting companies based in Huntsville and beyond. <figure><img alt="Large display board with a map of red icons on the left and a dark panel on the right that reads &#x27;There&#x27;s good company here.&#x27; Logos of aerospace companies appear below; people stand near an open doorway on the right." height="3024" id="ccedfeed-25dc-4d12-85ee-744357cf90a8" src="https://images.axios.com/nH615PXdUjh4vyrdTfb_bKXGfdc=/2026/07/20/1784577104572.jpeg" width="4032"/><figcaption>The Huntsville aerospace and defense cluster, visualized. Photo: Derek Lacey/Axios</figcaption></figure>Context: Huntsville&#x27;s connections were on full display Monday, too, as the USA Pavilion cut the ribbon with a talk from Apollo-era astronaut and moonwalker Charles Duke in front of a large wall-sized photo of him at Space Camp. <ul><li>They were celebrating the Apollo moon landing anniversary in London, while Huntsville took to Big Spring Park to do the same with a giant drone show as part of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rocket City Space Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/07/10/rocket-city-space-fest-s-own-moonshot" data-vars-content-id="a3da3cff-a9f3-43a3-b974-e28053cb39da" data-vars-headline="Alabama, Huntsville take off at Farnborough International Airshow" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/07/10/rocket-city-space-fest-s-own-moonshot" target="_self">Rocket City Space Fest</a>.</li></ul>The bottom line: &quot;What started off as you know, cheese whiz and a beer at the local bar with some industry friends, grew into the premier community exhibit at the Paris Air Show,&quot; Ward said. Disclosure: Huntsville/Madison County Economic Development Partners paid for Derek&#x27;s travel and lodging expenses to attend the Farnborough International Airshow, where he is moderating discussions and conducting interviews. Axios retains full editorial control over its coverage.

Huntsville's Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion

Aerospace and defense manufacturer plans a 164,000-square-foot expansion.

Redwire Corp. and Huntsville are kicking off the Farnborough Air Show in London by announcing a big expansion back home. Why it matters: Huntsville&#x27;s strong <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="aerospace" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/aerospace" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/aerospace" target="_self">aerospace</a> resume is getting stronger, and making waves at one of the biggest industry events on the globe. The latest: Aerospace and defense manufacturer <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Redwire" data-vars-click-url="https://rdw.com/" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://rdw.com/" target="_blank">Redwire</a>, announced this morning that it will expand its Huntsville location on Jetplex Boulevard by 164,000 square feet, adding 150 new, high-skilled jobs. <ul><li>Those jobs will be in the company&#x27;s manufacturing, integration and technical operations, per the announcement, with the expanded campus set to accelerate several of Redwire&#x27;s production lines. </li></ul>Zoom in: Those include its Stalker drone system, drone gimbal payloads, advanced energy solutions and space capabilities, the company said. <ul><li>Construction is expected to start late next year, and Redwire is receiving about $8.5 million in state and local economic development incentives, per the announcement.</li></ul>What they&#x27;re saying: Peter Cannito, Redwire chairman and CEO, said in the announcement that the expansion &quot;reflects the momentum we&#x27;re seeing across both Redwire Space and Defense Tech.&quot;<ul><li>&quot;Huntsville is one of the fastest-growing technology hubs in the United States, uniquely positioned at the intersection of America&#x27;s space and defense industries, which makes it the ideal location to expand our capabilities and strengthen America&#x27;s industrial base.&quot;</li></ul><figure><img alt="Modern two-story office building with a sign reading RED WIRE, glass entry, and a large parking lot full of cars under a clear blue sky; an American flag near the entrance." height="1233" id="d8b3c014-e06c-404f-b5ab-1517e3b6bdf4" src="https://images.axios.com/ww4FuGnBFjCDI6eRyYmqnvLx_So=/2026/07/20/1784520021675.jpeg" width="3000"/><figcaption>Redwire plans to add 150 jobs with the help of $8.5 million in local and state incentives. Image: Courtesy Redwire</figcaption></figure>Zoom out: The expansion &quot;speaks to exactly what the Alabama team is promoting this week in Farnborough,&quot; said Alabama Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair in the announcement. <ul><li>&quot;Our state&#x27;s ability to provide advanced manufacturers the skilled workforce, infrastructure and local support to not only launch their initial operations, but to help them expand with their successes.&quot;</li></ul>Driving the news: Huntsville, and Alabama, is well-represented at Farnborough, where <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="state lawmakers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.madeinalabama.com/2026/07/alabama-lawmakers-will-attend-farnborough-to-tell-states-economic-development-story/" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.madeinalabama.com/2026/07/alabama-lawmakers-will-attend-farnborough-to-tell-states-economic-development-story/" target="_blank">state lawmakers</a> and aerospace, AI and defense companies are looking to gain even more ground.<ul><li>Two of those companies, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Maximum Technology Corporation" data-vars-click-url="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us-east-2.protection.sophos.com?d=maxtc.com&amp;u=aHR0cHM6Ly9tYXh0Yy5jb20v&amp;p=m&amp;i=NWZmNzI3ZjNhOGE4NzIwZTEyYmIxZWFj&amp;t=QzlKbyt5TTRDKzFCRHhSTU9HTlowQjltdHljUFFoclUvaUdnbkFQd3Q3UT0=&amp;h=9922b1a02f5644099b4ae5d32f3229d0&amp;s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbBU_cQjDfmWCdWL5nhqHeJJ6aL5nyKqw8P93gAvfX7ehE_R88_SgHxs3bh_hb6BPM__;!!Al82Z4c!zomd-fGFTxmNY6RjhRGmScGGm4qmtls76JR0A70SWpkpNx3HLDxYpzID2HPQOGFJ5kytgd5pdj1_R4_GBbo$" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us-east-2.protection.sophos.com?d=maxtc.com&amp;u=aHR0cHM6Ly9tYXh0Yy5jb20v&amp;p=m&amp;i=NWZmNzI3ZjNhOGE4NzIwZTEyYmIxZWFj&amp;t=QzlKbyt5TTRDKzFCRHhSTU9HTlowQjltdHljUFFoclUvaUdnbkFQd3Q3UT0=&amp;h=9922b1a02f5644099b4ae5d32f3229d0&amp;s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbBU_cQjDfmWCdWL5nhqHeJJ6aL5nyKqw8P93gAvfX7ehE_R88_SgHxs3bh_hb6BPM__;!!Al82Z4c!zomd-fGFTxmNY6RjhRGmScGGm4qmtls76JR0A70SWpkpNx3HLDxYpzID2HPQOGFJ5kytgd5pdj1_R4_GBbo$" target="_blank">Maximum Technology Corporation</a>, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Zaden Technologies" data-vars-click-url="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us-east-2.protection.sophos.com?d=zadentech.com&amp;u=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemFkZW50ZWNoLmNvbS8=&amp;p=m&amp;i=NWZmNzI3ZjNhOGE4NzIwZTEyYmIxZWFj&amp;t=VC9tcEhQN0hhY0hja0hmMUJoYmlFMi9WV3YwM25EcG1RNnRLeng5dTc3Zz0=&amp;h=9922b1a02f5644099b4ae5d32f3229d0&amp;s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbBU_cQjDfmWCdWL5nhqHeJJ6aL5nyKqw8P93gAvfX7ehE_R88_SgHxs3bh_hb6BPM__;!!Al82Z4c!zomd-fGFTxmNY6RjhRGmScGGm4qmtls76JR0A70SWpkpNx3HLDxYpzID2HPQOGFJ5kytgd5pdj1_TsNnTHU$" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us-east-2.protection.sophos.com?d=zadentech.com&amp;u=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuemFkZW50ZWNoLmNvbS8=&amp;p=m&amp;i=NWZmNzI3ZjNhOGE4NzIwZTEyYmIxZWFj&amp;t=VC9tcEhQN0hhY0hja0hmMUJoYmlFMi9WV3YwM25EcG1RNnRLeng5dTc3Zz0=&amp;h=9922b1a02f5644099b4ae5d32f3229d0&amp;s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVbBU_cQjDfmWCdWL5nhqHeJJ6aL5nyKqw8P93gAvfX7ehE_R88_SgHxs3bh_hb6BPM__;!!Al82Z4c!zomd-fGFTxmNY6RjhRGmScGGm4qmtls76JR0A70SWpkpNx3HLDxYpzID2HPQOGFJ5kytgd5pdj1_TsNnTHU$" target="_blank">Zaden Technologies</a> are based in Huntsville, and a third, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="SEA Wire and Cable" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sea-wire.com/" data-vars-content-id="cd9d9b0e-db03-49be-9c8f-4e3059fabde1" data-vars-headline="Huntsville&#x27;s Redwire adds 150 jobs with major expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sea-wire.com/" target="_blank">SEA Wire and Cable</a>, in Madison.</li></ul>

Make the most of Restaurant Week's final days

If you don't make it out this weekend, you'll have to wait another year for a chance at special menu items around town.

Restaurant Week wraps up Monday. Why it matters: If you don&#x27;t make it out this weekend, you&#x27;ll have to wait another year for a chance at special menu items around town.

Monopoly hands the dice to Huntsville for new city edition

The famed real estate board game Monopoly is publishing a Huntsville edition next year and is seeking community suggestions.

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The famed real estate board game Monopoly is publishing a Huntsville edition next year. Why it matters: Boardwalk, Parkway Place? More like U.S. Space and Rocket Center and Big Spring Park.

New John Hunt Rec Center is pickleball-forward

The recreation center was built, like everything else at John Hunt Park, "with sports tourism in mind."

John Hunt Park Recreation Center, with its 25 lighted, covered outdoor pickleball courts, is officially open. Why it matters: The long-awaited facility is expected to attract regional tournaments and offer a central location for Huntsville residents.

Huntsville's America 250 plans get bigger with Space Fest

The celebration of Huntsville's role in the Moon landing is planned for July 16–20.

America at 250

Huntsville is finalizing its marquee event marking the summer of America&#x27;s 250th anniversary, and adding to the lineup of events with the city&#x27;s first Rocket City Space Fest.Why it matters: The July 4 celebration headlines the summer at Big Spring Park, while Space Fest highlights Huntsville&#x27;s overlooked but pivotal role in the Apollo Moon landings.

Huntsville dives in for big 250th celebration

The celebration peaks on July 4 in Big Spring Park.

America&#x27;s got a big birthday coming up. Why it matters: Huntsville&#x27;s going all out for the occasion, with events lined up over the next couple of months, culminating in a major July 4 celebration at Big Spring Park.

🎨 Panoply 2026: Major music, artists and a few firsts

This year's Panoply Arts Festival in Huntsville has big headliners, tons of artists and some new additions.

Panoply Arts Festival takes over Big Spring Park this weekend, and it&#x27;s going to include some firsts for Arts Huntsville&#x27;s marquee annual event.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="44th year of the festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.artshuntsville.org/the-history-of-panoply-arts-festival/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" data-vars-content-id="76378905-4df4-453f-81a1-c99b2f5e89ef" data-vars-headline="🎨 Panoply 2026: Major music, artists and a few firsts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.artshuntsville.org/the-history-of-panoply-arts-festival/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">44th year of the festival</a> is expected to be something special, particularly on the music front.<ul><li>&quot;The Voice&quot; star <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jazz McKenzie" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/itsjustjazzmusic/" data-vars-content-id="76378905-4df4-453f-81a1-c99b2f5e89ef" data-vars-headline="🎨 Panoply 2026: Major music, artists and a few firsts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/itsjustjazzmusic/" target="_blank">Jazz McKenzie</a> is headlining Friday, and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Otis Walker Band" data-vars-click-url="https://otiswalkerband.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKPHe5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2amo1VFJVR1F5ZnJFZU84AR7kZXltyPHyWclvMwJzrV_qOe0Nup0pbVjgKKEHJ-IF2Km3NH59POgaaooTzA_aem_wn_qJ8O2Gega_oXL47b85g" data-vars-content-id="76378905-4df4-453f-81a1-c99b2f5e89ef" data-vars-headline="🎨 Panoply 2026: Major music, artists and a few firsts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://otiswalkerband.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKPHe5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2amo1VFJVR1F5ZnJFZU84AR7kZXltyPHyWclvMwJzrV_qOe0Nup0pbVjgKKEHJ-IF2Km3NH59POgaaooTzA_aem_wn_qJ8O2Gega_oXL47b85g" target="_blank">Otis Walker Band</a> will perform a tribute to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Microwave Dave Gallaher" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/02/10/huntsville-remembers-microwave-dave-gallaher" data-vars-content-id="76378905-4df4-453f-81a1-c99b2f5e89ef" data-vars-headline="🎨 Panoply 2026: Major music, artists and a few firsts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/02/10/huntsville-remembers-microwave-dave-gallaher" target="_self">Microwave Dave Gallaher</a> for Saturday&#x27;s headlining performance.</li></ul>

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