Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama
Yuge announcement
Space Command? Still coming. And from what we’re hearing, it’s going to be “yuge.” It seems President Donald Trump wants to deliver the news himself, right here in North Alabama. Trump will reportedly include a big push for Golden Dome as part of the announcement. “It’ll be a YUGE announcement,” one insider joked, noting the challenge is finding a slot in a calendar already packed with global diplomacy, tariffs, and economic strategy. Even so, we’re hearing this one could land sooner rather than later.
Madison mayor’s race by the numbers
A new poll reportedly shows Madison mayoral candidate Ranae Bartlett with a sizeable lead. According to poll numbers, Bartlett leads over closest competitor Steve Smith by a wide margin. The poll shows Bartlett with 45% of the vote to 15% for Steve Smith and 5% for Margi Daly. Undecideds remain though, totaling 35%.“With these numbers, there won’t even be a runoff,” said one insider.
MOSA up next
While it’s been all about SMD this week, the next can’t-miss summit of strategic defense specialists is set for National Harbor, Md. The Modular Open Systems Approach Industry and Government Summit and Expo takes place Aug. 25-27, and features key leadership from the Department of Defense and Tri-Service, along with panel discussions and more than 100 exhibitor booths showcasing live demonstrations. MOSA is a legal requirement for all defense programs to break down barriers and create opportunities for small businesses.
Goldsmith-Schiffman glow-up
Huntsville City Councilman David Little is calling in the public playbook for the future of Goldsmith-Schiffman Field. A town hall is set for Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Optimist Rec Center, where residents can weigh in on renovation plans that include pickleball courts, playgrounds, and a plaza – all of it centered around the historic 1930s-era field near Five Points. City officials and designers will be on hand with concept drawings and big ideas, but the final call may come down to what the people want.
