Good morning, Huntsville.

Former Huntsville television news anchor Lee Marshall returned on Wednesday after a 10-day awakening trip for nearly 120 women was cut short amid rising conflict in Israel.

She said being home brought peace and relief — a stark change after facing bomb shelters and urgent extraction abroad.

Blue Origin has leased Test Stand 4670—built in 1965—at Marshall to support engine tests for its New Glenn and ULA's Vulcan vehicles and boost local aerospace jobs to 2,000 in Huntsville.

Construction crews are ahead of schedule on a new building at John Hunt Park that will expand the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum with extra exhibits (including a larger Civil War section and recent conflict displays) while the museum remains open and the project is set to finish by February 2027.

The Huntsville Museum of Art Board of Trustees announced a $1 million gift from Hank Isenberg, with the museum naming its education center the Isenberg Art Academy after a dedication event on Thursday, March 5.

The unrestricted gift will boost art education and outreach programs across North Alabama.

On Thursday, the House passed bills that expanded career technical education programs by allowing experienced tradesmen to teach and streamlining teacher certification; the legislation also provided $150 million to boost these programs statewide.

A North Alabama family will host the Stride for Sophia 5K race tomorrow at 9 a.m. at Arab City Park — where participants will wear pink to honor Sophia and raise funds for mental health support via Wellstone.

Residents have questions about Huntsville Hospital's plan to purchase Crestwood Medical Center.

The North Alabama Labor Council and United Women of Color will host a public Q&A session at 6 p.m. Friday in Campus 805 to gather community inquiries - including those related to a recent data breach.

On Friday, Alabama A&M head coach Dawn Thornton earned SWAC Coach of the Year honors while guard Kalia Walker was named SWAC Player of the Year; the Bulldogs clinched the top tournament seed after a season marked by a 17-game winning streak.

Huntsville will host an expanded slate of Conference USA championships through 2029 as part of an extended partnership.

The next three basketball championships are scheduled for Propst Arena while beach volleyball and cross country events will take place at John Hunt Park.

CUSA Basketball Championships - All Sessions Pass

March 10-14 — Propst Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of the CUSA basketball championships featuring teams vying for glory and an NCAA bid.

Anne Wilson Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets available — Experience an enchanting evening with Anne Wilson in concert.

Flavor In Ya Ear Vol 2

7 PM – 12 AM — The Note Jazz Lounge — 21+ event — Experience a night of vibrant beats and good vibes at a cozy jazz venue.

Cosmic Charlie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rescheduled performance of Cosmic Charlie amidst a vibrant musical atmosphere.

42nd International Symposium on Child Abuse

All day — Von Braun Center — Various ticket options — Engage with top experts and network with professionals focused on child maltreatment.

Naturalist Hike

10 AM – 12 PM — Monte Sano Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the forest ecology with an expert while enjoying a leisurely hike.

Raptor Shows

11 a.m. — Huntsville Botanical Garden — $8-$20 — Experience the awe-inspiring displays of Alabama's raptors in this educational and captivating show.

Race to Space Marathon & Half Marathon

6 AM – 1 PM — Bridge Street Town Centre — Registration required — Experience stunning courses and a lively post-race party in a thrilling marathon event.

GEOHuntsville Summit 2026: Rocket City Rising

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Huntsville Botanical Garden — Check event page for cost — Explore the future of geospatial technology, space exploration, and AI with industry leaders and innovative thinkers.

A Night of The Blues Honoring Microwave Dave

8 PM – 2 AM — Mars Music Hall — Free Event — Celebrate the legacy of local blues legend Microwave Dave with soulful performances from top artists.