Good morning, Huntsville.

Artemis II astronauts, heading to the moon today for a lunar flyaround, are using backup urine bags+while engineers work to clear ice blocking the flush line of a malfunctioning space toilet.

The crew is set to break Apollo 13's distance record as they capture views of the lunar far side.

An Army Apache helicopter made a safe, precautionary landing in a field near Arab Friday after pilots detected a maintenance issue during a routine flight — maintainers later confirmed there was no risk to people or property.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville has named its softball field 'Les Stuedeman Field' beginning Friday to honor coach Les Stuedeman, who built a nationally competitive program.

The field naming recognizes her legacy (1,268 wins and 26 NCAA Tournament appearances) and cements her lasting impact on student-athletes.

Rocket City clinched the season-opening series win with a 9-8 victory Sunday in a closely contested game against Biloxi.

The Pandas set the stage for upcoming games with this tight win.

Guitars and Stars

7-8 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Discounted tickets for students and professionals — Enjoy an evening filled with music and a chance to meet the artists.

Rocket City Wine Fest | Italian Wine Dinner

6-8 p.m. — Mazzara's Vinoteca — Ticketed event — Experience a memorable Italian wine dinner with Master Sommelier Michael McNeill showcasing Italy's finest wines.

Glass Fusing Workshop: Introduction to Glass Fusing

1-4 p.m. — Burritt on the Mountain — $70 total — Create a unique 6x6 glass project while learning tips and tricks in a fun, beginner-friendly environment.

Rocket City Market

9 AM - 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover unique vintage finds and artisan goods at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.

Young Ballers University Training Sessions

3-4 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — See website for pricing — A fun and engaging group training class for young athletes aged 7-9 focusing on skill development and teamwork.

Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams

A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!

Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams

A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!

Drone Days at U.S. Space & Rocket Center

9 AM – 8 PM — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Check event website for costs — Experience cutting-edge drone technology in an engaging two-day event.

Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo

7 PM to 12 PM — 700 Monroe St SW Parking — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate all things geek at Alabama's largest comic and pop culture expo!

Back to the Future™ — Meet Christopher Lloyd

April 17-19 — Von Braun Center — Autograph and Photo Opportunities — Meet the iconic Doc Brown from Back to the Future.

6th Annual Crawfish Festival

11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Celebrate crawfish season with live music, food, and fun for all ages.