Good morning, Huntsville.

The new Ditto Landing Event Center by the river is progressing fast and may finish as early as August, with interior work underway and the project scheduled to wrap by October.

The restaurant space awaits a final operator decision, and future plans include boat docks and a hotel.

Movers for Moms campaign is collecting essential items to support mothers by distributing donations to local shelters in Huntsville.

The drive began yesterday and invites residents to contribute supplies that help strengthen local families.

A nonprofit leader began a month-long no-shower challenge — a measure to show solidarity with the homeless — in Huntsville to highlight the struggles faced by those without shelter.

The challenge, noted on Apr. 10, will continue for a month to raise local awareness.

Huntsville and Madison County have approved a 237-acre solar facility lease that will deliver 40 megawatts of power to Huntsville Utilities.

The project is set to generate energy within 14 months — the city and county will split revenue under a 35-year lease.

Alabama A&M and Amazon announced a partnership on Apr.

10 to expand AI education and resources for students. The initiative will boost learning opportunities on campus and prepare learners for future tech careers.

Carlton Wright, longtime Director of Bands at Alabama A&M University, will retire in June (the university confirmed the transition), marking the end of a long era in music education.

School leaders in Huntsville and other Alabama schools are reviewing new laws passed in the last legislative session to decide if classrooms must display the Ten Commandments (details pending).

The review will help teachers plan upcoming changes.

MARS Microschool in Huntsville was named Alabama’s state-level winner in the Presidential AI Challenge and will advance to the regional round.

The school, built under CHOOSE Act funding and designed for workforce readiness+ real-world skills, offers families a flexible, innovative education alternative.

NASA’s Artemis II splashdown may be affected by weather in Huntsville as temperatures stand at 56°F + clear skies today, and local recovery teams will track any changes before the planned landing.

Images from 2020 and today show that the closed Serenity Apartments complex has deteriorated, and city officials now call it a nuisance.

Huntsville City FC hosts Chicago Fire II at Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium at 7 p.m. today in the MLS NEXT Pro season’s first meeting between the teams.

A pre-match 5K fun run (starting at 5 p.m. with different ticket packages) offers a chance for fans to join the festivities before kickoff.

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!

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.

Matcha & Bloom Floral Arranging Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Nitro Tales • Coffee + Cocktail Bar — $95 per person — Create a custom floral arrangement while enjoying a crafted matcha beverage.

New Comedy Showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop

7-11 p.m. — Huntsville Levity Live — General admission — Enjoy an entertaining night of laughs with a comedy showcase featuring Good Cop/Rad Cop.

Monster Jam 2026

7 PM — Propst Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling stunts and action-packed excitement with incredible monster trucks.

Monster Jam Huntsville

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Huntsville International Airport — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action and jaw-dropping stunts at this exciting automotive festival.