Good morning, Huntsville.

Monday, AMLA donated three wheelchairs and two pairs of Meta Smart Glasses to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center — funded by a grant from the Mountains, Rivers and Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council to enhance accessibility for visitors.

Valley Conservatory will open its new recording studio on April 19 from noon to 6 p.m. at 5732 U.S. Highway 431 South in Brownsboro.

The 1,800 sqft facility in Hampton Cove will feature a ribbon cutting, workshops, and family fun, with control room dedicated to David Gallaher (Microwave Dave).

Kara Jones, a Calhoun Community College student, created the 'Supporting Moms, Supporting Students' scholarship to help young mothers earn a full semester.

She started fundraising with bake auctions and community partners at the Huntsville Pregnancy Resource Center, and the first award will be given in 2027 (further expansion is planned).

A federal judge partially released Huntsville City Schools from a 60—year—old desegregation order today, easing federal oversight and marking a significant step in a historic civil rights case.

The ruling may set the stage for new district policies.

India's Consul General Shri Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan said local companies can explore new ties with India's tech, aerospace, defense, and life sciences sectors during a Thursday roundtable hosted by the North Alabama International Trade Association (NAITA and the University of Alabama in Huntsville I2C).

The Better Business Bureau warns that a passport renewal scam is targeting travelers in North Alabama; a man lost $160 on a fake PDF form, and officials urge users to rely on official .gov sites + verify details before paying any fees.

The Huntsville City Council approved a $25,000 contract with ParkZen to launch a smart-parking app that provides real-time parking data in six garages and four surface lots downtown—residents can download it to ease parking headaches later in summer.

Madison City Council approved a tax break worth up to $1M for Slick City Action Park; the break will take effect once the park is operational.

Local leaders say the move will boost revenue in the community.

Healthy Huntsville is hosting Fitness in the Park with free classes like dance, Pilates, yoga and more starting Saturday, May 2 at Big Spring Park West (9-10 a.m.).

The series runs on Saturdays in May and June and is open to those 16 and older (minors need an adult).

Trevor Denton of WAAY 31 was named the 2026 Alabama Sports Personality of the Year by the Alabama Broadcasters Association at the ABBY awards last Saturday — he appears on the station every weekend at 10 p.m.

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.

Forever K-Pop Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mark C. Smith Concert Hall — Tickets from $63 — Experience an electrifying evening of K-Pop music and culture live in Huntsville.

Rocket City Market

9 AM – 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover vintage finds and handmade goods at Huntsville’s vibrant outdoor market.