Good morning, Huntsville.

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle will host his annual bike ride on May 3 at 11 a.m. at Big Spring Park.

Riders should check in by 10:30 a.m.—helmets are required and free parking is available at the VBC parking garage entrance on Church Street.

Walmart recalled ready-to-eat celery sticks after a listeria positive test and Frito Lay tortilla chips for undeclared milk while also removing infant swings and portable power banks due to risks of suffocation and fire; the recall affects products sold in Alabama and several other states.

An Elkmont man, Johnathan Etter, was arrested after the body of his missing 18-year-old girlfriend was found on Thursday at his home following a missing person report from her family in Ardmore—he faces charges of abuse of a corpse, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia as investigators continue their search.

UAH reported that federal funding for research hit $154.5 million in Fiscal 2024, and the university spent $639 million on research over five years.

Four UAH programs ranked in the top 10 nationally and the school led Alabama in six federal research spending categories (including NASA and Department of Defense support).

The Huntsville Police Department warned that downtown road closures and altered traffic routes will be in effect ahead of the Panoply Arts Festival at Big Spring Park, which runs April 25-27.

Williams Avenue will close Monday, April 21 at 8 a.m. + Church Street will close Wednesday, April 23 at 12 p.m. + Monroe Street will allow only southbound traffic from April 25-27, with all roads reopening by 5 p.m. on April 28.

The Limestone County Health Department released new health inspection scores for food and lodging establishments inspected from April 7-11, showing results on a 100-point scale—Bento Nouveau Inc in Huntsville earned a perfect score while several sites had critical issues that were cleaned up during follow-ups.

Peter Pan Musical

7:00 p.m. | Mark C. Smith Concert Hall | Tickets available | Experience the magical journey of Peter Pan and the Darling children in this beloved musical.

The R&B Experience

7-10 p.m. — The Note Jazz Lounge — Tickets available — An unforgettable night of smooth vibes and soulful melodies awaits at The R&B Experience Night.

Monster Jam

7 p.m. — Von Braun Center — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of gigantic trucks and breathtaking stunts at Monster Jam.

Escape Into Nature Retreat

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM — Waterfall Yoga Therapy — Ticket required — Immerse yourself in nature and rejuvenate at this tranquil retreat.

Camellia Music & Arts Festival

1:30-8:45 p.m. — The Orion Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate music, art, and Southern culture at this inaugural festival.

Wyatt Flores Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mars Music Hall — $61 each — Grab last-minute tickets to enjoy a night of music with Wyatt Flores in Huntsville.

Jim Parker's Songwriters Series

6:00-7:30 p.m. — VBC Playhouse — $25 — Experience the stories behind hit songs with acclaimed songwriters and soulful performances.

Outdoor Market

11 AM – 4 PM — Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment — Free entry — Explore handmade, second-hand, and locally sourced products at a vibrant outdoor market.

Alabama Plant Show

10 AM – 3 PM — Von Braun Center — $10 cash or $12 credit card — A houseplant lover's paradise with over 100 tables featuring rare and common plants.

Adorama's Public Safety Showcase: Drones & Scuba

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Insanity Complex — Free event — Explore the latest in public safety tech with hands-on demonstrations and expert insights.