Good morning, Huntsville.

On April 17, The Catalyst Center hosted Lady Vowell Smith at its Strong Coffee Strong Women series—she explained how her independent bookstore turned from a mobile service into a thriving brick-and-mortar shop to inspire local entrepreneurs.

A Huntsville man was arrested Tuesday after shooting into an apartment on the 4300 block of Patton Road nearly 11 p.m. – he faces charges for discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling and being a person prohibited from possessing a firearm, with no injuries reported.

On April 21, a routine traffic stop near Hilltop Terrace and Summerhill Drive turned into a full-scale narcotics investigation when officers recovered over four ounces of fentanyl, counterfeit pills, and other illegal drugs and arrested 31-year-old Tavias Lavon Drake on charges of drug trafficking and possession — he was booked with bonds of $1.5 million for the trafficking charge and $10,000 for the additional charges as the investigation continues.

Huntsville police arrested David Lee Johnson and Brenda Jean Lucas on April 18 for allegedly trafficking 45 pounds of marijuana in Athens—authorities say the investigation is ongoing.

Federal student loan borrowers in default will resume making payments starting May 5 as the Department of Education ends a five-year pause on collections.

Local counselor Andrew Pentis urges borrowers to contact their loan servicers soon to avoid wage garnishment or offsets to refunds.

FBI Director Kash Patel visited Redstone Arsenal on Wednesday with Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville as he toured the facility.

He said the FBI will add 500 full-time employees in Huntsville by year's end—highlighting the facility's unmatched role and plans for more buildings soon.

Willow Dobbins, a 5-year-old girl from Moulton, beat cancer and lost part of her arm in a lawn mowing accident — she now aims to play softball again as she works to overcome her challenges.

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.

Montgomery Biscuits vs. Rocket City Trash Pandas

11:05 a.m. — Toyota Field — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between the Montgomery Biscuits and the Rocket City Trash Pandas.

Acres Live Performance

7-10:30 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Cost info not specified — Experience the blistering passion of Acres' live songs in an electrifying atmosphere.