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There are plenty of events to enjoy this weekend.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — There are plenty of events happening this weekend. Here’s a look at some of the activities going on across the Tennessee Valley!

Huntsville St. Patrick’s Day - The Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to downtown Huntsville on March 14 at 11 a.m. The free event has been a local tradition since 1978.

North Alabama Scottish Festival & Highland Games (Decatur) - The annual event at Point Mallard Park in Decatur will take place March 14-15, featuring clans, food, vendors, live entertainment, and athletes. Hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Historic Gray Cemetery Cleanup & Preservation - Several organizations have teamed up on the America 250 Project to restore Gray Cemetery in Madison and prepare it for Ground Penetrating Radar mapping to locate unmarked graves. The free event on March 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. honors the history and service of those buried there, including Revolutionary War veterans.

Huntsville Comic Convention - The Huntsville Comic Convention returns March 13-14 at Lowe Mill A&E, running 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fans can browse comics, toys, anime items, and more for free, with a $10 parking fee per vehicle.

The Market at MidCity - Huntsville’s market for local farmers, bakers, artisans, and musicians runs March 15 through November 8 at MidCity. The free event is open Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2026 CUSA Men’s & Women’s Basketball Championships - Conference USA and the city of Huntsville are hosting the 2026 Conference USA Basketball Championships March 10-14 at VBC Propst Arena. Men’s and women’s teams will compete for CUSA titles and an automatic NCAA tournament bid.

St. Patrick's Day Party at The Electric Belle - The Electric Belle at Stovehouse will host a laid-back St. Patrick’s Day Party on March 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. The free, all-ages event features live music, festive drink specials, and plenty of room to celebrate.

Community Helicopter Egg Drop (Scottsboro) - The 3rd annual Community Helicopter Egg Drop will take place at Bynum Soccer Fields in Scottsboro on March 14 at 10 a.m. Kids up to 12 can hunt 20,000 toy-filled eggs once the drop is complete; no candy will be included this year.

Spring Craft Fair (Athens) - A free event will be held at the Athens-Limestone County Public Library on March 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Kids Weekend at Bass Pro Shops - Young anglers can improve their casting skills and enjoy free activities and crafts at Bass Pro Shop in Huntsville on March 14-15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Expert Outfitters will guide participants to help set them up for success.

Harrison Brothers Hardware “Pi Day” Celebration - Food Network author Martie Duncan will host a book signing at Harrison Brothers Hardware on March 14 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. The free event includes pie and latte samples from Greenwyche Goods and Bus Stop Coffee, plus a pop-up shop with baked goods.

Easter / Spring Rummage Sale (Decatur) - A free community sale featuring Easter decor, gardening and craft supplies, jewelry, books, furniture, home goods, toys, and more will be held March 13 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Committee on Church Cooperation.

Hopewell Day Tour (Arab) - Visitors can explore the area on March 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoying local farms and shopping from a variety of vendors.

Cruise-In to Village Green Car Meet - Car enthusiasts can enjoy a mix of classic and modern vehicles at Clift Farm during a series of free events from March through November. The gatherings run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on select Saturdays.

Events may change or be canceled. Please check with the event organizers before you go.

Huntsville, Alabama – Strong thunderstorms could move across northern Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee this afternoon, bringing damaging winds and hail.

According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a medium chance of severe storms is expected to develop across the Tennessee Valley between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. Friday. Storms may organize into clusters capable of producing wind gusts of 60 mph or greater, which can down tree limbs, damage power lines, and cause scattered outages.

Forecasters also warn that hail around 1 inch in diameter is possible in stronger storms. While the overall confidence is lower, the weather service says a tornado or two cannot be ruled out if storms intensify during the evening hours.

Timing will vary across the region. Western areas near Florence and Russellville could begin seeing storms as early as 2 p.m., while the threat may reach Huntsville and Cullman between roughly 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Farther east, including Fort Payne and Stevenson, storms could continue into the 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. timeframe.

Meteorologists say residents should prepare now in case warnings are issued later today. That includes knowing where to seek shelter, ensuring weather alerts are enabled on mobile devices, and monitoring reliable forecast updates.

The storms are expected to move through the Tennessee Valley during the late afternoon and evening hours before gradually weakening overnight.

For commuters, storms during the late-day drive could bring sudden downpours and gusty winds that reduce visibility and create hazardous travel conditions.

The National Weather Service encourages residents across the region to stay weather aware throughout the afternoon and evening as conditions evolve.

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Motorists hoping for relief to the congestion of U.S. 72 through Huntsville and Madison are going to have to wait a few years.

Relief for motorists commuting on Interstate 565 is coming, but bridge work may cause some interruptions in the coming weeks, according to the latest Alabama Department of Transportation report to the Huntsville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.

According to the Feb. 11 ALDOT report, there are more than $386 million in projects in the Huntsville metro area. The number does not include the Resolute Way interchange project approved last year by the Huntsville City Council.

The most expensive project on the list is the U.S. 72 widening from Providence Main and County Line Road. The estimated cost of the project, which will be built in three phases, is now up to $92.2 million.

But dirt is not expected to move in the $18 million first phase of the project until Fiscal 2027. The first phase runs from Providence Main to Huntsville Memorial Gardens and includes bridge work. Plans for the phase are 90% complete, but ALDOT is addressing comments about components of the environmental assessment.

Construction of the $36 million second phase from Huntsville Memorial Gardens to Walnut Street is not expected to start until Fiscal 2029. The review of the plans is 30% complete.

Construction on the $38.2 million third phase from Walnut Street to County Line Road is not expected to begin until Fiscal 2030. Preliminary engineering for the phase is expected to start this fiscal year.

The highway is one of the most traveled, with 128,657 motorists per day west of Research Park Boulevard into Madison.

I-565 project

The $41.8 million widening of I-565 from Wall Triana Highway to County Line Road is expected to be completed this year. It is about 30% complete. The bridge contractor is working on bridges over Bradford Creek, which is causing some delays.

The contractor is working from west to east on project.

Northern Bypass project

The $43 million Northern Bypass project from Pulaski Pike to North Memorial Parkway is also expected to be complete this year, relieving congestion on the Parkway by motorists commuting from southern Tennessee, northern Madison County and north Huntsville to employers on Research Park Boulevard and off I-565 in west Huntsville.

The intersection at the bypass with Memorial Parkway is now open and spurring development, with construction about to start on the $240 million North Village Town Center that will include a Target Superstore and Home Depot.

The project is 70% complete. The utility work is nearing completion with the contractor working from east to west. Grading work and drainage structure construction continues.

There are plans in the future to expand the Northern Bypass to U.S. 72 East, Urban and Economic Development Director Shane Davis said last summer.

Martin Road project

The second phase of the $65 million Martin Road project between Zierdt Road and Laracy Drive is 65% complete. Bridge construction is underway and is 75% complete. Paving is underway east of the bridge. Base, curb and gutter are being placed west of the bridge.

North Parkway at Mastin Lake Road project

Construction on the $44.2 million project is 66% complete. The contractor is working on the southern approach and the bridge structure.

The improvements from Sparkman Drive to Winchester Road include overpass construction at Mastin Lake Road and access improvements to Winchester Road. The work has been causing delays on North Parkway.

U.S. 231 Access Management project

The $15 million access management project on U.S. 231 between Weatherly Road and Hobbs Road is expected to start in Fiscal 2027. Plans are 85% complete. Rights-of-way acquisition expected to begin soon.

Winchester Road project

The $28 million Winchester Road project from Dominion Circle to Naugher Road is expected to start this fiscal year. Plans are 90% complete. Rights-of way acquisition is ongoing. Utility relocation design work is underway

Alabama 53 project

Bids were received on Jan. 30 for the $10 million project from Taurus Drive to Harvest Road.

Jeff Road project

Plans are 85% complete for the $13.5 million Jeff Road project that includes additional lanes from south of Capshaw Road to north of Douglas Road. The environmental assessment document has also been approved.

Rights-of-way acquisition is expected to begin this fiscal year. Construction is expected to start in Fiscal 2027.

Blake Bottom Road project

The $20.8 million Blake Bottom Road project is expected to begin this fiscal year. The project consists of widening the road from Jeff Road to SR Alabama 255. Utility work is underway.

Arsenal East Connector

Preliminary engineering is underway for the $30 million Arsenal East Connector project, which Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle lists as a top priority. Construction is expected to start in Fiscal 2028.

The connector would run from Bob Wallace Avenue near I 565 connecting Patton Road near Goss Road to Gate 10 at the arsenal.

I-565/Memorial Parkway Interchange

ALDOT is constructing the traffic microsimulation model for the interchange modification study at an estimated cost of $1.5 million. No price tag has been placed on such a project, which could run in hundreds of millions of dollars.

Not included in the report is the I-565 Resolute Way interchange project. The City Council in November approved a funding agreement with ALDOT that provides $11.5 million for the Resolute Way project, which includes $2.3 million from the city, with the remaining funds coming from the MPO for regionally significant projects in the area.

The contract the council approved was not actually for the bridge that will be across I-565, That will come as part of phase two of the project, which will likely be presented before the Huntsville Area MPO sometime this year.

Phase one consists of two miles of roadway improvements between I-565 and Redstone Gateway.

Phase two would be the actual connector bridge north and south across I-565 that would link Resolute Way to Governors West. City officials have estimated the complete project would cost about $60 million.