🌱 Changes In Madison Water Department + Shooting Baskets For A Cause

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Now, your local weather:

• Saturday: Windy; a morning thunderstorm. High: 74 Low: 38.
• Sunday: Partly sunny. High: 66 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories in Huntsville today:

1. The Madison County Water Department has announced that it will bring its customer service, billing, and meter reading operations in-house, rather than outsourcing them to a third-party provider. The move is intended to improve communication with customers, provide more accurate billing, and reduce costs. The department plans to hire additional staff to handle the new responsibilities and hopes to have the transition completed by the end of the year. (WZDX)
2. The eastbound lanes of Interstate 565 near Exit 3 in Huntsville have reopened following a multi-vehicle accident Thursday. The accident involved at least three vehicles; one person was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the accident is still under investigation. (WAFF)
3. The Huntsville Inner City Learning Center is hosting a fundraising event called "Shooting Hoops to Support Students" to raise money for educational programs and resources for inner-city students. The event will take place on Apr. 6 and will feature a basketball tournament, a three-point shooting contest, and a silent auction. The center provides after-school programs and educational resources to children in low-income neighborhoods. The fundraiser aims to raise $20,000 to support the center's programs and services. (WAFF)

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Today in Huntsville:

• District 1 Cleanup Day - Richard Showers Center (8:00 AM)
• Shop Black Fest - Butler Green Space Campus 805 (12:00 PM)
• Parent's Night Out - 7920 Charlotte Dr. SW (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Greater Huntsville Humane Society has a friendly cat named Diamond looking for a home. Call the shelter or come visit if you’re looking to add a new member to your family. (Greater Huntsville Humane Society (GHHS) via Facebook)
• Flags will be lowered to half-staff on Monday, Apr. 3 to honor fallen Huntsville Police Officer Garret Crumby. Officer Crumby tragically lost his life Mar. 28 in the line of duty. (City of Huntsville, Alabama - Government via Facebook)
• The Little Green Store is celebrating local artist Katrina Weber. Join the store in honoring her work by attending an artist reception on Apr. 6 from 5-8 p.m. (Arts Huntsville via Facebook)

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• Parent's Night Out (April 1)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.