🌱 OSHA Investigating Amazon Center Fires + Microwave Dave Day 2022

Hey, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Huntsville Daily. Let's get this Wednesday started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things happening in town these days. Today we'll cover these stories and more...

• Huntsville is starting the process to participate in Alabama's new medical cannabis program
• OSHA is investigating the fires a the Amazon Fulfillment Center
• Microwave Dave Day 2022

But first, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 78 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories in Huntsville today:

1. The City of Huntsville has started the process of participating in the state’s new medical cannabis program. An ordinance that would authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites to operate in Huntsville by zoning is set to be introduced to the city council at tomorrow’s meeting. If it is approved in two weeks, a zoning plan will then be finalized and any changes necessary will be made. (WAFF)
2. OSHA is now investigating the two fires that occurred at the Huntsville Amazon Fulfillment Center. No comment has been made on the investigation yet, but I’ll keep you updated as more comes in. (AL.com)
3. Microwave Dave Day 2022 is this Sunday! There are incredible musicians in the lineup on all three stages, but the event is free to the public. Make sure to donate if you are able so you can support music education. (Microwave Dave Day)
4. UAH has announced the launch of a new 'Inclusive Excellence Certificate Program' through the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The new program will be online and at no cost to the UAH community, and if it is finished within the 10 month timeline, they will earn a certificate. (WZDX)

Today in Huntsville:

• Huntsville Botanical Garden Membership Appreciation Cookout (11:00 AM)
• Drink Exchange at the Electric Belle (5:00 PM)
• Game of Thrones Trivia at The Camp (6:00 PM)
• Venardos Circus at MidCity (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Galaxy of Lights 2022 tickets are on sale to the public now! (Details)
• Congrats to the cast of Theatre Huntsville’s production of “Clue!” (Details)
• There will be a tribute concert for Aretha Franklin tomorrow night at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall! (Details)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll see you around.

— Amy Young

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