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OWAMBE Festival Preview
SUMMARY: The All Things Africa Town organization is hosting the AE Festival, a four-day Black History Month event celebrating African-American history, culture, and art. The festival kicks off tonight with a community forum featuring local leaders discussing economic development, continuing tomorrow at the Mobile Museum of Art with keynote speaker Majora Carter, an author focused on community redevelopment. The main festival event takes place Saturday from 1 to 4 PM, featuring a libation ceremony, poetry, music, art, dancing, and food, highlighting African-American culture. For updates, visit the All Things Africa Town Facebook page.

Jessica Fairley, All Things Africatown
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Artists, tourists try to make the most of shortened Fairhope Arts and Crafts Saturday
SUMMARY: During the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival, artists like Jen Cole expressed relief at the decision to end the event early due to unpredictable mid-March weather, which can be both delightful and dangerous. Many vendors prepared for high winds by using heavy items to secure their tents. Tourists understood the safety measures, having dealt with storms before. Although Saturday was challenging for sales, vendors remained hopeful for better outcomes in the following days. Overall, the festival’s shortened schedule disappointed some but underscored the importance of safety for both artists and visitors.

The festival was limited to a three-hour day Saturday because of the severe weather threat.
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Saturday Morning Weather – 3/15/25
SUMMARY: Today’s weather forecast for Saturday, March 15, 2025, indicates an Impact Day due to severe storms expected this afternoon. Residents should prepare for damaging winds, potential tornadoes, and large hail. After experiencing significant thunderstorms this morning, a clearing is occurring, which could lead to stronger storms later. High temperatures currently in the low 60s are forecasted, with rain expected to continue in Northeast Alabama until 9 AM. Severe thunderstorms will likely intensify after lunchtime, impacting areas across the Tennessee Valley through the evening. It’s crucial to stay updated with weather alerts throughout the day.

Saturday Morning Weather – 3/15/25
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With no storm shelter in Leeds, residents make alternative plans ahead of severe weather outbreak
SUMMARY: Residents of Leeds, Alabama, are concerned about the lack of storm shelters as they face a severe weather threat. Many, including Albert, have been pushing for a shelter for years but have seen no progress. With the city under a level five risk for severe weather, those without access to shelters are frustrated. Some residents, like Dot, have basements for safety, but others, like Patsy, must seek refuge elsewhere. The community fears that if action isn’t taken, lives may be at risk. Dot plans to approach the city council again, urging them to prioritize a storm shelter.

With no storm shelter in Leeds, residents make alternative plans ahead of severe weather outbreak
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