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This has been the week that wouldn't end for us, so I'm not able to do a full video today. Don't worry though, we have a short list of all the great stuff happening this week and are looking forward to next weekend with the return of First Friday and kicking off the summer in full!

We're kicking off Memorial Day weekend in a big way around Etowah County and we’ve got plenty of local events on this week’s Mountain Lakes Telegraph! ☀️ From wine nights, bingo, wrestling, trivia, and live music to reptiles, crawfish, Memorial Day celebrations, and one of the area’s biggest concerts and riverfront parties, there’s something happening almost every day this week. Thank you for joining us as we spotlight great ways to get out, have fun, and support local businesses and community events all across the Gadsden area!

School is wrapping up and summer is officially starting to kick off here in Etowah County! ☀️ This week’s Mountain Lakes Telegraph is packed with fun events happening all across the area, from live music, theatre, wrestling, wine tastings, bingo nights, community markets, fly fishing, and even the Strawberry Festival. Whether you’re looking for a family outing, a date night, or just something fun to do now that the kids are out of school, there’s a little bit of everything happening around Gadsden and the surrounding communities this week. Join us as we take a look at some of the best local events and ways to support our amazing small businesses this summer season!

Good Friday, Gadsden and all across Etowah County! Welcome back to another episode of the Mountain Lakes Telegraph—your weekly look at what’s happening right here in our backyard.

And if you’ve stepped outside today, you already know… we are in that *perfect* Alabama window ☀️ Comfortable temps, a little breeze, and just enough sunshine to remind you this is the time of year to get out and enjoy everything going on locally.

Now before we get into all the hometown events, let’s talk about the big one—Talladega 🏁 It’s race weekend, and you can feel it everywhere. Whether you’re headed down there or just enjoying the energy from here, this is one of those weekends where Alabama really shows out.

But don’t overlook what’s happening right here at home—we’ve got a lot going on.

This weekend is packed with activity, including a huge food and culture festival in town with dozens of food trucks, vendors, and plenty to see and do 🍔🎶 It’s one of those events where you can just show up and spend a few hours walking around, eating way too much, and running into people you know.

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed, downtown is still buzzing with those springtime walking tours and local gatherings—great way to slow things down and take in the history and charm of Gadsden 🚶‍♂️

And as we head toward the end of April, things don’t let up. There’s live music popping up all over the place, community events, outdoor activities, and plenty of reasons to get out—especially with places like Noccalula Falls really starting to shine this time of year 🌄

That’s what this show is all about—making sure you don’t miss what’s happening right here in your own community.

So whether you’re headed to Talladega, checking out something local, or just looking for an excuse to get out of the house—we’ve got you covered.

Let’s get into it.

Join us this week for another episode of the Mountain Lakes Telegraph as we take a look at everything happening around Gadsden and Etowah County as spring really starts to hit its stride.

We’ve got a great stretch of weather for getting out and enjoying it. Warm temperatures and sunshine are sticking around through Saturday, which lines up perfectly for a lot of outdoor events. Things cool off a bit on Sunday with a breeze, then settle into that classic Alabama spring pattern—comfortable days, mild evenings, and just a slight chance of rain creeping in later next week.

And there’s no shortage of things to do. We’ll be talking about events happening all across the area, including outdoor favorites like fly fishing at Black Creek and the Spring Lantern Festival out at Noccalula Falls. You’ve also got the Alabama Bass Trail tournament at Coosa Landing, local car shows, and community events happening throughout the weekend.

If you’re looking for something a little more laid back, the free downtown walking tours continue this Saturday and every weekend through April—perfect way to enjoy the weather and explore downtown Gadsden.

We’ll also be teasing a few more events coming up through April 25th, so we’ve got you covered.