News & Updates
Proclaiming October 13 as WLRH DAY
October 12, 2016
Mayor Tommy Battle will present a proclamation Thursday morning, Oct. 13, to local radio station WLRH for its 40 years of service to our community. WLRH, 89.3 FM, is Huntsville’s only National Public Radio-affiliated station. “WLRH’s commitment to local artists, news and commentary, public service announcements, and its focus on Huntsville’s culture has made us a little smarter and a little intellectually richer,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “We are honored to [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle Delivers his 9th State of the City address
October 12, 2016
“Smart. Innovative. Collaborative.” That was the message Mayor Tommy Battle drove home during his annual State of the City address to a luncheon crowd of 1,000 at the Von Braun Center. The Mayor highlighted Huntsville’s accomplishments during his first two terms in office, and noted the City created 16,000 new jobs and $2 billion in capital investment in the past five years alone. These impressive figures are reflected in Huntsville’s low [ more ]
Read MoreInsights into HPD with Chief Mark McMurray
October 12, 2016
One year in – a conversation with Police Chief Mark McMurray
Read MoreMayor Battle Presents 2016 State of the City Address on Oct. 12
October 11, 2016
Mayor Tommy Battle will present his annual State of the City address at a luncheon hosted by the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County on Wednesday, Oct. 12, at noon, in the Von Braun Center North Hall. The Mayor’s speech will focus on the City’s priorities to bring more jobs to the community through a focus on economic development, infrastructure (roads, utilities and fiber for GIG), education, and quality of life. The [ more ]
Read MoreAT&T Announces Fiber Network for Huntsville
October 11, 2016
Huntsville is becoming an even bigger GIG City with the announcement today of another fiber provider. AT&T has launched an ultra-fast internet service in parts of the greater Huntsville area that connects eligible homes, apartments and small business locations to a 1 gigabit internet connection. The AT&T announcement means Huntsville citizens will have high speed broadband options from four providers – AT&T, Comcast, Google Fiber, and Southern Light. “Huntsville is home to some of our [ more ]
Read MoreBenaroya Lane Extension Connects South Huntsville Businesses Amidst Construction
October 11, 2016
Council Member Jennie Robinson, business representatives, and the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) gathered today to officially celebrate the opening of Benaroya Lane at Martin Road- a key connector road in the South Parkway Overpass “Restore Our Roads” initiative. Benaroya Lane now connects Martin Road to Byrd Spring Road, and is an important entrance for Redstone Arsenal employees into Main Street South, Office Park South, and the hotels, restaurants and businesses in [ more ]
Read MoreMan Dies in Saturday Night Traffic Accident
October 10, 2016
The Huntsville Police Department is investigating a one-car accident that happened Saturday night in the 1400 block of Bob Wade Lane. Bryan Simpson, a 39 year old man from Harvest, died at the scene. Officers responded to the accident around 10:15 p.m. Saturday night. There was only one car involved and Mr. Simpson was the only occupant.
Read MoreSweet October Pet Adoptions at Huntsville Animal Services
October 9, 2016
We’re celebrating Halloween all month at Huntsville Animal Services with sweet deals on our loving dogs and cats patiently awaiting a new home. From now through Oct. 31, adult dogs over 40 pounds are adoptable for $10, and adult cats and kittens for $9, for citizens who qualify. The special adoption fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter, microchip and city license. If you’re uncertain about pet ownership, please ask about the Foster-To-Adopt program. As part [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police Investigating Overnight Shooting
October 7, 2016
The Huntsville Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened overnight in the 2800 block of North Memorial Parkway. Around 1:15 a.m. this morning an officer attempted to stop a speeding car in the area of Memorial Parkway and University Drive. The car stopped at the intersection of Governors Drive and Memorial Parkway and a 20 year old passenger got out saying he had been shot. He was transported by ambulance [ more ]
Read MoreAlabama A&M Homecoming Parade
October 6, 2016
The Alabama A&M University Homecoming Parade will be Saturday October 8. Several streets in the downtown area will be closed for the parade from 9:00 a.m.to 11:30 a.m. Motorists in the area should expect detours and traffic delays as well as large amounts of pedestrian traffic. Use caution if traveling in the area. Parade Route: The parade will begin in Lot K on Clinton Avenue West on Clinton Avenue to north on [ more ]
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