News & Updates
State of the City: Mayor Battle highlights building for the future in annual address
November 29, 2022
After a year of national accolades and historic growth, Mayor Tommy Battle outlined Huntsville’s forward-looking approach Tuesday during his annual State of the City address at the Von Braun Center. It was Mayor Battle’s 14th address since being elected in 2008. The sold-out gathering was hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber and is the group’s largest annual event. The theme of Mayor Battle’s address was Quality of Life Infrastructure. He explained that [ more ]
Read MoreJoin City of Huntsville, Land Trust of North Alabama for greenway public input sessions
November 22, 2022
Want to weigh in on the future of Huntsville’s greenway network? Then mark your calendar for the City of Huntsville and Land Trust of North Alabama’s public input meetings Nov. 28-30. The Land Trust and City’s Planning Department will hold a series of evening forums to engage the public on the Greenway Master Plan. The goal of the open-house events is to review past progress and plan the next five years [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed Nov. 24-25 for Thanksgiving
November 22, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will be closed Nov. 24-25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The following services will be affected: Garbage Collection: Thursday’s residential curbside collection will be picked up on Friday, Nov. 25. Residents should leave cans at the curb until they are collected. Public Transit: There will be no Orbit fixed-route or Access paratransit service Nov. 24. Service will resume Nov. 25. Parks & Recreation: Recreation centers and facilities will be closed Nov. [ more ]
Read MoreIt’s a ‘cat’-astrophe! Feline population at Huntsville shelter hits peak
November 17, 2022
Huntsville Animal Services has too many cats and is taking measures to curb the flow of felines into the shelter. The shelter has temporarily stopped accepting cats and kittens, dropped adoption fees for adult cats and reduced the cost to adopt kittens through Monday, Dec. 5. Animal Services has been overcrowded with cats and kittens since June, and the effects of long-term shelter life can be seen in the eyes of the [ more ]
Read MoreAdd some sparkle to the season with Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s winter guide
November 16, 2022
The days are getting shorter, but Huntsville Parks & Recreation wants to help you make the most of every minute. The 2022 Winter Program Guide is filled with activities from art to athletics, fitness to fun. It’s a great way to stay connected and active during the winter months. With more than 100 programs to choose from, most of them free, there’s something for every age, ability and interest. Learn the [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Tommy Battle appoints three new City department heads
November 15, 2022
Mayor Tommy Battle is appointing three new department heads to his administrative team for the City’s police, traffic engineering and cemetery departments. Each appointee has been working in their respective role in an interim capacity and will officially become directors of their departments pending Council approval, which is now scheduled for the Dec. 1 regular council meeting. Mayor Battle’s appointments include: Kirk Giles – Chief of Huntsville Police Department Nicholas Nene – Director of [ more ]
Read MoreMake the holiday season a healthy one, take the ‘Maintain, Don’t Gain’ challenge
November 14, 2022
For many, the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. However, the period between Thanksgiving and the new year can also be difficult for those trying to maintain healthy habits. Holiday parties, large family meals, and the general busyness of the season, often combine to put self-care on the back burner. Enter “Maintain, Don’t Gain,” the annual challenge sponsored by the City of Huntsville and Huntsville Hospital Health System. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit seeks feedback at community outreach meetings
November 10, 2022
Do you have an opinion on public transportation in Huntsville? If so, Huntsville Transit officials want to hear from you. Four community outreach meetings will be held Nov. 15-16 to solicit feedback from residents about Huntsville Transit’s challenges or successes. The meetings represent a final feedback opportunity as officials work toward an updated Transit Improvement Plan. Four meetings were held in September, at which riders expressed an interest in Sunday service, more [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville municipal offices closed for Veterans Day
November 9, 2022
City of Huntsville municipal offices, including Municipal Court, will close Friday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14. Garbage Collection: Residential service will not be affected. Animal Services: Closed Friday but will reopen Saturday. Public Transit: Orbit and Access routes will not run Friday. Saturday service will run as normal. Parks & Recreation: All facilities closed Friday but will reopen Saturday. Public Safety: Essential police and fire personnel will remain [ more ]
Read MoreRoad Closures: Veterans Day Parade
November 8, 2022
Motorists are reminded to expect traffic delays in downtown Huntsville on Friday, November 11 for the Veterans Day Parade. Road closures will begin as early as 7 a.m. in the downtown area. The parade held in downtown Huntsville begins at Lot K on Clinton Ave. and ends at the Lumberyard on Meridian Street. All other impacted intersections and streets will be closed in phases beginning at 8 a.m. Motorists are asked to [ more ]
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