News & Updates
New sidewalks get funding boost in City’s 2025 budget
September 30, 2024
The City’s budget for the 2025 fiscal year bolsters funding for more sidewalk construction, a response to a popular neighborhood enhancement residents frequently request. Plans call for 15 projects totaling 3.2 miles of new sidewalk throughout the City. The budget increases funding by 12.5% for sidewalk construction. “Providing more money for sidewalk construction is something we’re excited to include in this budget,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. “Sidewalks bond our neighborhoods and communities, [ more ]
Read MoreOld Huntsville City Hall items being sold through online auction
September 30, 2024
If you’re in the market for gently used office furniture, filing cabinets or appliances, here’s your chance. The City of Huntsville is partnering with Fowler Auction & Real Estate Service Inc. to sell items from the old City Hall and Public Service Building, respectively, located at 308 Fountain Circle and 320 Fountain Circle. City Hall items are available for bidding until today at 7 p.m., while bidding for Public Service Building items [ more ]
Read MoreParks & Recreation’s Fall for All canceled
September 28, 2024
UPDATE: This event is canceled due to unfavorable park conditions. Try your luck on a mechanical bull or give pumpkin bowling your best shot at Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Fall for All. The annual celebration of the fall season is Saturday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to noon in Big Spring Park East. The event is free; food vendors will have concessions available for purchase. Attendees can also enjoy live music from The [ more ]
Read MoreHappening at Hays: The hidden joys of horseback riding
September 27, 2024
Hays Nature Preserve provides a beautiful setting for exploring nature on horseback along 10 miles of trails specifically for horseback riding. The trails have undergone extensive clear out recently but be mindful of any flood debris on the trails as this work nears completion. Be sure to follow trail etiquette on your ride: Yield to hikers, keep a safe distance from wildlife and respect the natural environment Plan your ride to ensure you [ more ]
Read MoreGreen Team celebrates growth of Adopt-A-Spot program
September 27, 2024
Green Team wants to give a big welcome to all our newest Adopt-A-Spot teams! Thank you for being a huge part of making a #LitterFreeHSV. Here are some of our new Adopt-A-Spot partners and the areas they have pledged to keep clean: Barge Design Solutions: 1st Avenue from Bob Wallace Avenue to Governors Drive Huntsville Sports Commission: 1st Avenue from Ivy Avenue to Bob Wallace Avenue Judy Sullivan: Martin Road Southeast Slayden: Moores Mill Road [ more ]
Read MoreDo you know which pumpkins are best for which occasion?
September 27, 2024
Pumpkin displays usually means cooler weather and the arrival of fall. Pumpkins have many uses and there are different types of pumpkins for those uses. Do you want to use your pumpkin for carving, cooking or seasonal display? Rest assured, there’s a pumpkin for that. Carving pumpkins have thinner walls and are easier to slice into. They can be any shape, but a flat bottom will ensure it doesn’t roll off the [ more ]
Read MoreZero Waste Week highlights need for sustainability
September 27, 2024
September kicked off with Zero Waste Week and it’s always good to think about maintaining a sustainable lifestyle year-round. Here are some tips to get started: Keep reusable bags in your car to avoid using plastic bags that end up in the trash Think about replacing single-use everyday items such as plastic straws and utensils as well as water bottles with reusable alternatives. Don’t forget about using disposable bags when packing lunches, [ more ]
Read MoreHuge volunteer turnout at Hillendale cleanup makes impact in eliminating litter
September 27, 2024
Huntsville’s efforts to eliminate litter received a tremendous boost from more than 100 volunteers during a Sept. 21 cleanup at Hillendale Park and along the Holmes Avenue corridor. The local community cleanup event was part of National Cleanup Day, which included activities in all 50 states that brings together more than two million volunteers. It’s the largest single-day cleanup in the United States. In Huntsville, 142 volunteers joined together to collect 226 [ more ]
Read MoreHazards at home: There is a safe, simple way to dispose of hazardous waste
September 27, 2024
There is probably hazardous waste in your home, items you may not even think about that fall under that classification. It can be everyday items like TVs or cell phones, batteries, paints, weed killers. Because such items may include hazardous materials, they should not be disposed of with your regular garbage collection. There is, however, a simple way to get rid of those unwanted items. The City’s Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) [ more ]
Read MoreCouncil approves $330 million municipal budget for FY25
September 26, 2024
The Huntsville City Council approved a balanced $328,166,362 operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 at a Sept. 26 meeting. The budget, proposed by Mayor Tommy Battle, included two amendments. Council voted to increase its discretionary fund from $375,000 to $500,000 and to contribute $150,000 to the Food Bank of North Alabama to offset expenses incurred for its new building campaign. To cover the increase and remain within a balanced budget, the [ more ]
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