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Huntsville’s Air Quality
February 21, 2025
AIR QUALITY INDEX, FORECASTS, & INFORMATION FOR HUNTSVILLE
Read MoreCommunity warming center extends hours due to dangerously cold temperatures
February 20, 2025
The Community Warming Center at The Livin’ Room (2820 Governors Drive SW) will extend its hours of operation to 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, as dangerously cold weather continues to impact the area. For more information on The Livin’ Room, call Community Development at 256-427-5400 or email Rosie Veal-Eby, Church of the Nativity, at rvealeby@nativity-hsv.org. Huntsville Transit will provide free rides to and from the warming center. Transit operates Monday through [ more ]
Read MoreAll City roads are open, drivers urged to be aware of slick spots
February 19, 2025
All City roads are open after a blanket of snow fell overnight but Huntsville Police (HPD) still urges drivers to be aware of isolated areas where snow may be lingering on roadways, bridges and overpasses. “Drivers should use caution and watch out for slick spots,” HPD Sgt. Chris Jackson said. “While being on the lookout for those areas, drivers should not otherwise encounter weather-related issues.” Drivers can get updates on local road [ more ]
Read MoreCity Hall to delay opening Wednesday due to potential of wintry weather
February 18, 2025
City Hall will operate on a two-hour delay Wednesday, Feb. 19, due to the threat of wintry weather. City Hall as well as Huntsville Transit, Municipal Court, Animal Services and Parks & Recreation facilities will open at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Huntsville Municipal Court will not have DUI Settlement Court, and subpoenas will be sent with the new court dates. Arraignments will begin when court opens at 10 a.m., followed by Environmental Court [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, community partners to open warming centers with dangerously cold temperatures expected
February 17, 2025
With dangerously cold temperatures expected later this week, the City of Huntsville and other local organizations will open warming centers for the community. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures will drop into the teens overnight Wednesday and Thursday nights. The City is working with local partners to open warming centers at the following locations: Community Warming Center – The Livin’ Room (2820 Governors Drive SW): Open Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 4 p.m. to Friday, Feb. 21, [ more ]
Read MoreCouncil President Meredith available for HOA meetings
February 14, 2025
While Council President John Meredith regularly meets with residents at town hall meetings throughout D5, he’s also available to speak briefly at homeowners association (HOA) meetings. He will be speaking at the MidTown on the Park’s HOA meeting on Feb. 19. Email the Council office or call 256-427-5011 for more information.
Read MoreCatch Up on D5 Highlights
February 14, 2025
Whether it’s road improvements or new businesses, D5 is a fast-growing area of Huntsville. Council President John Meredith compiled all those changes and more data in the District 5 update. The 48-page booklet provides a trove of information about D5 and helps residents stay in the know about development happening in their community.
Read MoreDevelopment Review Shows D5 Housing Increase
February 14, 2025
The City’s annual Development Review revealed that housing inventory continues to grow in D5. In 2024, 2,957 housing units were issued certificates of occupancy (COs) in D5. The boost primarily came in multi-family developments. Altogether, the City set a record with more than 6,000 units receiving COs in 2024. Home sales were up 1.5% in 2024 in D5 with single-family homes selling for an average price of $397,713.
Read MoreJob Well Done During Winter Weather
February 14, 2025
When snow began falling on Jan. 10, the City of Huntsville was ready. The Huntsville-Madison County EMA and public safety departments kept residents informed about the latest changes in weather and road conditions while Public Works mobilized to quickly clear roads to minimize impacts on residents. The teamwork was immediate and efficient and Council President John Meredith praised their efforts for preparation before the snow and then execution of the winter weather [ more ]
Read MoreD5 keeps growing
February 14, 2025
D5 grew by 394.93 acres when the City approved annexation of land at the southeast corner of I-65 and I-565. The landowners intend to construct a planned development with multifamily and single-family housing and commercial opportunities, similar to Village of Providence. The corridor is expected to be developed over the next two decades. The annexation makes Huntsville the 27th-largest city in the nation by land mass.
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