Category: District 3
City of Huntsville to transform former armory into community center
July 15, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s efforts to provide more recreation offerings at John Hunt Park will soon include a new community center geared toward the senior population. The old National Guard Armory near John Hunt Park in Huntsville has been closed since 2017. It will be renovated and transformed into the Raymond W. Jones Community Center. The City Council voted Thursday to approve a contract with Lee Builders to transform a former National [ more ]
Read MorePain at the pump? City of Huntsville officials urge residents to ‘Try Transit’
July 11, 2022
Huntsville commuters have struggled with higher costs this summer as fuel prices reached record highs. Though the average price in Huntsville is just shy of $4 per gallon, many drivers are still paying nearly $50 to fill up, depending on the size of their gas tanks. To that end, City of Huntsville officials are urging drivers to “Dump the Pump & Try Transit.” Huntsville’s Parking and Public Transportation Department operates Orbit, [ more ]
Read More#GoPlayHSV: City of Huntsville to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month in July
July 1, 2022
The City of Huntsville invites the community to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month by participating in free, family-friendly activities or simply visiting a park, recreation center or athletic facility. Recognized every July since 1985, the observance emphasizes the importance of parks and recreation professionals in building strong, vibrant and resilient communities. “Parks and Recreation Month is a great time to highlight our excellent parks and recreation facilities, while also honoring our [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Public Works experiences bulk collection delays
June 29, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Department thanks residents for their patience as crews work to catch up on bulk waste collection. Public Works Director Chris McNeese said workers are seeing higher-than-normal volumes of bulk items left at curbsides as residents work on home and garden projects. The department is also operating with fewer collection vehicles because supply chain issues have impacted the City’s ability to receive parts necessary to make [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Finance Director paints positive picture of TIF performance
June 24, 2022
A key tool used to improve infrastructure and development of industrial sites continues to show positive dividends as City leaders look to the future. An aerial view of Huntsville’s western industrial corridor. Tax increment finance districts, or TIFs, have helped the City lure industry as well as improve public infrastructure. Finance Director Penny Smith said Huntsville tax increment finance districts, or TIFs, have contributed directly to continued growth and public improvements. TIFs [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Office to host Quarterly Music Meetup, announce new initiative
June 17, 2022
North Alabama music lovers are invited to connect with fellow fans and musicians and get more involved with Huntsville’s music scene at the next HSV Quarterly Music Meetup on Thursday, June 23. The event will run from 6-8:30 p.m. at The Orion Amphitheater at MidCity District. Musicians and curators from Blast Music, a free streaming platform from the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library (HMCPL) featuring local artists, and members of the Huntsville [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close Monday for Juneteenth
June 15, 2022
Most City of Huntsville employees will enjoy a day off Monday, June 20, to celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day. All municipal offices will close Monday, including Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 21. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of June 20-24. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities [ more ]
Read MoreCelebrate National Best Friends Day with a new BFF from Huntsville Animal Services
June 3, 2022
As the old saying goes, “A good friend knows all your best stories, but a best friend has lived them with you.” Fortunately, finding a loyal and enthusiastic best friend is as easy as visiting Huntsville Animal Services (HAS). June 8 is National Best Friends Day and HAS is celebrating with $10 adoption fees for most dogs through June 12. The number of dogs at the shelter has swelled and HAS [ more ]
Read MoreGet ready for ‘reel’ fun, as Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo returns to Brahan Spring Park
June 3, 2022
For more than 35 years, the City of Huntsville Parks and Recreation Department has helped introduce children to the joy of fishing. This year is no exception. On Saturday, June 4, the Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo returns to Brahan Spring Park North Lagoon. Whether it’s your child’s first time to fish or they’re a practiced hand at casting a line, this free event, for ages 6-12, is fun for the whole family. With [ more ]
Read MoreHow sweet the sound! Lineup announced for Jazz in the Park
May 31, 2022
It’s been two years since jazz lovers gathered for the popular Jazz in the Park-Huntsville concert series, but organizers hope a return of live audiences and a slate of all-star performers will make this year’s event bigger and better than ever. Kenny Anderson, Director of the City’s Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ODEI), talks to the media about Jazz in the Park-Huntsville. Jazz in the Park events in 2020 and 2021 [ more ]
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