News & Updates
Historic Preservation Commission approves amendments to regulations
March 9, 2021
The Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission (HHPC) voted this week to amend its regulations, a move that should streamline the design review process for historic district residents. The amendments establish a 12-month expiration date for Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) and create an expedited review process for routine maintenance and other minor work. HHPC members unanimously approved the amendments at their March 8 regular meeting. “We believe these amended regulations will improve the application process [ more ]
Read MoreFebruary 2021 – Development Review
March 8, 2021
More industrial projects topped the list of non-residential permits issued in February. Three new apartment projects started last month, causing a substantial increase in housing starts year-over-year. Residential Permits (new construction) in Huntsville city limits: In February, 875 housing units were permitted, 95 single- and 780 multi-family. The top tract for building permits last month was 106.27 (Providence) where 361 units were permitted – 1 single- and 360 multi-family. This is a [ more ]
Read MoreHPD Homicide Arrest
March 8, 2021
Huntsville Police have arrested Bryant Davis, 23, for murder following an incident in a parking lot of a business located at 4896 University Drive on Friday, March 5th. Officers responded to the business around 10:20 p.m. after dispatch received 9-1-1 calls about a cutting. An Officer leaving an extra-duty job in the area quickly responded and located Joshua Bankston, 39, in the parking lot of the business with multiple injuries. HEMSI responded and pronounced [ more ]
Read MoreHPD Homicide Arrest
March 5, 2021
Today, Huntsville Police Major Crimes Unit arrested Shamekia Strickland, 38 years old, for the murder that occurred on Laurelwood Lane on March 3, 2021. Huntsville Police were dispatched to the 5100 block Of Laurelwood Lane for a deceased male. Officers located the victim Jessie Suttle, 76 years old, deceased in his apartment bedroom. Mr. Suttle had sustained multiple injuries from a physical altercation that lead to his death. At that time, [ more ]
Read MoreAdopt a Pet for $5
March 4, 2021
Those who have a home to offer a furry friend can adopt one March 4 – 5 for the low cost of $5. Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering the promotion as part of its Adopt-A-Day sponsorship event. The $5 fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and a City license. Some pets may be exempt from the two-day special. The Adopt-A-Day promotion is [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville’s Kaylei Selko wins state honors in Arbor Day Poster Competition
February 26, 2021
Huntsville’s Kaylei Selko works alongside Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey as they plant a Blue Ice Arizona Cypress tree near the state Capitol. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey joined Goldsmith-Schiffman Elementary School (GSES) fifth-grader Kaylei Selko at the state Capitol in Montgomery Thursday in recognition of her first-place award in the annual Arbor Day Poster Design Contest. In honor of her performance, Ivey helped her plant a Blue Ice Arizona Cypress tree near the [ more ]
Read MoreCity, local schools eye joint North Huntsville redevelopment project
February 25, 2021
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville City Schools Superintendent Christie Finley announced they are working together on a potential relocation site for the school system’s administrative offices. The leaders reviewed plans at their respective City Council and School Board meetings Thursday night. Mayor Tommy Battle said the City has agreed to commit up to $3.5 million toward the purchase of a 14-acre site for a new mixed-use redevelopment project near the [ more ]
Read MoreThis weekend only, bring home a new best friend for $5
February 25, 2021
Looking for a new best friend? Look no further than Huntsville Animal Services (HAS), which will offer a $5 adoption fee on all homeless dogs and cats Feb. 26-27. The $5 fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and a City license. Some pets may be exempt from the two-day special. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. If you’re unable to adopt a [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation Celebrates Black History Month
February 24, 2021
February is Black History Month. As we pay tribute to the many Black citizens who have made a difference in our community, Huntsville Parks & Recreation highlighted four places with ties to our African American community. For our first spotlight, we featured Big Spring Park. In 1880, Huntsville African Baptist Church held its baptisms in what is now Big Spring Park. Named after a large underground Karst spring, referred to by the indigenous [ more ]
Read MoreOutdoor pets at risk in subfreezing conditions
February 16, 2021
When extreme winter weather hits, we often remember to check on family members and homebound residents, but pets are sometimes left out in the cold. For those wondering if this week’s cold weather is too much for outdoor pets to handle, Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard has a simple rule of thumb to remember: “If you’re cold, they’re cold.” This week’s subfreezing temperatures puts outdoor pets at serious risk. Owners [ more ]
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