News & Updates
City of Huntsville opens newly expanded Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex in John Hunt Park
May 7, 2024
Huntsville leaders, past and present, celebrated the grand opening of the Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex at John Hunt Park. The newly expanded facility boasts four championship multi-use fields, NCAA-approved lighting, digital scoreboards, two press boxes, locker rooms, sound systems, plaza areas with shade sails and picnic facilities, expanded parking and stadium seating to accommodate up to 5,000 sports fans. “This fantastic public amenity would not have been possible without the [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation Summer Program Guide offers cool fun on hot days
May 6, 2024
With summer just around the corner, now is a great time to explore the seasonal offerings in Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s 2024 Summer Program Guide. The jam-packed guide features more than 100 free activities, workshops and special events that promise fun in the sun and cool opportunities to chill out. “We’re committed to ensuring a vibrant and active summer for all residents, no matter your age,” said Parks & Recreation Director James [ more ]
Read MoreBike Share kick-off in Cummings Research Park
May 3, 2024
The City of Huntsville, Cummings Research Park, and Downtown Huntsville Inc. teamed up for an announcement to kick off the 2024 Blue Bikes Bike Share program. May is National Bike Month, and Cummings Research Park (CRP) is launching the Blue Bikes Bike Share program with three pilot locations inside the Park: The Point @ Lake 4 Station: 900 Explorer Blvd NW Discovery Station: 635 Discovery Drive Enterprise Station: Near 1051 Enterprise Way (At [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Office, Downtown Huntsville Inc., launch 805 After Five
May 3, 2024
Downtown Huntsville, Inc. and the Huntsville Music Office are launching 805 After Five, held the third Thursday of each month from 5-8 p.m. at Campus No. 805’s Butler Green Park. Aimed at energizing the City’s young professionals, 805 After Five will feature a free concert by a touring act. Artist lineups will be released prior to the concert each month. The Lemon Twigs kick off the first event on May 16. The [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville awarded $850,000 grant for transportation planning
May 3, 2024
The City of Huntsville received an $850,000 grant from the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) as part of a pilot program for land-use study along a potential bus rapid transit (BRT) corridor. Emphasizing three key areas along University Drive with the greatest potential for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) — Northwoods, University of Alabama in Huntsville and Mid-City — the study will explore unique prospects for residential and mixed-use growth catering to essential workers, [ more ]
Read MoreSeniors’ issues focus of mini-town hall
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will hold a mini-Town Hall with Willow Run Adventist Towers residents to discuss issues important to seniors in District 5. The event will be May 21 at 1 p.m. at Willow Run Adventist Towers, 1915 Rideout Drive.
Read MoreAttend District 5 town hall
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will hold a District 5 Town Hall on May 7 at 6 p.m. at Williams Middle School (155 Barren Fork Blvd.). Hear the latest D5 updates and bring ideas about how to make D5 an even better place to live.
Read MoreDistrict 5 forum
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will host a District 5 forum with Madison County Probate Judge Frank Barger on May 6 at 4 p.m. at the Old City Hall (308 Fountain Circle) in the 1st floor Council Chambers. The topics for discussion are polling locations for municipal elections and voting integrity. The probate judge is the top elections official in Madison County. The forum can also be viewed on HSV-TV. Watch previous [ more ]
Read MoreNew school planned for District 5
May 2, 2024
Council Member John Meredith, right, talks with constituents at a town hall meeting. Council Member John Meredith took questions and provided updates on several topics at his April Town Hall at New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, located in an area that could see substantial growth over the next decade. Topics of interest included future commercial and residential development, infrastructure, traffic and schools. Council Member Meredith also revealed a new K-8 school in [ more ]
Read MoreExcitement for new City Hall
May 2, 2024
It’s an exciting time as the transition continues into the new City Hall. The ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening will be May 21 at 10 a.m. It’s an opportunity for residents to get a first look at City Hall and learn more about City government and services. Visitors will also be able to enjoy several public art displays throughout the building.
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