News & Updates
‘Witch’ way to the party? Parks & Rec hosting free Halloween events
October 27, 2022
Why celebrate the spookiest season of the year on just one night when you can have a ghoulishly good time for days? Huntsville Parks & Recreation is hosting seven no-cost, family-friendly events. From fall festivals to haunted halls, there will be free candy, while it lasts, at each location and a chance to show off those costumes. Thursday, Oct. 27 “Fall” into fun at Optimist Recreation Center, 703 Oakwood Ave. NE, Huntsville. From [ more ]
Read MorePut down roots in Huntsville at Mayor’s Tree Planting Day
October 24, 2022
Did you know autumn is the best time of year to plant trees in the South? Mayor Tommy Battle and the City of Huntsville’s Green Team are taking advantage of the cooler temps and sunny skies to plant 350 trees at John Hunt Park – and they need your help! Grow the City’s beautiful tree canopy by planting saplings during the Mayor’s Tree Planting Day from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, [ more ]
Read MoreEnjoy a ‘barking’ good time at Huntsville Animal Services’ Howl-o-ween Trunk or Treat
October 20, 2022
Huntsville Animal Services will unleash the fun at its first Howl-o-ween Trunk or Treat event from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 29. Come make the most of a weekend filled with Halloween festivities by taking a tour of decorated car trunks filled with sweet treats at the animal shelter. “We’ve got candy for your little humans and free giveaways to take home to your pets,” said Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen [ more ]
Read MoreMajor Crimes Unit arrest
October 13, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department has charged Edwin Oliver Mayes, 34, with murder following a deadly incident in the 3700 block of Pulaski Pike on Wednesday, Oct 12. Major Crimes Unit Investigators believe a verbal dispute led up to the shooting death of 44-year-old Kyle David Mackey. The case remains under investigation, and no further information is available at this time.
Read MoreCity of Huntsville considers medical cannabis program
October 11, 2022
The City of Huntsville is taking cautious steps toward participating in Alabama’s new medical cannabis system. After giving careful consideration to the new medical option, City administration believes making medical cannabis products available to qualified patients under the care of a physician would be beneficial for those suffering from chronic and terminal illnesses. Alabama is the 37th state to allow use of cannabis for medicinal purposes. The law creating Alabama’s medical [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Environmental Sustainability Committee seeks public input
October 5, 2022
As Huntsville grows, City leaders are focused on long-term successful gains for people who live, work and play in the community. This includes a watchful eye on Huntsville’s natural and built environment. Mayor Tommy Battle recently asked area leaders with interest and expertise in this area to form a committee and examine contributing factors to long-term environmental sustainability in metro Huntsville. “Environmental challenges directly impact our quality of life,” said Mayor Battle. [ more ]
Read More‘Nip’ homeless animal population in the bud with low-cost spay, neuter procedure
October 5, 2022
Animal shelters and rescue organizations across the U.S. have been operating in crisis mode for months due to a surge in the homeless pet population, and Huntsville Animal Services is no exception. The good news is that there is a simple path toward a solution – spaying and neutering pets. “We used to take in 7-10 [animals] on a typical day,” said Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard. “Lately, it’s common for us [ more ]
Read MoreExpect traffic delays: Alabama A&M University homecoming
September 30, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department is assisting Alabama A&M University Police with traffic control for the University’s homecoming parade and football game on Saturday, Oct. 1. Drivers should expect delays or avoid North Memorial Parkway, Winchester Road and Meridian Street near the University’s campus. The University is holding a parade on campus at 8 a.m. and the homecoming football game is scheduled for 2 p.m. We would like to remind drivers parking on [ more ]
Read More2022 UAH Homecoming 5K run
September 30, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department is assisting the University of Alabama in Huntsville Police Department with traffic control for the 2022 UAH Homecoming 5K run on Sunday, Oct. 2. The race will begin at 8 a.m. on John Wright Drive and will end on Holmes Ave at Spragins Street. The eastbound lanes of Holmes Avenue will be restricted to emergency vehicles only as the race passes through the route. Drivers are asked to [ more ]
Read More2022 National Night Out
September 29, 2022
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and Huntsville Community Watch Association would like to invite the public to National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 4. This safe, fun and family-friendly event will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. at the Jaycee Building at John Hunt Park located at 2180 Airport Road. The free event will include law enforcement agencies across Madison County, Huntsville Parks and Recreation and various other community agencies. [ more ]
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