News & Updates
Historic marker recognizes Huntsville’s role in women’s suffrage movement
May 19, 2021
Mayor Tommy Battle joined the Historic Huntsville Foundation (HHF) and other state and local preservation officials Wednesday to dedicate a historic marker celebrating Huntsville’s involvement in the women’s suffrage movement. Donna Castellano, executive director of the Historic Huntsville Foundation, unveils a marker noting Huntsville’s role in the women’s suffrage movement. She is joined by Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Rebekah McKinney, Janet Watson, and Marsha Weinstein. McKinney and Watson are the owners [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to drop masking, distancing requirements for vaccinated individuals
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – Beginning Monday, May 17, the City of Huntsville will not require fully vaccinated individuals to wear masks or practice social distancing measures in City buildings or offices. The decision mirrors newly issued guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which says it’s safe for fully vaccinated individuals to not wear face coverings indoors in most cases. The White House and Congress announced it would also drop [ more ]
Read MoreDeath Investigation
May 14, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department is conducting a death investigation for an incident that occurred on Wednesday, May 12. Officers responded to a call shortly before 7 p.m. about an altercation at home on the 2800 block of Brett Road. When officers arrived, they discovered Alex West, 31, suffering from a gunshot wound(s). West was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe a domestic-related shooting stemmed from an altercation. The case will [ more ]
Read MoreTraffic Safety Checkpoints
May 14, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department D.U.I. Task Force will conduct Traffic Safety checkpoints through the weekend. If you are stopped at a Traffic Safety Checkpoint be prepared to present your driver license, proof of insurance and vehicle registration to officers. The Task Force utilizes data provided by NASO (North Alabama Safety Office) to determine traffic accident hotspots across the City. There are 57 designated hotspots throughout Huntsville, and officers will conduct [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to Recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Mayor Tommy Battle extends his deep appreciation to law enforcement officers for their sacrifice and commitment to keeping Huntsville safe. Peace Officers Memorial Day, which falls during National Police Week, honors law enforcement officers killed or disabled in the line of duty. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Huntsville will observe the day in October. The Fallen Officers [ more ]
Read MoreCity, WellStone discuss program aimed at improving mental health response
May 13, 2021
During its May 13 meeting, the Huntsville City Council voted to support the continued development of a partnership between the City, Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and WellStone Behavioral Health to develop a Co-Response Program to address mental health-related calls. Huntsville City Administrator John Hamilton stands at the podium in the City Council Chambers during a presentation about a Co-Response Program. Looking on are Jeremy Blair, executive director of WellStone Behavioral Health, [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville leaders urge vaccinations as COVID-19 cases drop
May 13, 2021
City of Huntsville leaders are hopeful as COVID-19 case numbers fall across Huntsville/Madison County. During the Huntsville-Area COVID-19 Update on May 13, officials said vaccination efforts are dramatically helping in the fight against the coronavirus. In Madison County, health officials have administered 133,693 first doses of the vaccine, which represents 44 percent of those ages 16 and older. More than 105,000 have received their second dose, representing 35 percent of the population. “Of [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Welcomes Alabama League of Municipalities Convention
May 13, 2021
Mayor Tommy Battle is extending a warm welcome to the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM), which is hosting its 2021 convention in the Rocket City. The convention kicked off Wednesday evening with a reception at the Von Braun Center (VBC). The annual event allows municipal vendors and state agencies to network with City officials and employees. “We are proud to have leaders from across the state here in Huntsville,” Mayor Battle said. [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, EMA monitoring effects of pipeline shutdown
May 12, 2021
The City of Huntsville and Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency are closely monitoring an ongoing situation created by a temporary shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline. Company officials announced the pipeline would restart Wednesday evening, but explained it could take “several days” for the supply chain to return to normal levels. The City is working with Huntsville Utilities, area hospitals, schools and public safety agencies. Officials with the City and EMA suggest residents [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle Joins HudsonAlpha Officials for Groundbreaking on Campus Expansion
May 10, 2021
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle on Monday joined state and local officials as part of a groundbreaking on two new additions at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle speaks Monday, May 10, at a groundbreaking ceremony for a planned expansion of the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. The expansion includes a 90,000-square-foot facility that will become Discovery Life Sciences’ (DLS) global headquarters, estimated for completion in Q4 2022. The second part of [ more ]
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