News & Updates
Downtown Huntsville to Relaunch Bike Share Program
September 8, 2020
The Downtown Huntsville bike share program relaunched with its new partner, Tandem Mobility, on September 8. “We are excited to bring back bikeshare to Downtown Huntsville,” said Downtown Huntsville Inc. President and CEO, Chad Emerson. “Our city center is an amazing destination to explore on two wheels and this new partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and the City of Huntsville will allow locals and guests to do just [ more ]
Read MoreCounter Protester Arrest
September 8, 2020
Huntsville Police were called around 7pm about a person harassing protesters and brandishing a gun near the courthouse square. When Officers arrived they took 51 yr old Scott Christopher Davis of Huntsville into custody. Davis was in possession of handgun at the time he was detained. He is being charged with Public Intoxication and Possession of Firearm at a Demonstration; 13A-11-59.
Read MoreArson Investigation – Arrest
September 8, 2020
Huntsville Police have arrested 38 yr old Brian Lamont Douglas and charged him with Arson 1st Degree. Douglas is accused of setting fire to his apartment at the 4100 Block of Newson Rd on August 16th. The fire caused damage to 8 apartment units, several of which were occupied at the time. There were no serious injuries in this case.
Read MoreLabor Day Holiday – City Offices and Facilities Closed
September 3, 2020
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, in recognition of the Labor Day holiday. Normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8. Garbage Collection: Monday’s holiday will impact garbage collection for the week of September 7-11, delaying pickup by one day. Garbage normally collected on Monday will be collected on Tuesday, and so on. For more information, visit HuntsvilleAL.gov/trash. Recycling collection, managed by the Solid Waste Disposal Authority, [ more ]
Read MoreAdopt A Pet and Share Your Happy Story!
September 2, 2020
Clear the Shelters 2020 launches Adoption Story Challenge through Sept. 14 Huntsville Animal Services has a huge opportunity to win extra money through the Greater Good organization and the national Clear the Shelters 2020 campaign. From now through Sept. 14, submit your pet adoption story and photograph to Animals@HuntsvilleAL.gov or message us at Huntsville Animal Services on Facebook. By sharing your adopted pet pictures and why you and your Shelter pet are happy [ more ]
Read MoreMask Up Huntsville: Staying Safe This Labor Day Weekend
September 2, 2020
With Labor Day weekend approaching, the City of Huntsville wants to remind citizens to separate, sanitize and wear a face covering to prevent another surge in COVID-19 cases. Labor Day is a popular time for families and friends to come together to celebrate the unofficial end of summer. As you make plans this holiday weekend, don’t forget to take precautions to reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Doing so could save [ more ]
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