News & Updates
Huntsville Police asks Alabama Law Enforcement Agency to investigate in-custody death
September 7, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department has asked the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) to investigate an incident which happened on Treymore Ave. about 5 a.m. on Tuesday, September 7. Officers responded to the area where a stolen vehicle was located. The suspect attempted to flee the area on foot and was apprehended by officers without incident. The suspect exhibited signs of a possible drug overdose and HEMSI was [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services to waive adoption fees this week
September 7, 2021
In an effort to reduce overcrowded kennels, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is waiving adoption fees on all adult cats and dogs through Saturday, Sept. 11, though some exclusions apply. All adoptable pets are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped and come with a City license and free bag of pet food. Those unable to adopt are asked to consider fostering an animal through the shelter’s foster program. Click here to see photos, ages and descriptions [ more ]
Read MoreMultiple agencies respond to trench collapse at John Hunt Park
September 2, 2021
A trench collapse Thursday resulted in a multiagency response to free three Huntsville Public Works employees. The workers were installing a storm pipe at the northern end of John Hunt Park. Two employees were injured and a third died at the scene. The injured workers were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The deceased employee has been identified as 55-year-old Bobby Green. “The City of Huntsville mourns the loss of one [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation announces Dancing for Diversity date, lineup
September 2, 2021
It’s that time of year again! Healthy Huntsville and Huntsville Parks & Recreation invite the community to come out for Dancing for Diversity on Friday, Sept. 17, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at S.R. Butler Green at Campus No. 805. The outdoor, socially distanced event is a Healthy Huntsville initiative that promotes health and diversity through the art of dance. During the annual event, different instructors and groups will lead participants of all [ more ]
Read MoreGet the scoop! Huntsville Animal Services to host ice cream social
September 2, 2021
The Dog Days of Summer are gone, but Alabama’s hottest season will be around for at least another three weeks. For two days only, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering a way to beat the heat while also clearing out its overcrowded kennels. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3 and Saturday, Sept. 4, HAS will host an ice cream social at its facility at 4950 Triana Boulevard in [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Labor Day
September 1, 2021
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Sept. 6, for Labor Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed by one day the week of Sept. 6-10. Monday’s collection will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday’s will be collected Wednesday and so on. Parks & Recreation: All facilities will be closed, except for [ more ]
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