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Huntsville Fire & Rescue holds promotion ceremony, recognizes courageous and lifesaving actions
December 20, 2024
Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) celebrated the achievements of veteran firefighters as well as heroic actions by firefighters both in the line of duty and off duty. At a promotions and awards ceremony, 14 drivers were promoted to captain, 28 firefighters were promoted to driver and two firefighters were promoted to assistant fire marshal. Awards were also presented for Medal of Valor, Company Performance and Lifesaver. Huntsville Fire & Rescue Capt. Seth [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville approves first phase of 2025 road resurfacing projects
December 20, 2024
The City has approved the first phase of road resurfacing projects from the 2025 fiscal year budget. Grayson Carter & Son Contracting Inc. was awarded the bid for $5,167,455 for 22 resurfacing projects on 17 residential streets. The 2025 budget includes more than $20 million altogether for road resurfacing projects. 2025 Phase I Resurfacing Projects
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Christmas Day
December 20, 2024
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Wednesday, Dec. 25, for Christmas Day. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation facilities, Public Transit and Municipal Court. Animal Services will close at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) will close at 3 p.m. and all Parks & Recreation facilities, including Kids Space and Get-A-Way Skate Park, will close at 5 p.m. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to begin accepting business license renewals on Jan. 2
December 20, 2024
It’s that time of year again for Huntsville business owners to make plans to renew their operating license for 2025. Existing business owners may start submitting their renewals on Jan. 2 through the City’s online portal. The deadline is Jan. 31. While online renewals are preferred, new or existing business owners wanting to submit applications or renewal information in person can do so on the third floor of City Hall, 305 Fountain Circle, [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville to study bus rapid transit corridor along University Drive
December 19, 2024
The City formally accepted federal grant money at Thursday’s Council meeting to spur a transit-oriented development planning study focusing on three clusters along University Drive. The Federal Transit Authority, part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, awarded an $850,000 pilot program grant to the City to fund the University Drive corridor study. The study will analyze three key population nodes along University Drive: the area in and around the Northwoods community, the [ more ]
Read MoreGlobal ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company, Glaukos, to locate multimillion-dollar facility in Cummings Research Park
December 19, 2024
The City of Huntsville approved a development agreement with Glaukos Corporation to build a multimillion-dollar research, development and manufacturing facility in Cummings Research Park (CRP). The multi-year project carries an $82 million capital expenditure and will bring 154 full-time jobs to the region by 2030. The facility will be built on 25 acres at the corner of Mark Smith Drive and Explorer Boulevard, at the north end of HudsonAlpha Institute [ more ]
Read MoreCity supports affordable senior housing with HOME funds commitment
December 19, 2024
The City will allocate $889,000 in federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds to support the construction of an affordable housing community for seniors aged 55 and older. The project, Arbours at Moores Mill II, located at 100 Marcus Byers Drive NE, will provide 55 rental units, including 31 one-bedroom and 24 two-bedroom apartments. The funding commitment is contingent upon the project receiving an allocation of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) from [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville accepting applications for 2025 Summer Intern Program
December 18, 2024
The City of Huntsville is now accepting applications for its 2025 Summer Intern Program, offering an exceptional career-building opportunity for college students. The program is available to individuals 19 years or older, with a high school diploma or GED and is open to current students or recent graduates from accredited colleges and universities. Applications will be accepted through 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The eight-week program will select up to [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police looking for driver, truck in connection to Dec. 12 hit-and-run incident
December 18, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) needs the public’s help finding the person responsible for critically injuring a man in a hit-and-run incident on Hobbs Island Road on Thursday, Dec. 12 just after 5 p.m. HPD Investigators believe it is a Chevrolet pickup truck from the 1990s or early 2000s with a two-tone paint scheme: maroon on top and gray or white on the bottom. The truck is equipped with a ladder rack and toolbox [ more ]
Read MoreBring home Santa’s little helper from Animal Services this holiday season
December 12, 2024
This holiday season, Huntsville Animal Services invites the community to bring home Santa’s little helper by adopting or fostering a pet in need. From now through Dec. 24, adoption fees will be waived on most adult dogs. The campaign aims to place pets into loving homes during one of the most heartwarming times of the year. Whether you’re ready to make a lifelong commitment or open your home temporarily, Animal Services [ more ]
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