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Huntsville Parks & Recreation to open after-school program registration on July 10
July 3, 2024
The City’s Parks & Recreation Department will open registration for its after-school program for the 2024-2025 school year on Wednesday, July 10. Offered at four recreation centers, the program provides high-quality after-school activities for Huntsville City Schools students in grades 1-6. The cost is $20 per child per week, with a $10 fee for siblings. Fees are subject to change. “Offering the community a robust after-school program is a priority for our [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services provides tips to alleviate fireworks-related pet anxiety
July 3, 2024
While Independence Day sparks joy and celebration for many, booms and pops in the sky and on the ground can often stress pets. “Fireworks can cause significant anxiety for animals,” said Virgie Graham, Interim Director of Huntsville Animal Services. “The loud noises and unexpected flashes of light can disrupt their sense of safety and security.” To help pet owners keep their furry friends calm during fireworks, Graham offers the following tips: Create a [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion hosting Stuff the Bus event
July 3, 2024
Ahead of an upcoming school supply giveaway, Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI) and Community Awareness for Youth (CAFY) are asking the community to help Stuff the Bus this weekend. “We urge the community to donate new school supplies as these contributions can profoundly impact the lives of young students by ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed in their education,” said Kenny Anderson, Huntsville’s ODEI Director. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville issues fireworks ordinance reminder and holiday safety tips
July 3, 2024
As the July Fourth holiday approaches, revelers are encouraged to be safe and follow the City’s fireworks ordinance. The City Council amended the fireworks ordinance in 2023, allowing nonexplosive, nonaerial sparkling devices, both ground-based and handheld, to be used, sold and purchased in the city limits. Residents are encouraged to enjoy City-sanctioned fireworks displays managed by professionals. Visit Huntsville.org for a list of activities. Safety tips Always have a water source handy to extinguish [ more ]
Read MorePlanned expansion at Shurney Center to introduce music tech to teens
July 2, 2024
If music rocks your world or jazzes you up but you’re trying to figure out how to continue developing your skills (or just get started), a project in the planning stages at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center may be what you’re looking for. The City is studying expansion of the studio/makerspace area at the North Huntsville Library within the Shurney Legacy Center through revitalization of the facility’s vacant second floor. [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close Thursday for Independence Day
July 2, 2024
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, July 4, for Independence Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Friday, July 5. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed the week of July 1-5. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities will close except splash pads, which will be open from 10 [ more ]
Read MoreTommy Battle declared Mayoral winner for a 5th Term
June 27, 2024
The Huntsville City Council voted to declare Mayor Tommy Battle as the mayoral winner in the 2024 municipal election. Mayor Battle will continue serving in his post for a fifth term, beginning Nov. 4. When qualifications for municipal elections ended on June 25, Mayor Battle was the sole candidate for Mayor. According to state law, a City Council shall declare an unopposed municipal candidate as the winner, upon proper certification. The move [ more ]
Read MoreReady to roll at Stoner Park
June 27, 2024
City Council approved a $2.3 million contract with Butler Construction to move forward with major upgrades and improvements at Stoner Park in north Huntsville. The contract includes a beautiful new skate rink, 85 x 185 feet, housed in a large 19,000-square-foot open air pavilion. The skating rink will have new restrooms and picnic facilities. It is designed for patrons to easily connect to other amenities at the park, which include a [ more ]
Read MoreTennis Center expansion will include additional courts
June 27, 2024
A major expansion at the Huntsville Tennis Center will meet increased demand for more courts and give the facility in John Hunt Park a significant upgrade to attract more events. City leaders approved a $4,639,000 construction contract with Chorba Contracting Corporation to build 10 hard courts with lighting and to renovate six existing hard courts into clay courts. The project also includes a small restroom pavilion to support the courts, additional [ more ]
Read MoreConstruction set to begin on Hays Farm Central Park
June 27, 2024
The City of Huntsville approved a $7.1 million construction contract with Bailey-Harris Construction Company to build a new nine-acre urban park in south Huntsville. Hays Farm Central Park will feature a gazebo, windmill, lagoon and waterfall, pavilion and restrooms. There will be a fitness court in conjunction with Arts Huntsville, walking paths and connectivity to the City’s greenway network along with ample parking and LED lighting. Construction is expected to take about [ more ]
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