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Green Team celebrates first year of Green Ambassador school program
May 16, 2024
Green Team celebrated its first year of the Green Ambassador Program by honoring students and teachers at its inaugural awards ceremony at the Jaycee Building in John Hunt Park. The program recognized honorees for their dedication and commitment to environmental education and other sustainable initiatives. Schools were commended for recycling programs, building community gardens, outdoor education, upcycled art and hydroponics along with other education curriculum. “When we started the Green Ambassador program, [ more ]
Read MoreFallen HPD Officer Garrett Crumby honored during National Police Week
May 16, 2024
Memorial wreath for fallen Officer Garrett Crumby placed at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. The name of fallen Huntsville Police Officer Garrett Crumby is now etched into the wall of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. His name joins thousands of other law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. Fallen officers were honored this week in the nation’s capital as part of [ more ]
Read MoreCleanup continues at Maple Hill Cemetery following storm damage
May 16, 2024
City officials expect crews to complete removal of large tree limb debris at Maple Hill Cemetery by early next week as cleanup continues from the May 8 storm. Large stumps from fallen trees will take longer to remove. The National Weather Service forecast office in Huntsville said an EF-2 tornado hit the cemetery as part of a nearly 10-mile damage path that began in the Old Town community near downtown and [ more ]
Read MoreReel in the fun at the 40th annual Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo
May 15, 2024
Grab your line and pole and get ready to head to the fishing hole for the 40th annual Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, June 1. Held at Brahan Springs Park Lagoon, the popular free event offers plenty of fun for young anglers aged 6-12. Thanks to generous support from Buster’s Bait and Tackle and over 20 community partners, the lagoon will be teeming with 250 pounds of catfish. Among them, [ more ]
Read MoreCleanup crews remove more than 1 million pounds of debris following storms
May 14, 2024
City crews have removed 1.4 million pounds of debris as cleanup efforts continue following last week’s storms. Public Works Director Chris McNeese projected crews will gather about the same amount of debris with personnel and equipment devoted exclusively to cleanup on Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18. Maple Hill Cemetery, which experienced several downed trees, reopened Tuesday. The City expects the majority of the debris on the ground to be [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion co-sponsors mental health awareness event
May 14, 2024
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to run for a cause on Saturday, May 18, in downtown Huntsville. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., in collaboration with the Youth Friendship Foundation, Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Psi Kappa Kappa, and Fleet Feet will present the Caribbean Qarnival 5K. The event aims to promote Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each May. Check-in begins at 6 a.m. at 420 Church St. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville finances on solid ground in midyear budget review
May 9, 2024
Finance Director Penny Smith reported during a mid-year update to City Council that General Fund finances are on track for fiscal year 2024 projections and that the City is operating within budget. Council approved the Administration’s proposal, based on analysis of the first six months of the fiscal year, to increase the General Fund by $1.15 million on both revenue and expenditure sides. SEE THE PRESENTATION “We are on budget for both revenues [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville approves grant applications for improvements to Holmes Avenue, Governors Drive
May 9, 2024
The City will move forward with applications for two U.S. Department of Transportation grants focusing on safety and traffic congestion on two busy roadways in the downtown area following City Council approval. One grant would help pay for construction improvements on a 3.35-mile stretch of Holmes Avenue while the other would help fund a study for improvements on an 8.85-mile stretch of Governors Drive that includes the Medical District. Both projects [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville crews continue to assess damage and clear debris following strong storms
May 9, 2024
Huntsville’s Public Works and Landscape Management departments and first responders are continuing to assess storm damage and dangerous conditions following a severe weather event. Police tape is seen next to a fallen tree near downtown Huntsville on Thursday, May 9, following a round of severe storms that affected multiple parts of the City. Huntsville Police are asking all drivers to avoid areas affected by the storms as there are still trees and [ more ]
Read MoreCity seeks applicants for first Affordable Housing Manager position
May 8, 2024
Affordable housing is a top concern for families nationwide, especially in cities experiencing rapid growth. To ensure Huntsville stays on top of this concern, the City of Huntsville is currently seeking applicants for its first Affordable Housing Manager. The City’s new Affordable Housing Manager will be tasked with developing and implementing strategies, policies and plans to address the housing needs of the community by collaborating with various stakeholders to create affordable, [ more ]
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