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Huntsville named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025
March 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville, Alabama has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025, earning a spot in the Economic Development category. The City is named alongside the ranks of Waymo, Nvidia, Duolingo, and more. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. [ more ]
Read MoreCity Air Pollution Control Board seeks nominees for air pollution control awards
March 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Air Pollution Control Board wants to recognize businesses that have taken voluntary steps to protect the air quality of Huntsville and beyond by reducing air pollution at the local level. The Board is accepting nominations for the 2024 Air Pollution Control Achievement Awards. Winners will be recognized and receive a plaque at a ceremony in City Hall in the fall. The awards program was established by the [ more ]
Read MoreDrive with purpose: Huntsville Transit looking for part-time paratransit bus operators
March 17, 2025
Huntsville Transit invites compassionate, dedicated and service-minded individuals to make a difference and serve their community by applying to be part-time Paratransit Bus Operators. Paratransit bus operators provide safe, reliable transportation to riders on Access, Huntsville Transit’s specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service. “We are excited to grow our team with individuals who want to make a real difference in people’s lives,” said Quisha Bryant, Director of Parking & Public Transit. “Paratransit operators [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville leaders urge preparation ahead of forecasted severe storms
March 14, 2025
Mayor Battle speaks at news conference discussing the threat of severe weather. Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville-area leaders urge residents to prepare as severe storms are forecasted to impact north Alabama on Saturday. All modes of severe weather are possible, including strong tornadoes. “I can’t stress enough, this is an event that we’ve been tracking and an event that we need to take a lot of care with,” Mayor Battle said. “We [ more ]
Read MoreCity takes first step toward future Resolute Way interchange
March 13, 2025
Though years from completion, a project to significantly ease traffic in and out of Redstone Arsenal took a step forward this week. City Council unanimously approved a resolution to define a lease boundary with Redstone Arsenal for the future Resolute Way interchange, a necessary step to begin bringing this project to fruition. Located on Interstate 565 at Madison Boulevard near Redstone Arsenal, a new full access interchange will provide an alternate route [ more ]
Read MoreCity approves streetscaping improvements for Monroe Street corridor
March 13, 2025
The City of Huntsville has approved a contract with Miller & Miller, Inc. to make streetscaping improvements to a major downtown corridor. The project will span 1,000 linear feet of Monroe Street between Williams and Clinton avenues and include the installation of new sidewalks, streetlights, landscaping, irrigation and asphalt resurfacing. Work is expected to be completed within 90 days after notice to proceed is issued. This project is part of ongoing efforts [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle appoints new Director of Inspection
March 13, 2025
Allen Muzny, who brings more than 30 years of inspection experience, has been appointed the City’s new Director of Inspection by Mayor Tommy Battle. Muzny’s appointment was unanimously approved by the City Council at its March 13 meeting. Muzny has worked in the Inspection Department since 2017, most recently as Deputy Director of Inspection Services. Before working with the City, Muzny spent 23 years working as a code official and Senior Plans [ more ]
Read MorePlans for arboretum in John Hunt Park move forward with donation from Rotary Club of Greater Huntsville
March 13, 2025
The City of Huntsville received a $50,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Greater Huntsville to help fund an arboretum project in John Hunt Park that will expand educational and recreational opportunities. The 3-acre park is planned along Airport Road just west of Alex McAllister Drive. The park will meet The Arbor Day Foundation requirements for a level II arboretum and include 100 different species of native trees. Huntsville Landscape Management developed [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services celebrates St. Pitty’s Week with free adoptions
March 13, 2025
Huntsville Animal Services is bringing good luck to shelter pets with its St. Pitty’s Week adoption campaign from March 17-22. During this special promotion, adoption fees will be waived for all pit bulls and pit bull mixes, giving these lovable dogs a lucky chance to find their forever homes. “These are some of the most affectionate and loyal dogs in the shelter, but they often take longer to be adopted,” said Animal [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville’s music scene takes center stage at HSV Quarterly Music Meetup
March 12, 2025
The Huntsville Music Office will host the first HSV Quarterly Music Meetup of 2025 on Wednesday, March 19, from 6-8 p.m. at Joe Davis Stadium. The free event highlights the latest developments in Huntsville’s thriving music scene and offers musicians, industry professionals and community stakeholders a chance to network, share ideas and collaborate. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Music Officer Matt Mandrella and members of the Huntsville Music [ more ]
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