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Planning Commission moves to protect established residential neighborhoods
March 11, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Planning Commission approved a request to rezone specific residential areas from Resident 2A (R2A) to Residence 2 (R2) in a move to protect established residential subdivisions. The decision comes as City planners and neighborhood advocates address concerns about future redevelopment options in established residential areas. “The recommendation to move from R2A to R2 zoning eliminates the ability to create multifamily housing in a single-family environment,” said Manager [ more ]
Read MoreExpect traffic delays downtown for St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 10, 2025
UPDATE (as of Thursday, March 13, 1:30 p.m.): The St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been canceled. Click here for more information on the cancellation. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) advises residents and visitors to anticipate traffic delays in downtown Huntsville on Saturday, March 15, ahead of the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Road closures will start at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. at Lot K on Clinton Avenue [ more ]
Read MoreTeen-Tastic Saturdays: Parks & Recreation series to focus on essential life lessons
March 10, 2025
Huntsville Parks and Recreation is hosting Teen-tastic Saturdays, a free series of workshops for teens at the Mark Russell Recreation Center, 429 Taylor Road, Owens Cross Roads. “This series offers young men and women in our community a way to learn essential skills with a hands-on approach,” Parks and Recreation Director James Gossett said. “Each session is designed to be engaging and practical, giving teens the confidence to apply what they’ve [ more ]
Read MoreHPD renew call for tips in ongoing homicide investigation
March 10, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is again asking for the public’s help in solving a 2024 homicide. Kirk Uban, 49, was shot and killed on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, in the 1200 block of Hobbs Island Road. Witnesses told investigators Urban was involved in a verbal altercation with a middle-aged white man just before the shooting. That man was last seen swimming nearby with his wife and two children. The family [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police arrest suspect following overnight shooting
March 10, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) responded to a shooting at 708 Poplar Ave. on Monday, March 10, just after midnight. Upon arrival, officers encountered a large crowd and located four victims with gunshot wounds. All four were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Based on information from witnesses, officers quickly located the suspect at an apartment complex near Sparkman Drive. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Jarvis Trymane Jamison, became combative with officers. An HPD [ more ]
Read MoreLadies of Blast Showcase to celebrate Women’s History Month
March 7, 2025
The Huntsville Music Office, The Orion Amphitheater and Huntsville-Madison County Public Library (HMCPL) will celebrate Women’s History Month by spotlighting Tennessee Valley female artists as part of “Ladies of Blast,” a live music showcase at The Orion Amphitheater on Thursday, March 20, from 6-8 p.m. The free event will feature performances from a range of talented local musicians, offering a unique opportunity to hear the latest from some of the region’s [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police seek additional witnesses in fatal shooting investigation
March 6, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) seeks additional witnesses who may have information about a fatal shooting that occurred on Monday, March 3, at 240 Martin Road. A Huntsville man was arrested and charged with murder following the incident, but investigators believe other individuals might have relevant information or security camera footage that could further assist in the case. There are no other outstanding suspects or persons of interest currently, and there [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville enters into traffic intersection study on Capshaw Road
March 5, 2025
The City of Huntsville entered into an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., to study six signalized intersections on Capshaw Road. The study will include six intersections to optimize signal timing and provide layouts of possible intersection improvements to maximize the capacity through each intersection. The Capshaw Road intersections included in the study: Jeff Road Nance Road Wall Triana Highway Balch Road Sam Thomas Road Old Railroad Bed Road The professional engineering services contract is for $97,500. The [ more ]
Read MoreHerPower Walk: Huntsville Parks & Recreation to honor Women’s History Month
March 4, 2025
Huntsville Parks & Recreation will take strides to celebrate Women’s History Month at the second annual HerPower Walk on Saturday, March 22, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at Big Spring Park. The free 5K walk is open to women, girls and the men who support them. It will feature vendors, food trucks with concessions for purchase, uplifting music and, most importantly, encouragement and empowerment for participants. “HerPower Walk is an incredible way to honor [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville man charged with murder after fatal shooting on Martin Road
March 4, 2025
A Huntsville man has been arrested and charged with murder following a shooting Monday evening. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) arrested 22-year-old Byron Alexander Peterson in connection with the death of 53-year-old Demetrius Jones. On March 3, just after 6 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in progress at 240 Martin Road. Upon arrival, they found Jones in the doorway of his apartment with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the [ more ]
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