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‘Invest in You’: Healthy Huntsville offers tips for National Wellness Month
August 8, 2023
HUNTSVILLE, AL – Healthy habits are formed one day at a time. With August recognized as National Wellness Month and the summer winding down, now’s the perfect time to invest in your physical, mental and social health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), healthy habits are built by making a plan, being accountable and recognizing your success. Healthy Huntsville, the City’s wellness initiative, wants to help! Throughout August, Healthy Huntsville will [ more ]
Read MoreGrab your gear! Huntsville lands 2026 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championship
August 7, 2023
The Huntsville/Madison County community is thrilled to announce, in partnership with Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and U.S. Paralympics Cycling, that the Rocket City has been awarded the prestigious 2026 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships. This premier event will bring approximately 600 of the world’s top athletes, along with their support staff and families, to Huntsville over Labor Day weekend, September 4-7, 2026. The UCI holds the UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships just once [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services seeks to ‘Clear the Shelter’ in August
August 7, 2023
Anyone in the market for an adult dog or cat can get one for free this month at Huntsville Animal Services as part of a nationwide “Clear the Shelters” adoption campaign. Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said while no-cost adoptions through Aug. 31 are a great selling point, there are dozens of loveable pets in the shelter eagerly awaiting their next home. Aubie, a 4-year-old orange and white female, is [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville mourns loss of former Council Member Jimmy Wall
August 2, 2023
The City of Huntsville mourns the loss of Dr. James “Jimmy” Wall, a 24-year member of the City Council and well-known community leader. Dr. Wall served for 24 years on the Huntsville Utilities Gas & Water boards, and he co-founded the Community Free Dental Clinic, an office that provides dental services to financially vulnerable people throughout Madison County. Mayor Tommy Battle said he considers himself fortunate to have served on the [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle Statement on USSPACECOM announcement
July 31, 2023
Please see the following statement from Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle following today’s White House announcement stating that USSPACECOM will remain in Colorado: “We are deeply disappointed in the reversal of a meticulous decision-making process that selected Huntsville, Alabama for the permanent home of USSPACECOM. This community went through a lengthy selection process – twice. To have that process invalidated, and to have our selection taken away is demoralizing. It is even more disturbing that [ more ]
Read MoreDonation accepted for new skate park at John Hunt Park
July 27, 2023
As the new skate park at John Hunt Park nears completion, excitement is building and support for the project only continues to grow. During Thursday’s meeting, the Huntsville City Council authorized the acceptance of the approximately $2.7 million skate park, through funds allocated by the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville. Team Pain, one of the world’s most popular skate park design firms, has wrapped up its portion of the 52,000-square-foot build. [ more ]
Read More‘Light Up the Night’ at Big Spring Park is back on for Friday, Aug. 4
July 26, 2023
“Light Up the Night” hosted by Huntsville Parks & Recreation is back on! This free, family-friendly glow party has been rescheduled for Friday, Aug. 4, from 6-9 p.m. at Big Spring Park East. The event was postponed due to severe storms that moved through the area last week. Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett said the department is thrilled to announce the new party date. “We’re so excited to be able to provide [ more ]
Read MoreCivic Engagement Academy: A behind-the-scenes look at City of Huntsville government
July 26, 2023
Members of the Spring 2023 cohort of the Civic Engagement Academy listen to a presentation from City Council President John Meredith. Representing all vocations and walks of life, past members of the City of Huntsville’s Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) urge citizens to follow in their footsteps. Rion Golden, a CEA graduate and Senior Development Officer at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, said the program is “truly something special.” “[The team does] a [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Public Works experiencing bulk collection delays
July 25, 2023
The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Department thanks residents for their patience as crews work to catch up on bulk waste collection. Public Works Director Chris McNeese said a large amount of debris from last week’s storms has led to delays. He anticipates crews will catch up on collections this week. “We apologize for the inconvenience, and we ask for continued patience,” McNeese said. “We are working diligently to return to our [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation announces fall sports signups
July 20, 2023
It’s time to sign up for one of Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s fall youth sports. Families can now register in-person or online through Aug. 5 for flag football, soccer and volleyball. Parks & Recreation organizes eight leagues throughout Huntsville, including American, Continental, Eastern, International, Lakewood, Liberty, Metro and Northern. Parents or guardians can use the City’s virtual locator to find the league closest to their home. “Our fall sports are a wonderful [ more ]
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