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History in the making: Constructing a new City Hall, expanding Big Spring Park
April 11, 2022
The City of Huntsville hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking today to celebrate construction of its new $90 million municipal complex. The seven-story building and parking garage is being built on a 1.8-acre site across the street from the present City Hall on Fountain Circle. “The new municipal building will be 2 ½ times larger than our present City Hall,” said Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle. “When it opens in about two years, we [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services asks public to ‘spring’ pooches from kennels
April 8, 2022
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is issuing an urgent plea for adopters and fosters as it grapples with an influx of homeless pets. The shelter took in nearly 60 owner-surrendered dogs and strays over the course of three days this week, which is nearly three times more than normal for this time of year. To help clear the shelter, adoption fees have dropped to $10 for most adult dogs, though some exclusions [ more ]
Read MoreGet eggs-cited! Easter Bunny to headline inaugural Huntsville Eggstravaganza
April 4, 2022
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s community-wide Eggstravaganza set for Saturday, April 16, is moving indoors to the Jaycee Community Building at John Hunt Park. More info: https://bit.ly/3JOIpVR. The City of Huntsville and Parks & Recreation Department invite you to attend the inaugural Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 16. The free egg hunt, designed for children ages 2-12, will take place from 9-11 a.m. at John Hunt Park, 2151 Airport [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit, Parks & Recreation announce changes to evening activities
March 30, 2022
City of Huntsville departments have announced changes to evening activities due to the threat of severe weather this evening. Huntsville Transit will suspend operations at 8 p.m. The last bus will leave the downtown transit station at 7 p.m. All Huntsville Parks & Recreation activities scheduled for 6 p.m. or later have been canceled. Recreation centers will maintain regular hours of operation. Please tune in to the National Weather Service in Huntsville or [ more ]
Read MoreTake a ride with us: Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle announces official launch of Token Transit
March 30, 2022
Huntsville Transit patrons now have an easier way to move around the City following the official launch of Token Transit, a free smartphone app. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and Parking and Public Transit Director Quisha Bryant announce the official launch of Token Transit March 30 at the Huntsville Transit station. Available in the App Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android devices, Token Transit allows Orbit and Access riders to purchase [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Rec seeks diverse candidates for multiple positions
March 22, 2022
Huntsville Parks & Recreation knows a thing or two about organizing team sports, but now the department seeks to add new players to its team. There are several part- and full-time opportunities available for anyone seeking a position in a fast-paced, rewarding field. Huntsville Parks & Recreation is one of the City’s most dynamic departments because it provides quality-of-life amenities and programming to Huntsville’s demographically diverse community. “Having a great team is [ more ]
Read MoreDeath Investigation
March 21, 2022
Just before 7:00 a.m. today, Huntsville Police responded to the 400 block of Williams Street after receiving a call about a possible body found at that location. Construction workers discovered the body upon their arrival to work. HPD Investigators confirmed there was a male that appeared to be in his 20s located outside of a nearby building. Investigators believe this to be an isolated incident, as drugs were found on the [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville takes precautions ahead of winter weather event
March 11, 2022
The City of Huntsville is taking precautions to help keep employees and citizens safe ahead of this weekend’s expected winter weather event. Due to projected low temperatures and bitterly cold wind chills Friday night into Saturday, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department will close all recreation facilities Saturday, March 12. Huntsville Animal Services will delay opening its shelter at 4950 Triana Blvd. until 11 a.m., Saturday. Huntsville Transit will operate on a [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, community partners to open warming centers
March 11, 2022
The City of Huntsville is partnering with the Downtown Rescue Mission and Salvation Army to open warming centers during Friday and Saturday’s projected winter weather. The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a winter storm warning with a possible 1-4 inches of snow for Madison County from 9 p.m. Friday, March 11, to 9 a.m. Saturday, March 12. A wind advisory with potential 15-25 mph winds and gusts of 30-40 [ more ]
Read More‘Dog Gone Lucky’: Huntsville Animal Services urges action on homeless pets
March 9, 2022
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is inviting community members to give a homeless pet a lucky break. In honor of the annual observance, HAS is slashing adoption fees for some dogs as part of a “Dog Gone Lucky” promotion, which runs through March 19. Some dogs can be adopted for as little as $10 or $35, though some exclusions apply. Puppies and kittens can [ more ]
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