Category: Top News
Is there new life for the Old Joe?
August 22, 2019
Conceptual plans to transform Joe Davis Stadium into a multi-use stadium, which could possibly be used to host high school football games and sporting events, were presented to the Huntsville City Council at the Aug. 22 regular meeting. The presentation is in response to a Council resolution in June, asking City administration to assess the condition of the vacant stadium, which opened in 1985 and closed after the last Stars baseball [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville looks to introduce electric scooters downtown with a pilot program
August 22, 2019
The City of Huntsville has been monitoring the growing use of electric scooters in cities across the country and is proposing a downtown pilot program. “We are interested in mobility opportunities for our residents and scooters have the potential to provide another transportation option,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. While the Mayor’s administration is open to the use of electric scooters, the City wants to ensure they benefit the community rather than become [ more ]
Read MoreGreen Team 2019 Huntsville Beautification Awards
August 22, 2019
Earlier this month, the City of Huntsville’s Green Team awarded more than 300 beautification signs to property owners and businesses who Keep Huntsville Beautiful. The Huntsville Beautification Board has been honoring properties with beautiful and litter-free curb appeal in Huntsville since 1975 with the City of Huntsville, Alabama Beautification Awards. This year, The Mayor’s Award, considered the most prestigious prize given to the most outstanding property, was awarded to the Stadium Place Shopping [ more ]
Read MoreBenchwarmers: Shelter Pets Want to Play, Give Them a Chance
August 18, 2019
About 15 dogs and cats come into the Huntsville Animal Shelter each day. It is emotionally challenging for these animals to be housed in the Shelter, and Animal Services volunteers are working hard to find them loving families. There is always something special about each of our Shelter pets, and volunteers want you to give them a chance to join your family. To help entice adoptions throughout the month of August, fees will be waived for dogs and cats housed at the Shelter for more [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle Statement on NASA Marshall’s Leading Role in America’s Return to the Moon
August 16, 2019
In front of the hydrogen fuel tank for the Space Launch System, America’s next rocket, NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine announced today that Marshall Space Flight Center and Huntsville, Alabama will play a leadership role in Project Artemis, NASA’s lunar exploration program that aims to land the first woman and the next man on the moon by 2024. Following Administrator Bridenstine’s announcement, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle has issued the following statement: “Today, we [ more ]
Read MoreCity Leaders Provide Update on Major Infrastructure Projects
August 15, 2019
Mayor Tommy Battle, joined by Urban and Economic Development Director Shane Davis, Director of Engineering Kathy Martin and representatives from the Alabama Department of Transportation, presented the public with an update on the City of Huntsville’s major road projects. “I’d suggest that one of the biggest elements of quality of life is a quick and safe commute to and from work, school and our daily activities,” Battle said. “In Huntsville, we’ve [ more ]
Read MoreNational “Clear the Shelters” Week at Huntsville Animal Services
August 11, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services is participating in the 2019 “Clear the Shelters” event, a weeklong free adoption special for felines and canines at Animal Services starting Monday, August 12, through Saturday, August 17. The goal is to find forever homes for Shelter pets at no charge. Restrictions may apply to specific pets. “Clear the Shelters” is a nationwide campaign to raise awareness that more than two million animals are euthanized across the country each year due to overcrowded shelters, according to the [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Tommy Battle Declines Pay Raise
August 9, 2019
Mayor Tommy Battle informed City Council this morning of his intent to veto the pay raise approved at their meeting Thursday night. This is Battle’s first veto in his 11-years as Mayor of Huntsville. “I have said I am satisfied with my salary and I knew what it was when I went into public service. My focus remains on our 2,100 employees and the job I do as Mayor. I deeply appreciate the intent of Council.”
Read MoreBack-to-School Pet Adoption Special
August 4, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services is offering a special Back-To-School $10 adoption fee for cats and dogs at the Shelter. Families are invited to stop by for a visit, play with our adorable animals, and adopt a pet. The special is only for six days, Monday, August 5, through Saturday, August 10. The dogs, cats and kittens at the shelter are waiting patiently to be adopted into a happy family. The adoption fee includes spay or neuter surgery, rabies [ more ]
Read MoreIt’s Dog Week at Huntsville Animal Services
July 22, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services invites everyone to visit the local Shelter during Dog Week and get acquainted with the many sweet dogs up for adoption. All dogs, 40 pounds or more, are only $5 starting Monday, July 22, through Saturday, August 3. All adoptions include a microchip for pet identification, the spay or neuter surgery, deworming for parasites, vaccinations, and city license. Help save a shelter dog’s life, visit the Shelter and [ more ]
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