Category: Top News
Lunar Rover Walk: Mayor Battle to escort Lunar Rover Replica from VBC to Courthouse Square July 19
July 16, 2019
Fifty years ago, Huntsvillians gathered on the steps of the Madison County Courthouse to celebrate an American achievement unlike any other. America landed men on the moon safely, and Huntsville played a leading role in the historic journey. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon mission, Mayor Battle will join U.S. Space & Rocket Center CEO Deborah Barnhart, representatives from Polaris, Huntsville businesses and members of the public on [ more ]
Read MoreCity Garbage Collection Delayed
July 15, 2019
The City of Huntsville Sanitation Division advises that some areas of Huntsville may experience a delay in garbage collection the week of July 15 due to mechanical issues with some collection trucks. Crews are working as quickly as possible and ask residents to keep their carts curbside until crews arrive. “Not all routes are experiencing delays,” said Redonald Scott, Director of Sanitation. “We do want to reassure those neighborhoods who may [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Opens Sand Volleyball Complex in John Hunt Park
July 12, 2019
The City of Huntsville has opened its newest sports amenity in John Hunt Park, a $3.7 million Sand Volleyball Complex with state of the art technology for athletes. The 12-court beach/sand volleyball facility is expected to mark Huntsville as a premier location for regional and national beach volleyball tournaments and play.
Read MoreFREE ADOPTIONS: It’s A ‘Mane’ Attraction At Huntsville Animal Services
July 3, 2019
The City of Huntsville’s Animal Services Department invites you to meet our ‘Mane’ attractions at the shelter. Just like the lions in the wild, the overwhelming number of dogs and cats at the shelter are showing off their furry manes. Let our adult canines and felines ‘sweep you off your feet’ from Wednesday, July 3, through Saturday, July 20, and adopt for free. You can help save a shelter pet’s life! The [ more ]
Read MoreLet Freedom Ring! Independence Day Pet Adoption Special
July 1, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services has set aside the whole week to celebrate the Fourth of July with FREE adoptions on adult cats and only $10 for kittens. The dogs and cats need freedom from the Shelter environment and to be in a home by the Fourth of July. Help free these precious pets to a good home by adopting a cat or kitten. Don’t forget to keep pets inside during the fireworks celebration. Loud noises frighten animals and they will run [ more ]
Read MoreAlabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering Makes Milestone Announcements
June 28, 2019
The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering made a number of significant announcements today in Huntsville, marking a major step forward in plans to open the magnet school in Huntsville in August 2020. In an event at Redstone Federal Credit Union, Senator Arthur Orr, President of the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) Board of Trustees announced the interim site for the School would be located at the [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police Launch Summer Slowdown Campaign
June 27, 2019
Pardon our progress! The City of Huntsville has more Roadwork Projects under way than at any time in its history. All this construction may be temporarily challenging for motorists, but the improvements will be worth the wait. To ensure that drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians stay safe on the roads, Huntsville Police have launched a “Summer Slowdown” campaign to remind everyone to drive smarter, not faster. Police produced three videos and are working to promote the messages [ more ]
Read MoreSummer Night Symphony Benefit Concert at Calvary Hill Community Center
June 26, 2019
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra (HSO) is partnering with the City of Huntsville to bring Summer Night Symphony to the community, at the invitation of City Council President Devyn Keith. Proceeds for this concert will go to the Village of Promise and the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama. “The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra is a vital player in Huntsville’s economy and quality of life,” Council President Keith said. “With ‘Summer Night Symphony,’ [ more ]
Read More#GoPlayHsv in July during Parks & Recreation’s month’s long celebration
June 24, 2019
Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville Parks & Recreation Director Steve Ivey encourage Huntsville citizens to enjoy Parks & Recreation Month with the #GoPlayHsv challenge. In celebration of Parks & Recreation Month, the City of Huntsville will be hosting events and activities and sharing these on the web and social media using the hashtag #GoPlayHsv. Whether you are a mom interested in activities for the kids, a recent graduate looking for more outdoor [ more ]
Read MoreCity Planning Director Michelle Jordan announces move to TARCOG
June 20, 2019
Michelle Jordan, Huntsville’s Director of Planning, is leaving her position with the City to become the executive director for Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments, known as TARCOG. Jordan has served Mayor Tommy Battle’s administration since 2009 in key leadership roles to include Director of Planning, Director of Economic Development and Legislative Affairs, and Director of Community Development. She has managed oversight of planning functions for long-range planning and GIS, [ more ]
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