News & Updates
New pedestrian safety features coming to Bailey Cove Road
March 19, 2025
Pedestrian safety measures on Bailey Cove Road will soon be improved through the activation of a new Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon (RRFB). The City of Huntsville Traffic Engineering Division will activate the RRFB at the pedestrian crossing near McGucken Park at 9 a.m. Thursday, March 20, weather permitting. The RRFB system will improve pedestrian safety by increasing driver awareness and ensuring safer crossings for park visitors, families and nearby residents. The RRFB emits [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation to host fourth annual Eggstravaganza
March 19, 2025
Hop over to John Hunt Park to enjoy a fun-filled free Easter event with egg hunts, food trucks, visits with the Easter Bunny and more at the fourth annual Eggstravaganza. Hosted by Huntsville Parks & Recreation, the event will be Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to noon at the John Hunt Park Festival Grounds, located behind the Jaycee Community Building, 2151 Jaycee Way. The celebration begins with a grand entrance [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025
March 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville, Alabama has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025, earning a spot in the Economic Development category. The City is named alongside the ranks of Waymo, Nvidia, Duolingo, and more. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. [ more ]
Read MoreCity Air Pollution Control Board seeks nominees for air pollution control awards
March 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Air Pollution Control Board wants to recognize businesses that have taken voluntary steps to protect the air quality of Huntsville and beyond by reducing air pollution at the local level. The Board is accepting nominations for the 2024 Air Pollution Control Achievement Awards. Winners will be recognized and receive a plaque at a ceremony in City Hall in the fall. The awards program was established by the [ more ]
Read MoreDrive with purpose: Huntsville Transit looking for part-time paratransit bus operators
March 17, 2025
Huntsville Transit invites compassionate, dedicated and service-minded individuals to make a difference and serve their community by applying to be part-time Paratransit Bus Operators. Paratransit bus operators provide safe, reliable transportation to riders on Access, Huntsville Transit’s specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service. “We are excited to grow our team with individuals who want to make a real difference in people’s lives,” said Quisha Bryant, Director of Parking & Public Transit. “Paratransit operators [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville leaders urge preparation ahead of forecasted severe storms
March 14, 2025
Mayor Battle speaks at news conference discussing the threat of severe weather. Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville-area leaders urge residents to prepare as severe storms are forecasted to impact north Alabama on Saturday. All modes of severe weather are possible, including strong tornadoes. “I can’t stress enough, this is an event that we’ve been tracking and an event that we need to take a lot of care with,” Mayor Battle said. “We [ more ]
Read MoreCity takes first step toward future Resolute Way interchange
March 13, 2025
Though years from completion, a project to significantly ease traffic in and out of Redstone Arsenal took a step forward this week. City Council unanimously approved a resolution to define a lease boundary with Redstone Arsenal for the future Resolute Way interchange, a necessary step to begin bringing this project to fruition. Located on Interstate 565 at Madison Boulevard near Redstone Arsenal, a new full access interchange will provide an alternate route [ more ]
Read MoreCity approves streetscaping improvements for Monroe Street corridor
March 13, 2025
The City of Huntsville has approved a contract with Miller & Miller, Inc. to make streetscaping improvements to a major downtown corridor. The project will span 1,000 linear feet of Monroe Street between Williams and Clinton avenues and include the installation of new sidewalks, streetlights, landscaping, irrigation and asphalt resurfacing. Work is expected to be completed within 90 days after notice to proceed is issued. This project is part of ongoing efforts [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle appoints new Director of Inspection
March 13, 2025
Allen Muzny, who brings more than 30 years of inspection experience, has been appointed the City’s new Director of Inspection by Mayor Tommy Battle. Muzny’s appointment was unanimously approved by the City Council at its March 13 meeting. Muzny has worked in the Inspection Department since 2017, most recently as Deputy Director of Inspection Services. Before working with the City, Muzny spent 23 years working as a code official and Senior Plans [ more ]
Read MorePlans for arboretum in John Hunt Park move forward with donation from Rotary Club of Greater Huntsville
March 13, 2025
The City of Huntsville received a $50,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Greater Huntsville to help fund an arboretum project in John Hunt Park that will expand educational and recreational opportunities. The 3-acre park is planned along Airport Road just west of Alex McAllister Drive. The park will meet The Arbor Day Foundation requirements for a level II arboretum and include 100 different species of native trees. Huntsville Landscape Management developed [ more ]
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