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Virtual career fair connects workers impacted by COVID-19 with jobs, training

July 15, 2020 Click to view Virtual career fair connects workers impacted by COVID-19 with jobs, training

Dislocated workers impacted by COVID-19 will have an opportunity to get back on their feet soon thanks to a state career and training fair with employers and training providers across north Alabama. The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, in collaboration with our local workforce council and educational partners, is working to connect residents temporarily out of work due to COVID-19 with upskilling training and in-demand job openings. The free Upwards Career & Training Fair [more]

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B&E To Auto Crime Prevention

July 14, 2020 Click to view B&E To Auto Crime Prevention

Huntsville Police want to remind the public that locking vehicle doors can significantly reduce the possibility of being a victim of a vehicle burglary (B&E to Auto).  We recently evaluated our B&E to Auto crime stats and saw a significant decrease city wide for the second quarter of 2020 as compared to the second quarter of 2019. There was a 41% decrease in B&E to Auto cases city wide during [more]

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Police Citizens Advisory Council Now Accepting Public Comment

July 9, 2020 Click to view Police Citizens Advisory Council Now Accepting Public Comment

The Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council (HPCAC) is undertaking a review of police actions that occurred before and during recent protest events in Huntsville from May 30 to June 5. Part of the HPCAC review includes input from the general public. Residents may now submit their comments through an Online Form at HuntsvilleAL.gov/PoliceCitizensAdvisoryCouncil. The form will be active through August 7. While the review process is expected to take time, HPCAC Chair [more]

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Homicide Investigation

July 9, 2020 Click to view Homicide Investigation

Huntsville Police responded to the area of the 2700 block of Oakwood Rd. at approximately 8:30 am reference a body that was in a grassy area at this location. When officers arrived a deceased male was found in an open area at the location. The male is 20-30 yrs. old. The specific manner of death is not being released at this time. The investigation continues. If anyone has any information about [more]

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June 2020 – Monthly Development Review

July 9, 2020 Click to view June 2020 – Monthly Development Review

More activity at Mazda-Toyota and Redstone Gateway, and a new community health clinic at Oakwood University were among the non-residential permits issued last month. The number of residential units permitted decreased slightly year-over-year. Residential Permits (new construction) in Huntsville city limits: In June, 128 housing units were permitted, 126 single- and 2 multi-family. The top tract for building permits last month was 106.12 (72 West) where 18 units were permitted, all single-family. [more]

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Assault and Death Investigation Case

July 8, 2020 Click to view Assault and Death Investigation Case

Overnight at approximately 11:40 pm Officers were flagged down about an assault on the 2000 block of Levert St. Once they were at the residence they found an assault victim with non-life threatening injuries inside the home. They also found a deceased individual. Our Major Crimes Investigators are working the assault and death investigation. The investigation continues.

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Summer Season brings Cool Cats and Hot Dogs 

July 1, 2020 Click to view Summer Season brings Cool Cats and Hot Dogs 

There are a lot of cool cats and hot dogs available for adoption at Huntsville Animal Services. With the hot days of summer still ahead, this is the perfect time to help us cool down the Shelter by adopting one of the many kittens and cats, dogs and puppies needing good homes. To make your pet adoption a breeze, throughout the month of July most adult cats and dogs are only $5 [more]

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City opens 58-acre Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve

July 1, 2020 Click to view City opens 58-acre Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve

The City of Huntsville opened its newest nature preserve on 58 acres of land off Martin Road West. Named in honor of the late Dallas W. Fanning, former director of urban development and architect of the City’s western expansion, the park will provide residents in the westernmost part of the City with outdoor trails for exercise, passive recreation, star-gazing and nature hikes. “I can’t think of a more fitting tribute to [more]

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