News & Updates
Bring Home a Furry Friend for Valentine’s
February 5, 2021
Huntsville, AL – Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is asking citizens to open their hearts and bring home a furry friend for Valentine’s Day. From now through Saturday, February 13, all adult dogs are available for adoption for only $10 to $35 each. The fee includes the same amenities as the regular adoption package – shots, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, a City license and a free bag of dog food. If you’re unable to [more]
Read MoreMurder Suspect Arrest
February 4, 2021
Officers were called to the 4200 block of Chalet Circle for a shooting call just after 7 a.m. Thursday morning. Michael Donofrio, 56, has been identified as the victim. He was found in the roadway deceased when officers arrived from apparent gunshot wound(s). The official cause of death is still under investigation. Martinez Monte Lyles, 24, turned himself in peacefully to authorities at the MAPCO located on Memorial Parkway and University [more]
Read MoreCity Council holds work session to review employee benefits program
February 4, 2021
The Huntsville City Council is holding a work session Feb. 4 to review the municipal employee benefit program. A key topic will be the two tiered system for employee retirement benefits. “The dual system was set up some ten years ago by the Alabama Legislature because of investment shortfalls at RSA (Retirement Systems of Alabama) during the 2010 recession,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “The concern was having enough return on investment [more]
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