News & Updates
Huntsville Animal Services offering adoption special through April 17
March 30, 2021
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is overflowing with dogs of every possible color, size and personality in need of a forever – or even temporary – home. For the next three weeks, through April 17, HAS is offering adoption fees as low as $10. The adoption package includes vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, a City license and a free bag of dog food. Some exemptions apply. If you’re unable to adopt a pet, consider [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Good Friday
March 29, 2021
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will be closed Friday, April 2, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, April 5. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit services. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there will be no change to service. Recycling will also not be affected. All Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities are closed, except the [more]
Read MoreTraffic Safety Checkpoints
March 26, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department D.U.I. Task Force will be conducting Traffic Safety checkpoints through this weekend. If you are stopped at a Traffic Safety Checkpoint be prepared to present your driver license, proof of insurance and vehicle tag registration to the officers. The Task Force utilizes data provided by NASO (North Alabama Safety Office) that determines traffic accident hotspots across the city. Right now there are 57 designated hotspots throughout [more]
Read MoreJohnson Legacy Center to include new urban park
March 25, 2021
Just seven months after cutting the ribbon on the new Johnson Legacy Center (JLC) in northwest Huntsville, the City is moving forward with plans to add an urban park to the campus. At the request of Mayor Tommy Battle, City Council approved a contract with Bostick Landscape Architects to design a new outdoor park adjacent to the JLC. “As we start this second phase, I am excited to see, yet again, the [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle appoints new directors for Parks & Recreation, Parking & Public Transit
March 25, 2021
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle on Thursday announced the appointments of Bernita Reese as director of Huntsville Parks & Recreation and Quisha Riche as director of Parking & Public Transit. The Mayor’s recommendations were unanimously approved by the City Council. Reese fills the spot left vacant following Steve Ivey’s recent retirement, while Riche replaces Tommy Brown, who retires in June. Bernita Reese Bernita Reese Reese comes to Huntsville from Columbus, Ohio, where she has served [more]
Read MoreNeed help after the storm? 211 a valuable resource for residents
March 25, 2021
When severe weather damages property, homeowners and renters often don’t know where to turn for help. In Huntsville and Madison County, residents should dial 211 Connects Alabama in the event they are left without shelter. The 211 system serves as a clearinghouse for both state and local resources. “If it’s an emergency and you’re in danger, call 911 first and get yourself out of danger,” said Scott Erwin, Huntsville’s Community Development manager. [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services offering March Madness adoption special
March 23, 2021
Is your family in need of a new furry team member? Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering adoption fees of $10 to $25 on select dogs as part of March Madness Week. 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. The promotion runs through Saturday, March 27. If you’re unable to adopt a pet [more]
Read MoreBeware: Scammers are on the prowl
March 19, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department has received an influx of calls in recent weeks from concerned citizens who were scammed or almost scammed. Scammers are calling individuals and impersonating government agencies, prize/sweepstakes organizations and vehicle warranty offices. During these calls, they ask an individual to buy a prepaid gift card or a gift card to a big box store. The scammer will explain it will pay a fine, taxes or sometimes promise [more]
Read MoreMulti-Agency Operation Leads to 30 Arrests
March 18, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department is pleased to announce the results of a successful multi-agency operation based out of our North Alabama Multi-Agency Crime Center (NAMACC) that concluded on Thursday, March 18. After receiving numerous complaints from people in a Huntsville neighborhood, NAMACC analyzed crime data and prioritized making the neighborhood safer. The following local, state and federal agencies were a part of the operation: The Huntsville Police Department, Madison County Sheriff’s Office, [more]
Read MoreFlooding at Hays Nature Preserve
March 18, 2021
Flooding issues have closed several areas within the Parks and Recreation Department. Access to a majority of the Hays Nature Preserve has been closed today (Thursday, March 18) due to flooding issues. The only areas accessible at this time are the Main Entrance on U.S. Highway 431 and the Natural Playground and Bar Lake areas. In addition, the Indian Creek Greenway and Creekwood Park are also closed. For more information, keep up with [more]
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