News & Updates
City of Huntsville to Recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Mayor Tommy Battle extends his deep appreciation to law enforcement officers for their sacrifice and commitment to keeping Huntsville safe. Peace Officers Memorial Day, which falls during National Police Week, honors law enforcement officers killed or disabled in the line of duty. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Huntsville will observe the day in October. The Fallen Officers [more]
Read MoreCity, WellStone discuss program aimed at improving mental health response
May 13, 2021
During its May 13 meeting, the Huntsville City Council voted to support the continued development of a partnership between the City, Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and WellStone Behavioral Health to develop a Co-Response Program to address mental health-related calls. Huntsville City Administrator John Hamilton stands at the podium in the City Council Chambers during a presentation about a Co-Response Program. Looking on are Jeremy Blair, executive director of WellStone Behavioral Health, [more]
Read MoreHuntsville leaders urge vaccinations as COVID-19 cases drop
May 13, 2021
City of Huntsville leaders are hopeful as COVID-19 case numbers fall across Huntsville/Madison County. During the Huntsville-Area COVID-19 Update on May 13, officials said vaccination efforts are dramatically helping in the fight against the coronavirus. In Madison County, health officials have administered 133,693 first doses of the vaccine, which represents 44 percent of those ages 16 and older. More than 105,000 have received their second dose, representing 35 percent of the population. “Of [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Welcomes Alabama League of Municipalities Convention
May 13, 2021
Mayor Tommy Battle is extending a warm welcome to the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM), which is hosting its 2021 convention in the Rocket City. The convention kicked off Wednesday evening with a reception at the Von Braun Center (VBC). The annual event allows municipal vendors and state agencies to network with City officials and employees. “We are proud to have leaders from across the state here in Huntsville,” Mayor Battle said. [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, EMA monitoring effects of pipeline shutdown
May 12, 2021
The City of Huntsville and Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency are closely monitoring an ongoing situation created by a temporary shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline. Company officials announced the pipeline would restart Wednesday evening, but explained it could take “several days” for the supply chain to return to normal levels. The City is working with Huntsville Utilities, area hospitals, schools and public safety agencies. Officials with the City and EMA suggest residents [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle Joins HudsonAlpha Officials for Groundbreaking on Campus Expansion
May 10, 2021
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle on Monday joined state and local officials as part of a groundbreaking on two new additions at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle speaks Monday, May 10, at a groundbreaking ceremony for a planned expansion of the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. The expansion includes a 90,000-square-foot facility that will become Discovery Life Sciences’ (DLS) global headquarters, estimated for completion in Q4 2022. The second part of [more]
Read MoreCity Council Establishes Selection Process for District 4 School Board Vacancy
May 10, 2021
HUNTSVILLE, AL – The Huntsville City Council is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Huntsville City School Board. The Huntsville City School Board. From left, outgoing member Walker McGinnis (District 4), Elisa Ferrell (District 3), Superintendent Christie Finley, Beth Wilder (District 2), Michelle Watkins (District 1) and Carlos Mathews (District 5). The District 4 position will become vacant following longtime educator Walker McGinnis’ resignation, which will be effective May 30. [more]
Read MoreApril 2021 – Development Review
May 10, 2021
Two new-to-Huntsville restaurants were among the list of non-residential permits issued in March. More than 1,000 housing units were permitted last month. Residential Permits (new construction) in Huntsville city limits: In April, 1,067 housing units were permitted, 127 single- and 940 multi-family. The top tract for building permits last month was 109.04 (Flint River) where 343 units were permitted, 7 single- and 336 multi-family. This is a 489.5% increase over April 2020, [more]
Read MoreCity Opens Community Foundation Park in Downtown Huntsville
May 6, 2021
The City of Huntsville added another beautiful park to its inventory of urban spaces today following a dedication and ribbon cutting for Community Foundation Park. Anchoring the intersection of Dr. Joseph Lowery Boulevard and Pelham Avenue along downtown’s gateway entrance, the new park is a collaboration between the City of Huntsville, Arts Huntsville, and Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville. A centerpiece of the urban plaza is a public art installation designed by [more]
Read MoreCapital Murder Arrest
May 3, 2021
The Huntsville Police Department has charged Pierre Sims, 30, for capital murder. Sims is accused of killing Christopher Cole, 47. Officers responded to an assault call in the 400 block of Governors Drive on Thursday April 22nd and discovered Cole with serious injuries. Investigators discovered he was the victim of a robbery. Cole was transported to Huntsville Hospital in critical condition where he died due to injuries sustained from blunt force trauma. Officers [more]
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