News & Updates
Limestone County landowner requests City of Huntsville annexation
August 10, 2023
An ordinance introduced at the Aug. 10 Huntsville City Council meeting calls for the acceptance of more than 695 acres in Limestone County into the City of Huntsville. The annexation requests were made by three individual landowners whose properties lie west of Interstate 65 and east of Springfield Road. “Huntsville’s western corridor continues to develop at a healthy pace, and we welcome the opportunity to bring this acreage into our portfolio of [more]
Read MoreMore improvements coming to North Huntsville park
August 10, 2023
A community park in North Huntsville is getting some necessary improvements. James Crawford Park on Melody Road serves several neighborhoods near Alabama A&M University. A new playground was installed earlier this year. Now, the Huntsville City Council has authorized a contract for further refurbishments. The $598,711 agreement with Dunlap Contracting, Inc., approved during Thursday’s meeting, will allow for the demolition of the existing outdoor basketball court and the construction of a [more]
Read MoreWinners announced for A Cut Above District 1 Summer Landscaping Challenge
August 10, 2023
While the second annual A Cut Above District 1 Summer Landscaping Challenge has ended, the celebration of all things landscaping in North Huntsville is far from over. The front-yard competition, started by Council Member Devyn Keith in 2022, launched Monday, June 19, and concluded Monday, July 31. Citizens in District 1 competed for up to three titles, a prize pack and complimentary yard sign designating their award. During the Huntsville City Council [more]
Read MoreRaytheon hosts ribbon-cutting for Interceptor Engineering Center in Huntsville
August 10, 2023
This week, City Council President John Meredith attended Raytheon’s ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Interceptor Engineering Center in Huntsville. Raytheon’s advance team strives to solve complex problems in aerospace and defense by creating sustainable, more connected flight, smarter defense systems, and intelligent space technologies. “Huntsville is known for being home to many exceptional engineers and technical specialists, and therefore I find Raytheon’s new Interceptor Engineering Center to be a great addition to [more]
Read MoreMayor announces Rocket City Classic collegiate basketball
August 9, 2023
Auburn returns to Huntsville in the 2023 Rocket City Classic presented by Akima College basketball returns to The Rocket City and in a big way for the 2023-24 season at the Von Braun Center. The Rocket City Classic presented by Akima will take place on Dec. 13 when Auburn takes on NCAA Tournament participant UNC-Asheville. It will be the Tigers first game in Huntsville in 20 years. Women’s basketball will come to [more]
Read MoreMerrimack Village Community Cleanup Day
August 8, 2023
Help us keep Huntsville clean and green! Volunteers are needed on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 8-11 a.m. for a Green Team Community Cleanup Day at Merrimack Village. All ages are welcome and no experience is needed – just a heart for helping and a desire to keep our neighborhoods litter-free. Green Team will supply all the tools, so dress casually and bring a friend. Parking is available at 3317 Clopton Street [more]
Read More‘Invest in You’: Healthy Huntsville offers tips for National Wellness Month
August 8, 2023
HUNTSVILLE, AL – Healthy habits are formed one day at a time. With August recognized as National Wellness Month and the summer winding down, now’s the perfect time to invest in your physical, mental and social health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), healthy habits are built by making a plan, being accountable and recognizing your success. Healthy Huntsville, the City’s wellness initiative, wants to help! Throughout August, Healthy Huntsville will [more]
Read MoreGrab your gear! Huntsville lands 2026 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championship
August 7, 2023
The Huntsville/Madison County community is thrilled to announce, in partnership with Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and U.S. Paralympics Cycling, that the Rocket City has been awarded the prestigious 2026 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships. This premier event will bring approximately 600 of the world’s top athletes, along with their support staff and families, to Huntsville over Labor Day weekend, September 4-7, 2026. The UCI holds the UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships just once [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services seeks to ‘Clear the Shelter’ in August
August 7, 2023
Anyone in the market for an adult dog or cat can get one for free this month at Huntsville Animal Services as part of a nationwide “Clear the Shelters” adoption campaign. Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said while no-cost adoptions through Aug. 31 are a great selling point, there are dozens of loveable pets in the shelter eagerly awaiting their next home. Aubie, a 4-year-old orange and white female, is [more]
Read MoreNew beginnings at Huntsville West Industrial Park
August 3, 2023
Council President Meredith was honored to join Triad Properties, Fairway Investments and ARCO/Murray on Wednesday to break ground on the planned Huntsville West Industrial Park on 7620 Greenbrier Parkway. The event kicked off construction of the 385,232-square-foot development, which will serve our community well for decades to come.
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