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Huntsville City Council meeting to feature live musical performances
September 13, 2023
The Huntsville City Council will be hitting all the right notes as it will feature musical performances ahead of Thursday’s regularly scheduled meeting. Opera Huntsville’s Sierra Hammond performs the national anthem during a Huntsville City Council meeting on Sept. 8, 2022. The Huntsville High School Band will play on the lawn outside City Hall just prior to the meeting from 5-5:25 p.m. Local performer Dani Caines will perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” in [more]
Read MoreHistory remade: Huntsville opens new Get-A-Way Skatepark and Kids Space Playground
September 13, 2023
One of the most extensive recreation projects undertaken in the City of Huntsville was unveiled at John Hunt Park on Wednesday when Get-A-Way Skatepark and Kids Space Playground opened to the public, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “These public projects have exceeded all our expectations,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “While they may dramatically differ in function, both were conceived, created and financially made possible by passionate people who believed in them and [more]
Read MoreWomen in Music Week to showcase talents of 50+ artists
September 12, 2023
Whether playing live on stage or working behind the scenes on production and marketing, women are essential to the success and growth of Huntsville’s music ecosystem. Celebrating their contributions is what led to the creation of Women in Music Weekend five years ago. This year, Women in Music Weekend is expanding to Sept. 15-24 and being renamed Women in Music Week. “A weekend really isn’t enough time to recognize and celebrate Huntsville’s [more]
Read MoreGet to know your School Resource Officers
September 8, 2023
The Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council (HPCAC) will host a public forum on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 5:30 p.m. for the community to learn more about the role of School Resource Officers (SRO). In this session, “Get to Know Your School Resource Officers,” SROs will explain their daily responsibilities, which are different than many people think. These officers proudly serve in local schools as mentors, coaches and advocates for student health [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Month: Career and Artist Development Events
September 7, 2023
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Read MoreHuntsville Music Office – August 2023 Newsletter
September 7, 2023
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Read MoreReboot fall fitness with Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Citywide Boot Camp
September 6, 2023
Citywide Boot Camp is back for its second season, making fitness both accessible and fun. Hosted by Huntsville Parks & Recreation, the free workouts will kick off at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Hays Farm as part of the free Fleet Feet Fall Fitness Festival. Parking will be available at Grissom High School. “Parks & Recreation is proud to co-sponsor this festival that’s all about good health for the entire family,” [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police investigators seek capital murder suspect
September 5, 2023
Sept. 6, 2023 update: The U.S. Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force apprehended Tye’ Deshun Stevens, 23, in Anniston, Alabama, this afternoon. Stevens will be brought back to Madison County and booked in the jail on the two capital murder warrants. The Huntsville Police Department would like to thank the public for its assistance in helping locate Stevens. No further information is available at this time. Original post: The Huntsville Police Department [more]
Read More‘Paw-ty animals’: Huntsville Animal Services to host Fall Block Party
September 5, 2023
It may be too warm to cozy up by the fire, but the “paw-ty animals” at Huntsville Animal Services are ready to cuddle regardless of the temperatures. To kick off autumn in style, Huntsville Animal Services is hosting a Fall Block Party. The free community event celebrating our loveable “block-headed” breeds will take place Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the shelter on 4950 Triana Blvd. SW. Show up to meet our pets, [more]
Read MoreMeet the 2023 Huntsville Beautification Awards winners
September 1, 2023
Since 1975, local leaders have joined the Huntsville Beautification Board to recognize citizen and business efforts to create a thriving, beautiful city. To preserve that tradition of excellence, Mayor Tommy Battle joined board members at this year’s Huntsville Beautification Awards on Friday, Sept. 1, at Oakwood University’s Community Health Action Center. “We’re blessed to live in a community filled with residents ready to continue the mission of the Beautification Board,” Mayor Battle [more]
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