News & Updates
City of Huntsville offices to close for Veterans Day
November 8, 2024
City of Huntsville Municipal offices will close Monday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access), Parks & Recreation facilities and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed the week of Nov. 11-15. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Public Safety: Essential police and fire personnel will remain [more]
Read MoreTwo more arrests made in connection with deadly Meridian Street shooting
November 8, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) arrested and charged two additional suspects with reckless murder in connection to a deadly shooting that occurred on Saturday, Oct. 12, 3310 Meridian St. Dion Earl Ernest Roos-VorHauer, 19, of Huntsville was booked into the Madison County Jail on Monday, Nov. 5. Jordan C Lakes, 20, of Huntsville was booked into the Madison County Jail on Thursday, Nov. 7. More arrests are expected, as HPD Major Crimes Unit continues its investigation. Anyone with [more]
Read MoreCity finalizes agreements for Mill Creek redevelopment project
November 7, 2024
The City of Huntsville is moving forward on the Mill Creek redevelopment project, including formally accepting the $50 million Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that was announced in July. The development area, just west of Memorial Parkway along Governors Drive, is a partnership with Huntsville Housing Authority (HHA) that will invest $350 million into a mixed-income community with workforce housing, medical [more]
Read MoreCity hires contractor to dismantle former City Hall building
November 7, 2024
The City of Huntsville is set to begin a 6-month demolition period to remove the old City Hall building at 308 Fountain Circle. The former City Hall opened in 1965 and closed earlier this year following the opening of a new location across the street at 305 Fountain Circle. Britt Demolition and Recycling, Inc. received a $1,243,000 contract to perform the work in 240 days. The project’s first two to three [more]
Read MoreCity moves forward on Winchester Road widening project
November 7, 2024
The City is taking steps toward completing the final phase of the Winchester Road widening project with approval of an updated surveying and design contract with TTL. The $245,110 contract will update final plans and tract maps to reflect current conditions on the site for construction, consisting of 2.3 miles of a new five-lane roadway between Dominion Circle and Naugher Road. The scope of work in the TTL contract: Update the right of [more]
Read MoreDrive Huntsville forward as a bus operator with Huntsville Transit
November 7, 2024
Looking for a rewarding career with excellent benefits, where you can make a real difference in your community? Join the Huntsville Transit team as a part-time or full-time bus operator and play an essential role in helping people get to where they need to be. Huntsville Transit invites dedicated individuals, including former truck drivers, school bus drivers, veterans and retirees, to contribute to the City’s evolving transportation network. “Our operators are the [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, Huntsville Hospital invite you to ‘Maintain, Don’t Gain’ this holiday season
November 6, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, many people look forward to indulging in festive meals, decadent treats and celebratory feasts. But with all the delicious food comes the potential for unwanted weight gain. So, how can you enjoy all the festivities without derailing your health goals? The answer is simple: stay engaged, stay motivated and take on a little friendly competition. The Maintain, Don’t Gain holiday challenge is back for its 10th year, [more]
Read MoreMayor Tommy Battle, Council Members John Meredith and Michelle Watkins take oath of office; Council elects new president
November 4, 2024
Surrounded by family and friends, Mayor Tommy Battle and Council Members John Meredith and Michelle Watkins were sworn into office to begin four-year terms, each pledging to advance Huntsville’s progress. Beginning his fifth term, Mayor Battle took the oath from Municipal Judge Lonzo Robinson. The Mayor was accompanied by his son, Drew Battle, daughter-in-law Lauren Battle and grandsons George and Benjamin Battle. Mayor Battle shakes hands with Municipal Court Judge Lonzo Robinson [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation announces Cozy Care Holiday Drive
November 4, 2024
If you have any unused coats, Huntsville Parks & Recreation would love to take them off your hands as part of the Cozy Care Holiday Drive, an initiative in partnership with Christmas Charities Year Round. From now through Dec. 9, community members are encouraged to donate clean and wearable coats, hats and gloves at any of Huntsville’s recreation centers during regular operating hours. All sizes are accepted. Donation boxes will be conveniently [more]
Read MoreCouncil Elects Meredith President
November 4, 2024
Council Member John Meredith was unanimously elected as Council President by his colleagues during the annual Council organizational meeting. As President, Meredith will preside over meetings and handle administrative duties. Council Member Jennie Robinson was elected President Pro Tem and Bill Kling as Third Presiding Officer.
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