News & Updates
Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s scary fun Halloween event schedule
September 30, 2025
Looking for Halloween events for the whole family to enjoy? Huntsville Parks & Recreation has planned a spooktacular October schedule with plenty of Halloween events to choose from. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy one or enjoy all! Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and expect free candy at the variety of family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering community engagement. The fourth annual Halloween Party & Haunted House will [more]
Read MoreEnergy Savings Plan: Prep Your Home for Cooler Weather
September 30, 2025
Cooler weather is on the way, and with it comes the opportunity to save energy, lower utility bills, and reduce your carbon footprint. A little planning can help you take a proactive approach to energy efficiency this year. Seal and insulate – Drafts can account for up a decent percentage of heat loss in a typical home. Check windows, doors, and attic spaces for leaks and seal them with weatherstripping or [more]
Read MoreNative Wildflowers on a Budget
September 30, 2025
Transforming your lawn into a native habitat doesn’t have to be expensive. One of the most cost-effective ways to plant native wildflowers is by direct sowing seeds. Fall is the ideal time to plant, as it mimics nature’s cycle. In the wild, flowers “go to seed” after blooming—dropping seeds to the ground in late summer and fall. Many native species have better germination rates when seeds experience cool, moist winter conditions. [more]
Read MoreMore highway digital message boards coming to Huntsville
September 25, 2025
The City of Huntsville and the Alabama Department of Transportation entered into a funding agreement that will place digital highway message signs along U.S. 72 East, U.S. 431 and U.S. 231. The agreement, finalized by City Council approval, totals $3.1 million. The Federal Carbon Reduction Program will cover 80% of the cost ($2.48 million) and the City will cover 20% ($640,000). The signs will be similar to the two that are located [more]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council approves $343 million operating budget for 2026 fiscal year
September 25, 2025
With more money for road resurfacing and an increase in staffing for police, the Huntsville City Council approved the operating budget as well as the City’s two capital improvement budgets. Mayor Tommy Battle proposed an operating budget of $343,723,103, which includes $30,417,499 for 60 outside agencies and rolls forward $7,854,424 in savings from the 2025 fiscal year budget. “I commend the Council for their diligent work in reviewing and approving the budget [more]
Read MoreGlaukos breaks ground on new research and manufacturing campus
September 25, 2025
Mayor Tommy Battle joined community and industry leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of Glaukos Corporation’s research and manufacturing campus in Cummings Research Park. Glaukos is a global ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases. “For decades, Huntsville has worked to build an environment where science, technology and advanced manufacturing thrive together in a community that knows how to [more]
Read MoreCity approves $9.98 million expansion of military museum at John Hunt Park
September 25, 2025
The City of Huntsville has approved a construction contract with Chorba Contracting Corporation for the expansion of the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum at John Hunt Park. The $9.98 million project, located at 2060 Airport Rd SW, will include the construction of a new pre-engineered metal building with insulated panels, modern storefront glazing, offices, a conference room and restrooms. Limited renovations and repairs will also be made to the existing facility [more]
Read MoreGreen Ambassadors raising the bar for Huntsville-area students
September 24, 2025
For Huntsville-area students in Green Team’s Green Ambassador program, the challenge is no longer about specific school-year projects. The students are learning they can make a career out of caring for the environment. It’s a raising of the bar for Green Ambassadors – the educational arm of Green Team – under the guidance of Green Team Environmental Education Coordinator Joel Donelan. Green Ambassador students exploring the creek at Hays Nature Preserve. “The program [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Ice Sports Center expansion ‘breaks the ice’
September 19, 2025
Tommy Battle, District 4 Council Member Bill Kling and Ice Sports Center (ISC) leadership traded shovels for pickaxes, breaking through blocks of ice at the celebratory groundbreaking of a major expansion at the ISC. The $44.6 million project will more than double the size of the facility, adding 118,822 square feet to the existing 83,934 square feet. The expansion features a new arena with seating for 1,254 spectators, a second sheet [more]
Read MoreWomen in Music Week wraps up with Melissa Etheridge & the Indigo Girls, Girl Jam, CulturA Festival and more
September 19, 2025
After more than a week of electrifying performances and inspiring collaborations, Women in Music Week is preparing to take its final bow with several weekend events. Presented by the Huntsville Music Office in partnership with Artemis Productions, the annual celebration of female artistry will culminate with a full lineup of free and ticketed events across the City. “This year’s Women in Music Week has exceeded our expectations in every way,” said Huntsville [more]
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