News & Updates
Strong steps ahead: Registration now open for Girls on the Run
December 19, 2025
Parks & Recreation invites girls in grades 3-5 to build confidence with every stride by participating in the Girls on the Run 2026 season. The popular program is designed to inspire participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities and confidently stand up for themselves and others. Sessions run March 2 through May 18 and meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 4–5:30 p.m. To support the [more]
Read MoreHuntsville’s Air Quality
December 19, 2025
AIR QUALITY INDEX, FORECASTS, & INFORMATION FOR HUNTSVILLE
Read MoreHuntsville gives final approval to three requested annexations
December 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville finalized approval of three requested annexations. The largest annexation is for 686.46 acres on the north side of Little Cove Road and on the east and west sides of U.S. 72 East. The land is expected to be used for potential commercial and industrial development. Also approved was the annexation of 36.54 acres on the south side of Martin Road and east of Electronics Boulevard. The land is [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves resurfacing contracts for more than 50 streets
December 18, 2025
The City of Huntsville approved two contracts for roadwork projects in the first phase of the 2026 fiscal year resurfacing budget. Grayson Carter & Sons Contracting LLC was awarded the bid for residential street resurfacing for $2,925,660. Lambert Contracting LLC will handle concrete and ADA upgrades under a contract worth $3,862,950. More than 50 residential streets are included in the first phase. The City has increased its resurfacing budget for 2026 by $500,000 [more]
Read MoreSecurity guard injured in University Drive shooting; pursuit leads to arrests
December 18, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is investigating a late-night shooting in the 6500 block of University Drive that left a security guard injured and led to a multi-agency vehicle pursuit and arrests. On Wednesday, Dec. 17 around 10 p.m., HPD officers responded to reports of a shooting in that area. Upon arrival, officers found a security guard suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators determined that two suspects wearing ski masks attempted [more]
Read MoreHuntsville-Madison County Public Library adds 50 new local albums to BLAST streaming platform
December 15, 2025
The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library has expanded its BLAST music streaming platform with 50 new albums from local artists across north Alabama, further strengthening the city’s growing music ecosystem. The newest collection, available Dec. 15, marks the seventh addition to BLAST since its launch in August 2021. The platform now features music from 245 artists and 279 albums, representing a wide range of genres including metal, Afrobeats, punk, spiritual, hip-hop, R&B, blues, [more]
Read MoreRocket City Marathon to bring road closures and delays to Huntsville
December 13, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will assist with traffic control and public safety efforts during the Rocket City Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 14. HPD officers, along with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, will be stationed along the race route to help ensure the safety of runners and assist drivers navigating through the City. Road closures will begin at 5 a.m. and remain in place as needed throughout the [more]
Read MoreHPD renews call for information in the abduction of Ronald Dumas Jr.
December 13, 2025
As the one-year mark approaches in the abduction of Ronald Dumas Jr., the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is renewing its request for information that could help investigators and provide answers to his loved ones. Dumas was reported missing on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. Surveillance footage later confirmed his last known sighting on Sunday, Dec. 15, at a liquor store on University Drive. Evidence shows that after leaving that location, he would later be taken against his will. Arrest [more]
Read MoreWith growing missions from multiple tenants, Redstone Arsenal continues to flourish
December 12, 2025
Gen. Stephen Whiting, Commander of U.S. Space Command, emphasized the strength of the partnerships that make Huntsville a critical hub for innovation, readiness and mission success during a keynote speech at the annual Redstone Update. Gen. Whiting highlighted the accelerating pace in space, and the essential role Redstone Arsenal plays in meeting emerging threats. Whiting noted that Huntsville’s unique ecosystem – a blend of federal agencies, high-tech companies, academia and a [more]
Read MoreCity, community partners open warming centers this weekend due to frigid temperatures
December 12, 2025
With dangerously cold temperatures expected over the weekend, the City of Huntsville and other local organizations will open warming centers for the community on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures will drop into the teens Sunday night and remain below freezing until mid-day on Monday. The City is working with local partners to open warming centers at the following locations: Community Warming Center – The Livin’ Room (2820 Governors [more]
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