News & Updates
Mayor Tommy Battle issues statement on Madison County Chair Mac McCutcheon’s retirement announcement
December 30, 2025
Mayor Tommy Battle issued a statement on Madison County Chair Mac McCutcheon’s announcement he will retire on March 1. “Today’s announcement marks the close of an extraordinary career of service by Mac McCutcheon, and I want to personally thank him for his many years of leadership, integrity, and friendship,” said Mayor Battle. “Mac has been an outstanding partner and a driving force behind our community’s success – from his early days [more]
Read MoreHPD DUI Task Force to honor lives lost during year-end holiday checkpoint
December 29, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will conduct its final traffic safety checkpoint of the year on Wednesday, Dec. 31. The checkpoint is part of the department’s ongoing efforts to reduce impaired driving and keep Huntsville roads safe throughout the year. This year’s checkpoint is dedicated to the memory of two women, Hannah Parton and a second victim whose name is being withheld out of respect for her family. These [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for New Year’s Day
December 29, 2025
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m. and Public Transit (Orbit and Access) at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are [more]
Read MoreSustainable New Year’s Resolutions
December 29, 2025
A new year brings the perfect chance to reset habits and renew your commitment to living in a way that supports a cleaner, healthier community. Sometimes the most meaningful actions start right in our own neighborhoods. If you’re hoping to create greener habits in 2026, here are some practical resolutions to consider: 1. Join (or Start!) an Adopt-A-Spot By joining or starting an Adopt-A-Spot crew, you commit that for one year you [more]
Read MoreThe Art of Pruning
December 29, 2025
Pruning is both an art and a science; the art is making clean, confident cuts, and the science is knowing when, where and how to prune so your plants grow stronger, healthier and more beautiful. So, why prune? Proper pruning keeps plants the right size, prevents weak branch structures, increases sunlight and removes dead or diseased wood. If you want to dig deeper, and discover the best times to prune, Alabama [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Christmas holiday
December 22, 2025
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, Dec. 25, and Friday, Dec. 26, for the Christmas holiday. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation facilities and Municipal Court. Public Transit (Orbit and Access) will be closed at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed Thursday. Services will resume on Friday. All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24. Kids Space and Get-A-Way [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville officials unwrap West Huntsville Recreation Center
December 22, 2025
The holiday season is in full swing and City of Huntsville officials have unwrapped an early present for residents. A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the opening of the West Huntsville Recreation Center, a 27,350 square-foot facility that will meet a growing need in the fast-growing region. Mayor Tommy Battle, Santa Claus, Council Member John Meredith and Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett celebrate the ribbon cutting of the West Huntsville Recreation Center. “This center [more]
Read MoreStrong 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 23 through May 16 and meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 4–5:30 p.m. To support the [more]
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]
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