News & Updates
Huntsville Music Office & Downtown Huntsville, Inc. announce full 2026 lineup for 805 After Five series
May 12, 2026
The Huntsville Music Office and Downtown Huntsville, Inc. are excited to announce the full 2026 artist lineup for the 805 After Five concert series. The free outdoor music series returns to Butler Green at Campus No. 805 every third Thursday from May through October, offering a dynamic mix of national touring acts and standout local talent. This year’s season kicks off Thursday, May 21, with Motherfolk, a Cincinnati-based band compared to My [more]
Read MoreSpin & Skate Teen Jam brings summer fun to Stoner Park Skating Rink
May 12, 2026
Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites students ages 13-18 to roll into summer fun at the Spin & Skate Teen Jam. The free event is Saturday, June 13, from 4-7 p.m. at Stoner Park Skating Rink, 3723 Bragg St NW. The event will feature a DJ spinning the hottest tracks while teens enjoy roller skating in a fun, high-energy atmosphere. “Spin & Skate Teen Jam is all about creating a fun space where [more]
Read MoreHuntsville’s Air Quality
May 12, 2026
AIR QUALITY INDEX, FORECASTS, & INFORMATION FOR HUNTSVILLE
Read MoreSupporting students at Oakwood University
May 11, 2026
While attending the Oakwood University Gold & Blue Scholarship Gala, I was privileged to present a check for $22,000 from the District 5 Council Improvement Fund to the school to support growth and success of its students. Huntsville is blessed to have an elite and a diverse collection of colleges and universities that prepare their students to enter the workforce in a wide range of careers.
Read MoreWelcoming Dragon Alley to MidCity District
May 11, 2026
I was glad to help welcome Dragon Alley to MidCity District, participating in the ribbon cutting for the Asian street food restaurant and bar at 1030 MidCity Dr. It’s a tremendous addition to MidCity, which continues to grow and provide more offerings not only to Huntsville but surrounding communities as well.
Read MoreFunding for Columbia High School girls track team
May 11, 2026
I’m always happy to support students at Columbia High School and recently presented a $5,000 check to the Eagles’ girls outdoor track team from the District 5 Council Improvement Fund. High school sports teach so many life lessons and I consider it an invaluable part of a student’s education. Accepting the check was Columbia track Coach Taylor Jones and Principal Lenoise Richey.
Read MoreAfter School Bash returns to support Huntsville teachers
May 11, 2026
A summer tradition with a purpose returns June 6 as the After School Bash brings the community together to celebrate local educators while helping equip their classrooms with much-needed supplies. The event, hosted by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), Huntsville Parks & Recreation and Free 2 Teach, will take place from 4-8 p.m. at Big Spring Park and feature bounce houses, interactive public safety demonstrations, local food trucks and vendors and [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Office helps launch national Association of Music Offices, strengthening music ecosystems across the country
May 11, 2026
The Huntsville Music Office is proud to join cities, states and industry partners from across the U.S. in announcing the launch of the Association of Music Offices (AMO), a first-of-its-kind national network uniting government music offices, community-based organizations and industry affiliates, including the Recording Academy. As a founding member, the Huntsville Music Office joins a collaborative effort to champion shared resources, amplify best practices and strengthen the cultural and economic impact [more]
Read MoreAbaco Systems ribbon-cutting
May 8, 2026
It was my honor to participate recently in ribbon-cutting festivities for Abaco Systems at their campus on Quality Circle. Abaco Systems produces quality, reliable products, technology and solutions used in military and aerospace programs on land, at sea and in the air as well as in commercial and industrial settings. I enjoy celebrating businesses who invest in Huntsville.
Read MoreRemembering the Binford family legacy
May 8, 2026
Preserving history is an immense responsibility and I was thrilled to help recognize the legacy of the Binford family in Huntsville at the March 26 City Council meeting. I presented a resolution to Dr. Henry Claxton Binford, retired professor emeritus of History in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University, and his wife, Janey Cyrwus, to accept on behalf of the Binford family – who were part [more]
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