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Huntsville Fire & Rescue opens new fire station to boost safety and services in west Huntsville

August 1, 2024 Click to view Huntsville Fire & Rescue opens new fire station to boost safety and services in west Huntsville

Huntsville leaders officially opened Fire Station No. 20, a new facility designed to improve public safety response in one of the city’s fastest-growing areas and help homeowners save on insurance premiums. “This station is something we’ve needed for a long time to serve one of the fastest-growing parts of Huntsville,” Chief Howard McFarlen said. “It will ensure a faster response time to everything from fires and medical emergencies to crashes and [more]

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Donated Huntsville Fire & Rescue truck will help train next generation of firefighters

July 12, 2024 Click to view Donated Huntsville Fire & Rescue truck will help train next generation of firefighters

Huntsville Fire & Rescue Service is set to contribute to the training of future firefighters with the donation of a fire truck to the Madison County Career Tech Center. HFR Chief Howard McFarlen said the truck is a valuable training asset for the tech school. He acknowledged Driver-Engineer Heath Jones for originating the idea and for Jones’ efforts to facilitate the donation. “Heath knows firsthand the challenges of recruiting both career and [more]

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Huntsville issues fireworks ordinance reminder and holiday safety tips

July 3, 2024 Click to view Huntsville issues fireworks ordinance reminder and holiday safety tips

As the July Fourth holiday approaches, revelers are encouraged to be safe and follow the City’s fireworks ordinance. The City Council amended the fireworks ordinance in 2023, allowing nonexplosive, nonaerial sparkling devices, both ground-based and handheld, to be used, sold and purchased in the city limits. Residents are encouraged to enjoy City-sanctioned fireworks displays managed by professionals. Visit Huntsville.org for a list of activities. Safety tips Always have a water source handy to extinguish [more]

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City of Huntsville offices to close Wednesday for Juneteenth

June 14, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville offices to close Wednesday for Juneteenth

City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Wednesday, June 19, for Juneteenth National Independence Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Thursday, June 20. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed the week of June 17-21. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities will close except splash pads, which will be open [more]

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City of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day

May 22, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day

City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 28. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 27-31. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open from [more]

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Ignite your journey: Huntsville Fire & Rescue application process opens May 7

May 2, 2024 Click to view Ignite your journey: Huntsville Fire & Rescue application process opens May 7

If the opportunity to make a difference sounds appealing, Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) has a career waiting for you. Applications open Tuesday, May 7, for individuals seeking to embark on a life-changing career. Interested candidates can visit JoinHFR.com to apply or learn more about available opportunities. Mayor Tommy Battle speaks at Fire & Rescue kickoff announcement at Fire Station 1. Joining him from left is Capt. Cory Green and Fire Chief [more]

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City of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures

March 26, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures

The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will close Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen Monday, April 1, at 8 a.m. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there is no change to service. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule on Friday for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit services. Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities will be closed Friday but will operate on a normal schedule Saturday. [more]

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Huntsville-area public safety agencies team up for career fair

March 26, 2024 Click to view Huntsville-area public safety agencies team up for career fair

If you have a heart for public service, a career in public safety might be for you. The Madison County Public Safety Career Fair will be held Saturday, April 6, from 2-6 p.m. at Butler Green at Campus No. 805, 2620 Clinton Ave. Law enforcement representatives from Huntsville and Madison County address the media at a Public Safety Career Fair announcement on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the Huntsville-Madison County 911 [more]

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City of Huntsville services reopen Monday, Jan. 22

January 21, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville services reopen Monday, Jan. 22

The City of Huntsville will reopen on Monday, Jan. 22 at 6 a.m. This includes regular operating hours for all municipal departments and services. Residents should expect delays in garbage collection. Please place your can out on your regularly scheduled day and leave it curbside until Sanitation workers are able to collect.  

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City of Huntsville municipal offices closed Friday, Jan. 19

January 19, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville municipal offices closed Friday, Jan. 19

City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 19, due to continued travel issues from this week’s winter weather event. Offices were set to reopen at 11 a.m. today, but after reassessing road conditions, the decision was made to close to ensure employees’ safety. All offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22. The closure means court functions, government offices, services, trash collection and transit operations will not operate. [more]

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