Police Academy Archives

Huntsville Police welcome 72nd Academy graduates to the force

July 3, 2025

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) proudly celebrated the graduation of its 72nd Police Academy Session on Thursday, July 3, recognizing a new generation of officers ready to serve and protect the Rocket City. Following 20 weeks of intensive training, the following graduates were officially welcomed into the ranks of HPD: Javier Dunyey Alexander Avery Parker Branner Torrey Refelle Cooper Thomas Sheridan Finke Onur Gunes Draven Gentry Harding Brandon Aaron Hopkins Salomon Nicholas Saez Huntsville Police welcomed eight new officers after they [more]

Step inside law enforcement with Huntsville Police’s citizens academy

February 3, 2025

The Huntsville Police Department seeks applications for its Citizens Police Academy, which offers a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement and a firsthand glimpse at how the department operates. The academy is a dynamic, hands-on program designed to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the community. Participants will gain insight into the operations, policies and challenges of modern policing through classroom sessions, interactive activities and ride-alongs with Huntsville police officers. Classes will be held weekly [more]

A Call to Be the Best: HPD accepting applications for officers

June 11, 2024

Answer the call and join one of the best public safety agencies in the country. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is accepting applications for its 72nd session of the Huntsville Police Academy, which begins in February 2025. HPD is proud to employ over 400 sworn officers who serve the community with courage, integrity, and professionalism. Officers come from diverse backgrounds, education and experience, reflecting the department’s commitment to inclusivity. “Our police department [more]

COVID-19 Shapes Fire & Rescue Response

March 20, 2020

Keeping our community safe is the top priority of the City of Huntsville’s Fire and Rescue Department. This includes protecting the health and safety of our Firefighters and EMS workers so they can continue to deliver the highest level of service to you and your family. As the outbreak of COVID-19 continues to unfold, it is important we all take steps to protect our first responders who are on the frontline of treating our citizens. Please follow [more]

City of Huntsville closure information for New Year’s Day Holiday

December 31, 2019

The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will be closed for all non-essential personnel on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1, and reopen on Thursday, January 2. Details can be found below on how this closure impacts some City services: Garbage Collection: Wednesday’s residential curbside collection will be picked up on Thursday, January 2. Households whose normal garbage pick-up day is on Thursday will have their garbage collected on Friday, January 3. Public Transit: Shuttle [more]

City of Huntsville Holiday Hours for week of December 24, 2018

December 21, 2018

City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed for non essential personnel on Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25 in observation of the Christmas holiday. Normal operating hours will resume on Wednesday, December 26. Garbage Pick Up Schedule for Week of December 24 City of Huntsville sanitation will not collect garbage on December 24 and 25. View the alternate garbage pick up schedule for the week of December 24. Public Transportation Holiday [more]