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Huntsville advances 5 roadway and greenway projects
May 14, 2026
The City of Huntsville is moving forward with multiple roadway and improvement projects to enhance connectivity, ease congestion and improve multimodal transportation options for residents. The approved projects include: A $134,984 design contract with 2 The Point for a Jackson Bend connector with Haysland Road. A $3,064,650 construction contract awarded to Rogers Group for 1.5 miles of a new three-lane curb-and-gutter roadway near County Line Road and Old Highway 20. A $3,951,000 construction contract [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville outlines proposed TIF district for downtown economic development and infrastructure projects
May 14, 2026
The City of Huntsville presented plans for a proposed tax increment financing (TIF) district, known as TIF 9, that would fund major downtown infrastructure projects. The proposed $220 million TIF 9 would support expansion of the Von Braun Center (VBC), improvements tied to Huntsville City Schools and other public improvement projects across downtown and north Huntsville. It will provide approximately $200 million for expansion of the Von Braun Center and $20 million [more]
Read MoreCity invites public to Preservation Month panel highlighting Indigenous history and culture
May 14, 2026
As part of Historic Preservation Month, the City of Huntsville is proud to present “Telling the Full Story of America: Celebrating Indigenous Stories and Places in Huntsville,” a special public panel discussion exploring the deep, living history of Indigenous communities in north Alabama. The event is Thursday, May 21, from 5:30-7 p.m. on the sixth floor of Huntsville City Hall. Panelists will highlight key themes such as Indigenous presence in the Huntsville [more]
Read MoreSkyLume debuts as new landmark at John Hunt Park
May 13, 2026
Following the debut of SkyLume, the City of Huntsville and Arts Huntsville are celebrating a new landmark at John Hunt Park that blends public art, community identity and civic investment. Arts Huntsville, in partnership with the City of Huntsville, officially unveiled SkyLume on May 13 during the Huntsville City Football Club match at Joe Davis Stadium. The 60-foot illuminated sculpture now stands at the roundabout entrance to the stadium and festival [more]
Read MoreHuntsville reaffirms commitment to Space Command with $45 million investment in Redstone Arsenal
May 13, 2026
The Huntsville City Council voted May 14 to authorize Mayor Tommy Battle to proceed with a $45 million donation to support Redstone Arsenal’s continued growth and the future permanent headquarters of U.S. Space Command. The investment includes approximately $15 million provided by the State of Alabama for senior leader housing built to military specifications. The remaining $30 million will support critical site improvements, utilities and infrastructure needed for construction of the [more]
Read MoreHuntsville 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 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 MoreTangled String Syndicate launches with John Paul White and Common Man show, June 4
May 6, 2026
The Huntsville Music Office is proud to announce the first official show presented by the newly formed Tangled String Syndicate, featuring an intimate headlining performance from Grammy Award‑winning artist John Paul White on Thursday, June 4. The concert will take place inside the newly enhanced Straight to Ale Speakeasy, offering a high‑fidelity listening environment befitting the Tangled String brand’s legacy and vision, and will also feature Huntsville’s own Common Man as [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit offering free Orbit rides for cyclists, May 11–17
May 6, 2026
To celebrate Bus & Bike Week May 11–17, Huntsville Transit will offer free Orbit fixed‑route rides for passengers traveling with a bicycle. The annual promotion is part of Healthy Huntsville’s Bike Month, which encourages residents to explore eco‑friendly transportation options by pairing the convenience of public transit with the freedom of cycling. “Bus & Bike Week is our no‑cost invitation to the community to try Orbit and see just how easy [more]
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