Category: Top News
HPD to move Special Operations Division into new facility to accommodate growth
August 14, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) Special Operations Division (SOD) is relocating to a renovated space at 2411 9th Ave. to accommodate its growing operations and improve coordination among specialized units. The renovation will provide much-needed space for the department’s specialized units as they continue to grow to meet the demands of residents. The renovation will repurpose the former General Services Projects Office space on the first floor of the Lowe Mill Office [more]
Read MoreCity closes out 3 tax increment financing districts years ahead of schedule
August 14, 2025
The City closed out three tax increment financing (TIF) districts years before the due date, in a demonstration of Huntsville’s economic resiliency. On average, the three TIF districts closed 13 years early, completing the $31.4 million payoff. “To be able to pay off these TIFs well ahead of schedule is a monumental achievement,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. “Students and residents in Huntsville have been beneficiaries of this success and providing those [more]
Read MoreCity Council approves annexation of 572 acres in north Huntsville
August 14, 2025
The City Council approved the annexation of 572.48 acres in north Huntsville at Thursday’s Council meeting. The land is north of Bob Wade Lane and bisected by Mt. Lebanon Road. The Sam and Rosa Harris Family Farm LLC submitted the request for annexation. The land is expected to be developed through a master planning process for residential and commercial development. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at its Aug. 26 meeting [more]
Read MoreAlabama returns for 2025 Rocket City Classic presented by Akima
August 14, 2025
Crimson Tide to face Kennesaw State in Huntsville The 2025 Rocket City Classic presented by Akima will be a reunion in a familiar place as Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle announced that Alabama will face Kennesaw State at VBC Propst Arena on December 21. Mayor Battle announces the lineup for the annual Rocket City Classic at the Von Braun Center The Crimson Tide return for the second straight year to the Rocket City Classic [more]
Read MoreCity’s updated Major Street Plan approved by Planning Commission
August 14, 2025
An update on the City of Huntsville’s Major Street Plan by the City’s Planning Department provided a glimpse at the future while highlighting recent road improvements and popular traffic thoroughfares. In a recent presentation to the Planning Commission, City Planner James Vandiver gave an overview of the changes made to the Major Street Plan. The Planning Commission unanimously approved the updated Plan. Traffic moves along Research Park Boulevard, right, and University Drive, [more]
Read MoreAldridge Creek Greenway reopens
August 14, 2025
The Aldridge Creek Greenway has been restored and is now open for the public to enjoy. The Aldridge Creek Greenway is reopening today. The Huntsville-Madison County Railroad Authority and its contractors made swift progress the past two weeks to remove debris from the creek and repair the walking path. The City appreciates the support and cooperation of all involved and is excited to welcome everyone back to the Aldridge Creek Greenway.
Read MorePlanning Department to host multi-day public input session on University Drive study
August 14, 2025
As the City’s Planning Department continues its University Drive Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Planning Study, the public is invited to provide input during multi-day sessions at City Hall. The TOD study is analyzing the integration of public transportation and development along University Drive with a focus on three areas: Northwoods, University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) and MidCity District. The City’s Manager of Urban and Long-Range Planning, Dennis Madsen, gives a presentation [more]
Read MoreHPD DUI Task Force to increase impaired driving enforcement ahead of Labor Day
August 14, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will launch a citywide crackdown on impaired driving starting Friday, Aug. 15, with traffic safety checkpoints running through Tuesday, Sept. 2. The checkpoints are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, a coordinated effort to save lives by removing impaired drivers from the road. Photo Courtesy: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration “If you choose to drive [more]
Read MoreFirst use of Agent Billy Clardy III Act leads to major drug trafficking takedown in Alabama
August 13, 2025
The North Alabama Drug Task Force (NADTF), hosted by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), has successfully dismantled a large-scale drug trafficking organization in the first investigation conducted under Alabama’s newly enacted Agent Billy Clardy III Act. Details of the operation were announced during a news conference held Wednesday, Aug. 13. This landmark operation resulted in 23 indictments, the seizure of $4.8 million in illegal drugs, the recovery of $223,385 in U.S. [more]
Read MoreRegistration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation fall break camps opens Aug. 18
August 13, 2025
Huntsville City Schools students have exciting options for staying engaged during fall break, thanks to the City’s Parks & Recreation Department. Registration for fall break camps opens on Monday, Aug. 18, at 8 a.m. With the online registration platform, families can easily sign up for camps, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration process. “Our full-day and specialty camps allow students to stay active during school breaks,” said Dorianne Johnson, Superintendent of Recreation [more]
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