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From City Hall to Community Service: Zach Hester’s volunteer journey
July 30, 2026
When you ask Zach Hester what keeps him rooted in Huntsville, his answer comes easily: community. As a former City of Huntsville employee who supported City Council through communications and administrative work, Zach says he loved knowing his efforts made a tangible difference each day. He could see the impact on residents, on Council, and on staff—and that sense of purpose stuck with him even after moving on from municipal [more]
Read MorePlanting It Forward: Dig, Divide, Donate
July 27, 2026
Late summer into fall is a great time to refresh the garden and perennials are dynamic plants that can quickly fill a space when they’re planted in the right location. Dividing healthy, established plants provides plenty to share with friends, create a new garden bed, or fill bare spots in the landscape. Many perennials readily reseed, and volunteer seedlings often appear where they aren’t wanted. A little strategic thinning and dividing [more]
Read MoreSimple ways to reduce your carbon footprint
July 24, 2026
Most of our carbon footprint comes from simple, everyday habits—and that means we have the power to change it just as simply. Living sustainably isn’t just a personal choice; it’s a citywide commitment. The City is continually working to conserve energy, reduce litter and waste, expand the tree canopy, protect natural spaces and strengthen sustainability practices throughout the community. This month, Green Team Manager Niki Sothers shares practical ways we [more]
Read MoreAmerica 250: The volunteer spirit behind the Greatest American Cleanup
June 30, 2026
As America prepares to celebrate its Semiquincentennial, communities across the country are stepping up through the Greatest American Cleanup—a nationwide initiative launched by Keep America Beautiful in 2023. The effort challenges cities to reduce litter, beautify neighborhoods and inspire environmental stewardship. Huntsville embraced that challenge early. In 2023, Mayor Tommy Battle signed the Greatest American Cleanup Pledge on behalf of the City, committing Huntsville to measurable improvements and greater community engagement. [more]
Read MoreKick the Plastic Habit: Easy Wins for Plastic Free July
June 26, 2026
Every July, people around the world take part in Plastic Free July, a movement that encourages reducing single‑use plastics and making more sustainable choices. While eliminating plastic entirely isn’t always realistic, small changes throughout the month can reduce waste, protect wildlife and help keep Huntsville tidy. One of the simplest places to start is with plastic shopping bags. When not properly disposed of, they can become litter, clog storm drains and [more]
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