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Green Ambassador program expanding reach in Huntsville-area schools
August 30, 2024
From Joel Donelan’s perspective, environmental education doesn’t have to be limited to science. It flows seamlessly into literacy, math, and social studies as well. As Green Team’s Environmental Education Coordinator, Donelan works to bring those concepts to Huntsville-area schools as part of the Green Ambassador program. Donelan frequently meets with educators to raise awareness about the Green Ambassador program and the curriculum that’s expansive enough to reach kindergarten students to high [more]
Read MoreDeidra Bigham is a volunteer’s volunteer for Green Team
August 29, 2024
Deidra Bigham is a volunteer’s volunteer. She intentionally scheduled her Adopt-a-Spot cleanup on Drake Avenue for Sept. 7 so she could participate in Green Team’s cleanup at Hillendale Park as part of National Cleanup Day. “My whole life is always trying to find interesting and fun ways to give back to my community,” Bigham said. “That’s just who I’ve always been.” Bigham has adopted a section of Drake Avenue from Gate 8 on [more]
Read MoreHow to get cleanup supplies from Green Team
August 29, 2024
National Cleanup Day is Saturday, Sept. 21 and help is needed for our community cleanup at Hillendale Park. Groups are always welcome! But Green Team is always ready to support you or your group on a cleanup as the City works toward a litter-free community. Call us Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and we’ll get you set up with everything you need to make a difference: Gloves, [more]
Read MoreHappening at Hays: Kayaking at Cherokee Landing
August 29, 2024
Have you visited the Hays Cherokee Landing kayak launch point on the Flint River at Hays Nature Preserve? Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Huntsville in 2017 helped build this needed access point to the Flint River and it’s become a local favorite. The launch point can be reached via the Flint River Greenway at Hays Nature Preserve and it’s an ideal spot for kayakers of all skill levels. Don’t forget your dry [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Beautification Board recognizes more than 300 properties
August 22, 2024
The Huntsville Beautification Awards celebrate those organizations in Huntsville that enhance the city’s appearance through their above-and-beyond efforts to landscape and maintain their properties. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle presents a plaque at the 49th annual Huntsville Beautification Awards on Aug. 22, 2024. Mayor Tommy Battle and City Council members, in conjunction with the Huntsville Beautification Board, recognized more than 300 properties at the 49th annual Beautification Awards ceremony. “It truly is a celebration [more]
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