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City of Huntsville offices to close for New Year’s Day
December 29, 2025
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m. and Public Transit (Orbit and Access) at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Christmas holiday
December 22, 2025
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, Dec. 25, and Friday, Dec. 26, for the Christmas holiday. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation facilities and Municipal Court. Public Transit (Orbit and Access) will be closed at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed Thursday. Services will resume on Friday. All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24. Kids Space and Get-A-Way [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville officials unwrap West Huntsville Recreation Center
December 22, 2025
The holiday season is in full swing and City of Huntsville officials have unwrapped an early present for residents. A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the opening of the West Huntsville Recreation Center, a 27,350 square-foot facility that will meet a growing need in the fast-growing region. Mayor Tommy Battle, Santa Claus, Council Member John Meredith and Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett celebrate the ribbon cutting of the West Huntsville Recreation Center. “This center [more]
Read MoreStrong steps ahead: Registration now open for Girls on the Run
December 19, 2025
Parks & Recreation invites girls in grades 3-5 to build confidence with every stride by participating in the Girls on the Run 2026 season. The popular program is designed to inspire participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities and confidently stand up for themselves and others. Sessions run March 23 through May 16 and meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 4–5:30 p.m. To support the [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville officials hold celebratory ribbon-cutting to open The Park at Hays Farm
December 4, 2025
The City of Huntsville cut the ribbon to open The Park at Hays Farm, unveiling a versatile gathering space for both residents and visitors. Land for the nine-acre park was generously donated by the Hays family. “The Park at Hays Farm will be an invaluable addition to south Huntsville,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “As our city continues to grow, added park space is a valued part of our infrastructure.” Located at 801 Haysland [more]
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