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Pound hound Cosmo predicts an early spring at annual Ground Dog Day event
February 3, 2025
If winter’s got you feeling down, good news: spring might be closer than you think. At the fourth annual Ground Dog Day celebration at Huntsville Animal Services, Cosmo, a hound mix, predicted an early spring. His forecast, made with a bit of hesitation, aligned with an earlier prediction by Sand Mountain Sam, but it differed from Punxsutawney Phil’s forecast of continued winter. Cosmo, a bit shy and uncertain, was gently guided by [more]
Read MoreCity agreement with Breeze Airways to lead to more destinations
January 24, 2025
The City of Huntsville and Breeze Airways reached agreement on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will expand the low-cost carrier’s portfolio at Huntsville International Airport. Under terms of the MOU, Breeze will operate at least two weekly flights from Huntsville to Tampa, Orlando and Las Vegas for a total of six flights a week (24 flights per month). Breeze will receive $10,000 per month in base incentive payment to meet [more]
Read MoreCity votes to rename DEI to Office of Multicultural Affairs
January 23, 2025
The Huntsville City Council voted unanimously to change the name of the City’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) back to the Office of Multicultural Affairs, a title previously used from 2008 to 2021. Council Members Michelle Watkins and Jennie Robinson co-sponsored the renaming ordinance. Robinson said the name change provides an opportunity to ensure the mission of the department and to create a broad and intentional focus on inclusion that [more]
Read MoreApplications open for Civic Engagement Academy’s spring 2025 session
January 16, 2025
Citizens interested in learning about city government and making a difference in the Huntsville community are invited to apply for the Civic Engagement Academy’s (CEA) spring 2025 session. This free, eight-week program is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to become more involved in their community. Through a combination of classroom instruction and interactive activities, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of civic engagement. The Civic Engagement Academy [more]
Read MoreCold temperatures, icy roads pose hazards despite improving conditions
January 11, 2025
Although roads in Huntsville and Madison County may appear clear, icy conditions are creating hazardous driving conditions in the area. At 7 a.m., Huntsville Police and ALDOT closed the elevated sections of Memorial Parkway and I-565 access ramps, but were able to reopen them by mid-morning.“ While rain helped melt the snow yesterday, black ice formed overnight on roads, sidewalks and across parking lots,” Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency Director Jeff [more]
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