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Huntsville’s Air Quality
August 19, 2026
AIR QUALITY INDEX, FORECASTS, & INFORMATION FOR HUNTSVILLE
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services seeks community support after large intake of animals
August 18, 2026
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) took in dozens of pets Monday, Aug. 17, after they were removed from a home in Huntsville. The intake included 20 dogs and four cats, putting immediate pressure on the shelter’s kennels. As a result, the shelter capacity shifted quickly from Level 1 to Crisis Level 4. Although details remain limited due to an active investigation, HAS’ priority is the immediate care, safety and well-being of the animals. “We [more]
Read MoreFun for fall: Parks & Recreation’s 2026 Fall Program Guide is here
August 18, 2026
It’s still hot in Huntsville but the fall season is right around the corner, making now the perfect time to explore Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s 2026 Fall Program Guide. The seasonal guide features more than 150 free activities and special events designed to help residents make the most of the fall months. Offerings include strength and wellness programs, athletics, arts activities, outdoor recreation and family-friendly community events. The guide also includes a [more]
Read MoreCivic Engagement Academy application deadline is Friday, August 21
August 17, 2026
The City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs will be accepting applications for the fall 2026 cohort of the Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) until Friday, August 21 at 10 p.m. The CEA is a free program designed to help residents understand how local government works and how they can play an active role in shaping their community. Established in 2022 by community leaders Rhonda and Frank Broyles, the CEA has quickly become one [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves development agreement for Limestone County project
August 13, 2026
The City of Huntsville approved a project development agreement with WONDERLAND AL LLC for a mixed-use development at Graham Farms in Limestone County. The 300-acre development site is near Greenbrier Parkway and Mooresville Road and south of Huntsville Brownsferry Road. It is expected to be built out over 15 years with approximately 1,400 residential lots at multiple price points, 350 multi-family units and 250,000 square feet of retail space in a [more]
Read MoreSignalized intersection coming to Memorial Parkway access roads
August 13, 2026
Huntsville will soon move forward with changes to the access road intersection below the Memorial Parkway overpass between Drake Avenue and Airport Road. Colloquially known as “Useless Overpass,” the access road below the overpass will become a full signalized intersection. The changes will not affect Memorial Parkway traffic traveling on the mainline, however, there will be lane closures for those using the service road near this area. The City entered a construction [more]
Read MoreHuntsville takes step to replace bridge on Hobbs Island Road
August 13, 2026
The City advanced plans to replace a bridge on Hobbs Island Road, approving an engineering design services contract with AECOM Technical Services. Plans call for a new two-lane bridge to be constructed over Aldridge Creek near the Aldridge Creek Greenway about a half mile east of U.S. 231. The bridge and approaching roadway will cover about 3,000 feet of improvements. The design and permitting is anticipated to take one year with construction [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves construction contract for Orion Amphitheater parking deck
August 13, 2026
Construction will begin soon on the new parking deck at The Orion Amphitheater after the City approved a construction contract with Thrash Commercial Contractors Inc. The contract is for $32,950,000. The facility will have 924 parking spaces and be built across Amphitheater Drive from The Orion. The four-story parking deck will include three elevators and stair lobbies, decorative metal façade panels and surrounding landscaping. Construction is expected to be completed in April [more]
Read MoreHuntsville to prepare project plan for potential TIF district in Limestone County
August 13, 2026
The City of Huntsville took steps toward the creation of a potential tax increment financing (TIF) district within annexed portions of Limestone County. The City Council authorized the City to prepare a project plan for what would be TIF 8. Once the project plan is created, it will be presented to the City Council for its approval to create the TIF 8 district. Once a draft project plan is created, it [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves annexation of land in eastern Madison County
August 13, 2026
The City Council approved the annexation of 536.8 acres of land in eastern Madison County near Gurley. The land, known as Cleary Farm, is located on the south side of Little Cove Road and just east of U.S. Hwy 72. Private developers are planning to build 400-500 single-family homes on the newly annexed land. The area in the annexation is defined by the black shaded area.
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