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Air Quality Forecast March 18, 2024

March 18, 2024 Click to view Air Quality Forecast March 18, 2024

AIR QUALITY FORECAST FOR HUNTSVILLE

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Huntsville approves design contract for Big Spring Park expansion

March 14, 2024 Click to view Huntsville approves design contract for Big Spring Park expansion

As work nears completion on the new City Hall, leaders are making plans for the expansion of Big Spring Park. The current Administration Building on Fountain Circle will be demolished following the transition to the new City Hall and the building site will be added to the park. The City approved a contract with Bostick Landscape Architects to design the implementation of the site into the park. Mayor Tommy Battle said the [more]

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Traffic Alert: St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 14, 2024 Click to view Traffic Alert: St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Weather permitting, motorists should expect traffic delays in downtown Huntsville Saturday, March 16, for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Road closures will begin as early as 10 a.m. The parade starts at Lot K on the corner of Woodson Street and Holmes Avenue and proceeds through downtown Huntsville. Other streets impacted include Jefferson Street from Monroe Street to South Side Square, Washington Street from Southside Square to Monroe Street and Meridian [more]

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Huntsville Music Office to host Quarterly Meetup March 19

March 13, 2024 Click to view Huntsville Music Office to host Quarterly Meetup March 19

Curious about what’s happening with Huntsville’s bustling music scene? Learn more about ongoing initiatives and upcoming events at the HSV Quarterly Music Meetup on Tuesday, March 19. Hosted at Mars Music Hall at the Von Braun Center from 6-8 p.m., this free event offers an opportunity for musicians and stakeholders to connect and collaborate. Concessions will be available for purchase. In addition to networking with peers and fellow music enthusiasts, attendees will [more]

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Third annual Eggstravaganza returns to John Hunt Park on March 23

March 11, 2024 Click to view Third annual Eggstravaganza returns to John Hunt Park on March 23

Get your Easter baskets ready and hone your hunting skills as the third annual Eggstravaganza is returning to John Hunt Park. One of Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s biggest annual events, the free community egg hunt for ages 12 and under is Saturday, March 23, from 9-11 a.m. Plenty of free parking is available at the Jaycee Community Building (2180 Airport Road SW) and the nearby Joe Davis Stadium site. In case of [more]

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Your Lucky Charm may be waiting at Huntsville Animal Services

March 7, 2024 Click to view Your Lucky Charm may be waiting at Huntsville Animal Services

If you’re searching for your lucky charm this March, look no further than the four-legged friends available for adoption at Huntsville Animal Services. During the month of March, Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for most adult dogs to encourage adoptions. “We believe the luckiest a dog can get is to find a good home,” said Animal Services Interim Director Virgie Graham. “We have dogs eager to be companions and more than [more]

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Sign up for Huntsville roadwork alerts

March 7, 2024 Click to view Sign up for Huntsville roadwork alerts

As temperatures rise, so does the peak season for infrastructure projects crucial for our community. That means the City’s Engineering and Public Works departments may implement temporary road closures or lane reductions during ongoing work. Stay informed by signing up for roadwork alerts to learn about affected areas and potential impacts. Choose to receive alerts via text, email, or both for your convenience. While you’re at it, don’t forget to subscribe [more]

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Improvements coming to busy District 5 intersection

March 7, 2024 Click to view Improvements coming to busy District 5 intersection

Once again, your voices have been heard. Motorists traveling on Balch and Capshaw Roads asked for turn lanes to alleviate traffic concerns where the roads intersect. Collaboration between Council Member John Meredith and Madison County Commissioner Phil Vandiver resulted in a major road improvement that will add left turn lanes on both roads. Construction is underway and construction is expected to take about three months.

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Council Member John Meredith provides funding for District 5 nonprofits

March 7, 2024 Click to view Council Member John Meredith provides funding for District 5 nonprofits

Council Member John Meredith used a portion of his District 5 Council Improvement Funds to support two district-based community organizations. Meredith allocated $10,000 to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women – Greater Huntsville Area Chapter to support an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program. A $10,000 appropriation to CNI Solutions will support the implementation of financial literacy programs and creation of other transformative opportunities for underserved communities.

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Council Member Meredith offers cheers for first responders after ice storm

March 7, 2024 Click to view Council Member Meredith offers cheers for first responders after ice storm

Council Member John Meredith, left, presents a resolution commending the work of first responders to, from left, Fire & Rescue Chief Mac McFarlen, General Services Director Ricky Wilkinson and Police Chief Kirk Giles. Council Member John Meredith co-sponsored a resolution, along with Council Member Jennie Robinson, recognizing the unwavering efforts of the City’s first responders and Fleet Services employees during the historic January ice storm. The City’s Police and Fire & [more]

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