News & Updates
Dink Pink in support of breast cancer awareness with Huntsville Parks & Recreation
October 8, 2025
Parks & Recreation invites pickleball players of all skill levels to visit participating recreation centers on Wednesday, Oct. 15, for the inaugural city-wide Dink Pink Pickleball Day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. The free open-play sessions welcome all skill levels and while healthy competition is welcome, players are encouraged to serve, rally and dink in honor of those affected by breast cancer. Players and cheering sections are [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police seek feedback for national reaccreditation
October 6, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is asking residents for feedback as it pursues reaccreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Residents can share their comments through CALEA’s online public comment portal, which is designed to gather input on HPD’s delivery of public safety services, community engagement, professionalism and overall performance. Comments may include commendations as well as concerns and will be reviewed directly by CALEA as part [more]
Read MoreFall cleanup: Keeping curbs, gutters free of leaves and debris
October 2, 2025
Make sure fallen leaves stay clear of storm drains Every fall, the red, gold and russet leaves falling across Huntsville offer a vivid reminder of the changing season. But those same leaves, if left unchecked in our curbs and gutters, can cause serious headaches for homeowners, motorists and the city alike. Flooding, street damage and safety hazards When leaves pile up along the curb or slip into storm drains, they can block vital [more]
Read More$25K reward offered in 2013 homicide of Lt. Colonel Alonzo McGhee
October 2, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD), in partnership with the Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division (Army CID), continues to investigate the 2013 homicide of Lieutenant Colonel Alonzo McGhee, with Army CID offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. On Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, around 10:30 p.m., HPD officers found Lt. Col. McGhee suffering from gunshot wounds in a driveway in the [more]
Read MoreReady for an adoption event out of this world?
October 2, 2025
Huntsville Animal Services is teaming up with our friends at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center for an adoption event on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 2 to 6 p.m. Staff will be set up in the grassy area near the main entrance in front of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center sign. Admission to the museum is not required to attend, so swing by, meet some incredible shelter dogs, and maybe [more]
Read MoreCelebrate Huntsville’s vibrant cultures at iFest on Saturday, Oct. 4
October 1, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Office of Multicultural Affairs is proud to support the International Festival of North Alabama (iFest) 2025, a vibrant celebration of global cultures, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jaycee Community Building, 2180 Airport Road SW. iFest is a free, family-friendly event open to everyone in the community. Attendees can enjoy a Parade of Nations, live traditional music, folk dance performances, fashion shows [more]
Read MoreHuntsville tunes up for Tangled String Music & Arts Festival this weekend
October 1, 2025
The Tangled String Music & Arts Festival returns, bigger and better than ever, to John Hunt Park this weekend, Oct. 3-4, bringing two days of live music, local art, food, community and unforgettable performances. Produced in partnership with Tangled String Studios, the festival is a marquee offering in Huntsville’s growing music landscape, featuring an exciting and genre-spanning lineup of nationally touring and regional artists, alongside local vendors, visual artists and interactive [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation’s scary fun Halloween event schedule
September 30, 2025
Looking for Halloween events for the whole family to enjoy? Huntsville Parks & Recreation has planned a spooktacular October schedule with plenty of Halloween events to choose from. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy one or enjoy all! Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and expect free candy at the variety of family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering community engagement. The fourth annual Halloween Party & Haunted House will [more]
Read MoreEnergy Savings Plan: Prep Your Home for Cooler Weather
September 30, 2025
Cooler weather is on the way, and with it comes the opportunity to save energy, lower utility bills, and reduce your carbon footprint. A little planning can help you take a proactive approach to energy efficiency this year. Seal and insulate – Drafts can account for up a decent percentage of heat loss in a typical home. Check windows, doors, and attic spaces for leaks and seal them with weatherstripping or [more]
Read MoreNative Wildflowers on a Budget
September 30, 2025
Transforming your lawn into a native habitat doesn’t have to be expensive. One of the most cost-effective ways to plant native wildflowers is by direct sowing seeds. Fall is the ideal time to plant, as it mimics nature’s cycle. In the wild, flowers “go to seed” after blooming—dropping seeds to the ground in late summer and fall. Many native species have better germination rates when seeds experience cool, moist winter conditions. [more]
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