News & Updates
City of Huntsville awarded $850,000 grant for transportation planning
May 3, 2024
The City of Huntsville received an $850,000 grant from the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) as part of a pilot program for land-use study along a potential bus rapid transit (BRT) corridor. Emphasizing three key areas along University Drive with the greatest potential for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) — Northwoods, University of Alabama in Huntsville and Mid-City — the study will explore unique prospects for residential and mixed-use growth catering to essential workers, [more]
Read MoreSeniors’ issues focus of mini-town hall
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will hold a mini-Town Hall with Willow Run Adventist Towers residents to discuss issues important to seniors in District 5. The event will be May 21 at 1 p.m. at Willow Run Adventist Towers, 1915 Rideout Drive.
Read MoreAttend District 5 town hall
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will hold a District 5 Town Hall on May 7 at 6 p.m. at Williams Middle School (155 Barren Fork Blvd.). Hear the latest D5 updates and bring ideas about how to make D5 an even better place to live.
Read MoreDistrict 5 forum
May 2, 2024
Council Member Meredith will host a District 5 forum with Madison County Probate Judge Frank Barger on May 6 at 4 p.m. at the Old City Hall (308 Fountain Circle) in the 1st floor Council Chambers. The topics for discussion are polling locations for municipal elections and voting integrity. The probate judge is the top elections official in Madison County. The forum can also be viewed on HSV-TV. Watch previous [more]
Read MoreNew school planned for District 5
May 2, 2024
Council Member John Meredith, right, talks with constituents at a town hall meeting. Council Member John Meredith took questions and provided updates on several topics at his April Town Hall at New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, located in an area that could see substantial growth over the next decade. Topics of interest included future commercial and residential development, infrastructure, traffic and schools. Council Member Meredith also revealed a new K-8 school in [more]
Read MoreExcitement for new City Hall
May 2, 2024
It’s an exciting time as the transition continues into the new City Hall. The ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening will be May 21 at 10 a.m. It’s an opportunity for residents to get a first look at City Hall and learn more about City government and services. Visitors will also be able to enjoy several public art displays throughout the building.
Read MoreIgnite your journey: Huntsville Fire & Rescue application process opens May 7
May 2, 2024
If the opportunity to make a difference sounds appealing, Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) has a career waiting for you. Applications open Tuesday, May 7, for individuals seeking to embark on a life-changing career. Interested candidates can visit JoinHFR.com to apply or learn more about available opportunities. Mayor Tommy Battle speaks at Fire & Rescue kickoff announcement at Fire Station 1. Joining him from left is Capt. Cory Green and Fire Chief [more]
Read MoreAdopt a Shelter Pet Day: Help Huntsville Animal Services clear the kennels
April 30, 2024
In the market for a new fur-ever friend? There are plenty available for adoption as Huntsville Animal Services seeks to clear the kennels for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, observed annually on April 30. Animal Services Interim Director Virgie Graham said the shelter is full after taking in 70 dogs last week. Beginning Friday, May 3, the shelter is waiving fees on most adult dogs and cats through Saturday, May [more]
Read MoreBuilding a better you: Fitness in the Park kicks off 2024 series on May 4
April 30, 2024
Limber up, stretch, hydrate and make plans to join the 2024 edition of Fitness in the Park. The series of one-hour workouts starts Saturday, May 4, in Big Spring Park East with Family Boot Camp, presented by Burn Boot Camp. Attendees who want to add to their workout are encouraged to stick around for the 15th annual Mayor’s Bike Ride & Block Party, also in Big Spring Park from 10 a.m. [more]
Read MoreMore volunteers boost local Great American Cleanup effort
April 28, 2024
As America freshens up the environment during the ongoing Great American Cleanup, Green Team is setting an ambitious pace to keep Huntsville clean. Just in the first three months of 2024, the Green Team numbers tell an impressive story: Number of cleanups: 127 (55 percent increase over the same time last year) Number of volunteers: 1,123 (33 percent increase) Volume of litter collected: 2,078 bags (149 percent increase) “We’ve got more volunteers activated and we’re [more]
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