Entries by staff reports

New UAH Engineering Facility Reaches Topping-Out, Paving Way for 2026 Opening

HPM announced on Monday that the Raymond B. Jones Engineering Building at the University of Alabama in Huntsville has reached its topping-out milestone, marking the point at which construction has risen to its full height. The facility broke ground in April 2023, with work commencing in October 2024. Completion is anticipated for June 2026 in […]

Bank Independent’s Penny Camp Named to Leadership Alabama Class XXXV

Bank Independent has announced that Penny Camp, Executive Vice President and newly appointed Chief Administrative Officer, has been named to Leadership Alabama Class XXXV, a prestigious statewide leadership program that brings together accomplished professionals to foster stronger communities and a brighter future for Alabama. “Penny is a thoughtful, forward-thinking leader who deeply understands the importance […]

Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy celebrates milestone with official ribbon cutting on the Boulevard

Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy has opened the curtain on a new chapter with its move to the Boulevard in the historic Merrimack Mill district. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated space took place on August 13. Attendees included FPCTA leadership, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon, and […]

Sameer Singhal, CFD Research President & CEO, Joins Board of ServisFirst Bank

ServisFirst Bank has announced the addition of Sameer Singhal, President and CEO of CFD Research, to the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Advisory Board, effective September 2025. Singhal is the President and CEO of CFD Research, where he leads the company’s strategic vision and long-term growth. Since joining CFD Research in 2008, he held a variety of […]

Mary Kate Moore Joins ServisFirst Bank Team

ServisFirst Bank has announced the addition of Mary Kate Moore as a Private Banker for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. In this role, she will be responsible for developing and managing relationships, providing tailored banking solutions, and delivering personalized service to meet the complex financial needs of her clients. “We’re excited to have Mary Kate Moore join […]

Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® Announces Prestigious Annual Award Winners

The Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® (HAAR) has announced the winners of its annual awards, honoring professionals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the real estate industry and meaningful service to the Huntsville community. The awards recognize those whose contributions have significantly impacted both their profession and the region they serve. HAAR REALTOR® of the […]

Huntsville Among Cities Chosen for Outdoor Literacy Program

Families in Huntsville, along with several other cities, will gain new opportunities to learn and play outdoors through a collaborative initiative between PNC Grow Up Great® and the National Center for Families Learning. The PNC Foundation has awarded a $765,000 grant to pilot an updated version of the Let’s Learn Together Outside program, targeting select […]

Huntsville Lands Alabama’s First IKEA, Opening 2026

IKEA plans to open its first Alabama store in Huntsville in early 2026, the company announced on Tuesday. The Swedish home furnishings giant will take over space at the University Place Shopping Center, at 6125 University Place Drive, in the city’s bustling retail corridor. The location, just off Research Park Boulevard and accessible via Interstate […]

North Alabama International Trade Association Showcases New Brand at Space & Missile Defense Symposium

The North Alabama International Trade Association (NAITA) introduced its refreshed brand identity, updated website, and new promotional video during the 2025 Space & Missile Defense Symposium in Huntsville, Alabama. Representatives from the NAITA team and board members, alongside government officials, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber representatives, C3 Labs, and representatives from the Office of the Consulate General […]

Bank Independent Stadium Takes Shape in Florence

Birmingham-based program management firm HPM announced the topping out of Bank Independent Stadium at the University of North Alabama (UNA), marking the placement of the final structural beam. HPM is serving as program manager for the $65 million multipurpose facility, which is under construction on UNA’s campus in Florence. The project, which began in June […]