Madison Community Center: A new hub for community and connection

The city of Madison, Alabama, celebrated the grand opening of its highly anticipated new community center on January 9, marking a significant milestone for the community.  With speeches from city leaders, council members, and community partners, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was a testament to the collaboration and vision that made this facility a reality. The journey […]

UAH Constellation Concert Series opens tonight

A collection of musicians with varied influences and playing an eclectic mix of instruments are set to perform at the Constellation Concert Series, presented by The University of Alabama in Huntsville. But the players have one thing in common besides music. “All three events feature our own music faculty as solo artists and collaborators,’’ said […]

Local laughs: Huntsville’s comedy scene takes center stage

As the city of Huntsville continues to grow in population and infrastructure, so do its citizens’ desires for more nightlife and live entertainment. Large venues such as the Von Braun Center, The Orion Amphitheater, and Levity Live offer shows from world class musicians, comedians, and other entertainers touring the country. Recently, social media platforms have […]

Local organization offers high-quality opportunities for lifelong learners

LearningQUEST’s spring term is right around the corner.  The organization, which partners with the Huntsville/Madison County Library, provides educational and enrichment opportunities to adult learners of all ages.  Most of the group’s meetings take place at the Downtown Library, with some gatherings occurring at the South Huntsville Public Library.  Groups that coalesce around specific interests, […]

Doing well by doing good: charity and taxes in North Alabama

The winter holiday season has always been a time for communities and individuals to come together and aid those most in need.  Not only is charitable giving a benefit in and of itself, but charitable donations to exempt organizations can also lower the taxable income for your household. Federal tax deductions are generally capped at […]

Local founders celebrated at gener8tor movie screening

The red carpet was rolled out at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center on the evening of December 12 for a special VIP Screening of Pioneers of Progress, a documentary that celebrates the most recent cohort of founders from gener8tor Huntsville programs.  This project highlighted not only the gener8tor and Gbeta startup programs, but also […]

Christmas fun in District 1!

Mark your calendar for an inaugural Christmas celebration happening this weekend in North Huntsville.  District 1 City Council member Michelle Watkins will host “A Claus for Celebration” on Sunday, December 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Johnson Legacy Center and Legacy Park.  The event, which is free to attend, will include complimentary hot chocolate, […]

Alabama Native Natalie Chanin’s journey from world traveler to sustainable fashion trailblazer

Renowned fashion designer Natalie Chanin says that as a child growing up in Florence, Alabama, she always planned to make it out of town and see the world.  Chanin’s girlhood dreams came true when she finished school and took to the road. She spent many years living between New York City and Europe, and picked […]

Medal of Honor recipient inspires at Huntsville Museum of Art’s ‘Voices of Our Times’ Program

Medal of Honor recipient Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Clinton Romesha was the guest of honor at the Huntsville Museum of Art’s “Voices of Our Times” program held on April 18.  Staff Sergeant Romesha traveled from his home in North Dakota to deliver remarks at the event, and to have a conversation with Lieutenant General (Ret.) Jim […]

Madison County tourism surges, setting records with $2.4 billion in revenue

The Alabama Tourism Department recently unveiled its 2023 Alabama Tourism Impact Report, painting a picture of growth and promising prospects for Madison County’s tourism sector. The report highlights Madison County’s continued prominence among the leading counties in the state, boasting impressive growth across various metrics. Key findings from the report include a 15% increase in […]