2027 AYSO Tournament to Bring $9 Million Windfall to Huntsville

An already vibrant 2027 schedule for national sports events in Huntsville is getting crowded as 360 teams, an estimated 15-16,000 visitors and a projected $9 million addition to city business coffers will arrive for a two week summer soccer tournament that year. The dates for the tournament are June 29 – July 3, 2027.  At […]

Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with Dads’ Day at the Park

Huntsville Parks & Recreation will host Dads’ Day at the Park on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex in John Hunt Park. The event is open to the public and will feature live music, food trucks, sports-themed games, and a home run derby. Designed to […]

HPD Reminds Drivers: Slow Down for Summer Safety

As summer begins, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is urging all drivers to be more aware and slow down – especially on city streets and in neighborhoods where more people are out walking, biking, and driving. The Summer Slowdown campaign, running from June 9 through Aug. 12, is aimed at curbing dangerous driving habits and […]

Two Ways to Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Cat Month in June

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, and Huntsville Animal Services is celebrating in the best way possible—by helping cats and kittens find loving homes. From March to October, shelters nationwide experience an uptick in kittens and nursing cats. Whether you can adopt, foster or support Animal Services through donations, now is the perfect time […]

Steelcase Foundation grant to bolster local education nonprofit’s expansion into Limestone County

Free 2 Teach has received a $30,000 grant from the Steelcase Foundation to support its expansion into Limestone County. The funding will assist the organization in extending its services to teachers and staff at 20 additional schools within Athens City Schools and Limestone County Schools. “The Steelcase Foundation proudly supports Free 2 Teach and its […]

Village of Providence Set to Expand Residential Footprint with New Developer, Local Builders

The Village of Providence (VOP) will begin construction in June or July of this year on a new expansion of the neighborhood, Phase 13, adding 84 new housing units to one of Huntsville’s most recognized mixed-use communities. Ford Classic Homes, based out of Middle Tennessee, is taking over as the new development company for the […]

Huntsville’s Westward Expansion: What 4,000+ New Homes Mean for the City’s Future

Huntsville is no stranger to growth, but a bold new move is set to reshape the city’s future: the annexation of nearly 400 acres in Limestone County. This expansion opens the door to more than 4,000 new homes and positions Huntsville to meet surging housing demand while expanding its footprint westward.  In January, the Huntsville […]

Rural Communities Lead in Clean Energy Transformation

As the clean energy transition gains momentum nationwide, rural communities are emerging as key players in building a more resilient energy future. A recent webinar hosted by the nonprofit Groundswell brought together clean energy experts and community stakeholders to explore new solar initiatives across the rural South. While the technical discussion focused on contracting specifications, […]

Cornerstones of History: Walking Through Huntsville’s Black Business Legacy

On May 17, the Historic Huntsville Foundation (HHF) hosted its second annual “Cornerstones of History” walking tour, guiding residents through the city’s downtown core to explore the often-overlooked legacy of Black masons, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders who helped shape Huntsville’s economy and culture after the Civil War. Led by HHF Executive Director Donna Castellano and […]

Madison honors top employees during city council meeting

The start of a torrential downpour momentarily stole the attention of people gathered for the regular meeting of the Madison City Council, but business at hand soon commenced and demanded full attention. Leading the agenda was a presentation honoring Employee of the Year Roger Bellamy, Police Officer of the Year Josh Collins and Firefighter of […]