New I-565 Interchange in Madison Opens, Enhancing Connectivity and Economic Growth

The long-awaited westbound I-565 interchange at Town Madison Boulevard officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, attended by city and state officials. The new interchange is expected to bolster business activity, improve regional accessibility, and support the growing economic landscape of Madison and its surrounding communities. The project included the construction of westbound on- and […]

Shooting stars: CUSA program champions Huntsville’s career options

A launch occurred at the Conference USA Basketball Championships last week, but it wasn’t a jump shot at the Von Braun Center. Instead, CUSA started its “Stars of Tomorrow‘’ program, an initiative the league devised to combine sports and career development to offer top students from member institutions an opportunity to engage with industry professionals […]

Police advisory council reaches out for community concerns, suggestions

Members of the Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Committee (HPCAC) want to be clear. The body formed in 2010 serves as a bridge between the community and law enforcement. The panel is not part of nor governed by the force. Likewise, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) isn’t beholden to the council. Current HPCAC board members say […]

Bank Independent Launches Food and Family Share Initiative to Support Local Families in Need

Bank Independent has announced the launch of Food and Family Share, in partnership with WAFF and Mix 96.9, starting on March 10th. For the past 11 years, Bank Independent has hosted the Food Share drive to help fight food insecurity in local communities. This year, the initiative expands to include the Family Share component, collecting […]

Madison County Commission discusses raises for local elected officials

At last week’s Madison County Commission meeting, area commissioners discussed potential raises for local elected officials.  The discussion began with item nine on the meeting agenda: “Resolution regarding Madison County Sheriff’s Compensation.” Madison County Attorney Jeff Rich described the resolution. “This resolution is before you for consideration with regard to requesting the legislature to approve […]

Huntsville/Madison County Convention and Visitors Bureau reveals new brand

As Madison County continues to grow and evolve, many local businesses and organizations are looking for ways to stay aligned with the region’s upward momentum. One such organization taking the lead on moving forward with the city’s growth is the Huntsville/Madison County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). Late last week, the CVB launched its new […]

Huntsville Beautification Awards: Nominations now open

The City of Huntsville is now accepting applications for the 2025 Huntsville Beautification Awards. The deadline to submit an entry form is Monday, April 7. A $50 fee is required for each property nominated.  Payment can be submitted via PayPal for digital nominations or by check mailed to P.O. Box 738, Huntsville, AL 35804. Checks […]

Bank Independent names Sabrina Rouse as sales manager of Athens Downtown

Bank Independent has announced that Sabrina Rouse has been named Sales Manager of the Athens Downtown Sales Office. An Athens native, Rouse brings valuable experience to the role, having gained a solid foundation in customer service and community banking through her work in the bank’s sales offices. “We are thrilled to welcome Sabrina as the […]

Building the future: Huntsville’s 2025 State of the Schools highlights workforce readiness, teacher support, and student success

Last week, the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce and The Schools Foundation (TSF) hosted their State of Schools breakfast at the Von Braun Center. Huntsville/Madison County Chamber’s 2025 Board Chair Jeff Samz opened the event, introduced notable attendees, and updated attendees on the chamber’s efforts in supporting all three school systems.  “In the Chamber’s 2025 […]

Demolition begins at old City Hall ahead of Big Spring expansion

Bulldozers moved in last week and began tearing down a City Hall building that had been part of Huntsville’s downtown skyline since 1965—a bustling time when the Rocket City played a starring role in the Space Race. But after nearly 60 years and with structural issues, the building had become obsolete. Huntsville built a larger, […]