Criminal investigation highlights busy Spring start for City of Huntsville

In a recent Huntsville City Council session, a series of resolutions and ordinances took center stage amidst fraud allegations and an ongoing criminal investigation with the Huntsville Eastern League, capping off a busy start to the Spring season for the city.  Land parcel acquisition for Graham Greenway Project Shane Davis, the Director of Urban & […]

Big Spring Park expansion plans unveiled as City Hall project nears completion

As the construction of the new City Hall approaches its final stages, municipal leaders are looking ahead to the revitalization of Big Spring Park in Huntsville. The forthcoming transition to the new City Hall will mark the end of an era for the current Administration Building on Fountain Circle, slated for demolition. However, the site’s […]

Huntsville quarterly Music Meetup to showcase upcoming initiatives and events

Excitement is building in Huntsville’s vibrant music community as the city gears up for the HSV Quarterly Music Meetup scheduled for Tuesday, March 19. Set to take place at Mars Music Hall at Von Braun Center from 6-8 p.m., this free event promises to be a gathering of musicians, stakeholders, and music enthusiasts alike. Attendees […]

Singing River Trail’s $18.4 million Reconnecting Communities & Grants sees approval

In a bid to foster connectivity and promote historical preservation, the Singing River Trail’s (SRT) latest initiative, the “Dr. Bill Sims Hike-Bike Way on the Singing River Trail: Reconnecting Old Town to Decatur’s Riverfront” project, has been approved. In partnership with the City of Decatur and the Decatur Morgan County Tourism’s Board of Directors, SRT’s […]

GE Aerospace to invest more than $16 million to boost local manufacturing and workforce size

GE Aerospace has unveiled plans for a massive investment of $650 million into its manufacturing facilities and supply chain this year, which includes a $16.8 million investment at its Huntsville site. The initiative aims to ramp up production capabilities and enhance quality standards, thereby fortifying its support for both commercial and defense customers. In Huntsville, […]

National trend towards sustainable fashion takes root in Huntsville businesses

The concept of sustainable fashion has grown in popularity in recent years, as U.S. consumers have become more aware of the environmental and human costs of fast fashion.  In stark contrast to fast fashion, sustainable fashion prioritizes worker well-being, environmental consciousness, and waste reduction.  Secondhand shopping is one way that shoppers can reap the benefits […]

Will Huntsville real estate always be affordable?

Huntsville, AL has been a media favorite from US News and World Report, Southern Living, Money Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal. A common thread amongst these reports has been the uncanny affordability of homes within our city.  A few years ago, you could purchase a nice starter home in one of the area’s best […]

Hundreds of local businesses shine with Best Place for Working Parents designation

The Best Place for Working Parents® (BP4WP) is a growing national network of business leaders who are showing that family-friendly policies are business-friendly policies.  The organization, which can be found in ten U.S. states, established a partnership with the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Foundation in June 2022.  As of February 2024, 100 Huntsville-area businesses have earned […]

Huntsville Convention & Visitors Bureau announces staff promotions

HUNTSVILLE, AL – The Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has announced the promotion of several team members. Pam Williams is the new Vice President of Tourism, succeeding Jennifer Moore, who was named CVB President and CEO, last fall. Ms. Williams, formerly Tourism Sales Manager, has been with the Convention & Visitors Bureau since 2005, and […]

WellStone announces hiring event to support critical community need

HUNTSVILLE, AL – According to the National Institute for Health Care Management Foundation, a shortage of mental health care workers continues across the US. It’s a national situation that is affecting the mental health landscape right here in the Tennessee Valley. Following this news, Wellstone has announced a Spring Hiring Event on Friday, March 8, […]