New Executive Director poised to lead the South Huntsville Main Business Association into new era

Change has been a key word throughout South Huntsville. Changes to Memorial Parkway, to various key developments in the area, and to dining and retail options have brought a certain revitalization to the area. Alongside these new developments, the South Huntsville Main Business Association recently welcomed Madison Roberts as their new Executive Director with the […]

Alabama A&M announces multiple partnerships aimed at student growth

HUNTSVILLE, AL – During its regular Board Meeting October 26, 2023, the Alabama A&M University Board of Trustees paved the way for several new partnerships and programs to enhance recruitment and expand opportunities for students. The Board received University-wide updates from President Daniel K. Wims and Cabinet leadership and entertained several key initiatives during Magic […]

Pryor Field announces expansion via new multi-million dollar additions

Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) is growing yet again, with a new taxiway and access road underway on the northwest side of the airport.  Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) in Tanner, AL, broke ground this month on a concrete taxiway and access road that stems off of the existing parallel taxiway for Runway 18/36. This […]

Huntsville Emergency Medical Services announces important community merger

HUNTSVILLE, AL – The board of directors of Huntsville Emergency Medical Services, Inc. (HEMSI) has approved an agreement for the non-profit ambulance service to join the Huntsville Hospital Health System. The merger is effective January 1, 2024, according to a joint announcement from both entities.  Jeff Samz, CEO of Huntsville Hospital Health System, mentioned that […]

MidCity to add Alabama’s first location of upscale Southern dining experience

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Huntsville’s food scene has grown with the recent population boom of the past few months. Now, a Southern favorite plans to grace the Rocket City next year. RCP Companies recently announced its newest addition to the MidCity District, Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar. In 2024, the beloved Southern eatery will begin […]

Redstone Gateway announces completion of much anticipated development

HUNTSVILLE, AL –  Much to the excitement of North Alabama workers and traveling employees alike, the completion of a new addition to the ever expanding Redstone Gateway, a joint venture between COPT Defense Properties and Jim Wilson & Associates LLC, was just announced yesterday. The 150-room Fairfield by Marriott plans to open tomorrow, November 2, […]

Downtown historic location recognized by the National Park Service

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Huntsville’s own Harrison Brothers Hardware Store and the Historic Huntsville Museum have been designated by the National Park Service as part of the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network.  The brick building in which the historic store resides was constructed by father-son architectural team Henderson and Daniel Brandon. After Emancipation, Henderson, who had […]

Council provides updates on City Hall; approves demolition

HUNTSVILLE, AL – The common-place idiom “out with the old, in with the new” was very much alive this past week during the Huntsville City Council regular monthly meeting. With the new Huntsville City Hall set to open in April 2024, the City is moving ahead with plans to take down the current Administrative Building. The Council on Thursday approved a resolution […]

Huntsville Mayor in attendance for Hays Farm milestone

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Hays Farm helped cap off a beautiful fall in Huntsville with a milestone event for the development of South Huntsville. On Wednesday of last week, Hays Farm Homes celebrated the grand opening of their new model home with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Mayor Tommy Battle, along with the three Hays brothers, Jeff, John, […]

City unveils new statues at William Hooper Councill Park

Alumni of Huntsville’s first public school for African-American students were joined by Mayor Tommy Battle and City Council-members Devyn Keith and John Meredith for an unveiling of four bronze statues at William Hooper Councill Memorial Park.  “Today is an opportunity to look back, constructively, at the challenges that our community overcame, and the good that […]