Big Spring Park East to Gain 2.4 Acres of Public Greenspace

Big Spring Park, a well-known civic and cultural space in downtown Huntsville, is set to expand with new amenities aimed at enhancing opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and community use. City leaders presented the final designs for the transformative expansion of Big Spring Park East to the Huntsville Planning Commission for approval on June 24. The […]

Go Build Alabama to Host June 17 Hiring Event

Go Build Alabama is scheduled to host a free hiring event on Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calhoun Community College’s Advanced Technology Center. The event aims to connect job seekers with opportunities in commercial construction. Demand for skilled workers continues to rise as commercial construction projects expand across North Alabama, […]

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 […]

Steel, Safety, and the Stakes of Progress: RNGD Celebrates Milestone Amid Rising OSHA Concerns

In a ceremony both celebratory and symbolic, RNGD contractors placed the final steel beam atop the Lewter District development on Tuesday, marking a key milestone in one of Huntsville’s most anticipated mixed-use projects. But as the beam was raised into the spring sky, the moment also underscored the broader conversation unfolding at the national level—about […]

Madison County Businesses Offer Workforce Education Options to Help Fill Skilled Trades Gap

Last week, the Go Build Alabama campaign launched its updated training page, a centralized resource for skilled trades education in the Yellowhammer State.  The training page features a user-friendly directory of training opportunities, including high school career tech programs, apprenticeships, college pathways, and industry-specific certifications.  Go Build Alabama is a campaign that was created by […]

Kling addresses community issues at District 4 town hall

Bill Kling is on a first name basis with his constituents. That’s the way it is when you’ve been holding down a seat on the Huntsville City Council forever. That’s a stretch, but he was first elected to the post in 1988. “Kling,’’ however, is the way one of his neighbors refers to the distinguished […]

New retail development announced in Jones Valley

A new retail development is planned for the Jones Valley area, with completion expected in spring 2026. Lendon Corner, a shopping center that will feature up to four retail spaces, will be developed by Crunkleton Commercial Real Estate. The new development will be anchored by Sweet Pineapple, a locally-owned gift boutique established in 2013 by […]

Toyota Field Upgrade: Madison Council Faces Decision on $30M or $7M Option

Two options are on the table for the Madison City Council to choose from as it looks to upgrade Toyota Field, home to the Double-A Southern League Rocket City Trash Pandas, to be in compliance with Major League Baseball’s standards for minor league facilities. One option would cost $30 million, the other $7 million. The […]

Robins & Morton completes renovation of Signature Aviation Terminal at Huntsville Airport

Construction firm Robins & Morton has completed the renovation and expansion of Signature Aviation’s private terminal at Huntsville International Airport. The upgraded facility will accommodate private, corporate, and government aviation clients. The project involved a 5,000-square-foot renovation and a 2,500-square-foot expansion, featuring a redesigned entrance and a stylish new interior. The upgraded space includes spacious […]