Mayor Battle Welcomes U.S. Space Command Commander to Huntsville

Mayor Tommy Battle welcomed Gen. Stephen Whiting, Commander of U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM), to Huntsville on September 8. The visit marks an important step as the city and Redstone Arsenal begin the formal transition to host Space Command’s permanent headquarters. Mayor Battle and Gen. Whiting previously met in Colorado Springs, but this visit marked Whiting’s […]

Space Command Headquarters Move Sparks Local Optimism — and Questions

Huntsville leaders gathered on September 3 for a press conference to outline what the permanent relocation of U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM) headquarters will mean for North Alabama. The event followed federal confirmation earlier this week that Redstone Arsenal is the official choice after years of evaluation and political debate. Preparing for Relocation Lucia Cape, Senior […]

Two opportunities to hear from national security expert Asha Castleberry-Hernandez

United Women of Color will serve as the title sponsor for a set of events featuring Asha Castleberry-Hernandez, a national security expert, author, Army veteran, former Biden-Harris administration appointee, and university professor. Castleberry-Hernandez will speak at three events during her visit to Huntsville from September 10 to 12. There are two opportunities to hear Professor […]

USA Patriots Amputee Softball Team Returns to Toyota Field for Annual Game

America’s amputee softball team, the USA Patriots, will take the field at Toyota Field on Saturday, September 13, facing off against AUSA Redstone-Huntsville in their annual matchup before the Rocket City Trash Pandas’ home game. More than a pregame exhibition, the event—organized by the Young Professionals of the AUSA Redstone-Huntsville Chapter—has become a tribute to […]

Huntsville Marks 15 Years of Cyber Leadership, CMMC Rules Reshape Defense Contracting

The Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus recently hosted a gathering of cybersecurity professionals, educators, and defense leaders to celebrate Cyber Huntsville’s 15th anniversary. Mayor Tommy Battle delivered the opening address, framing the milestone not just as a moment of pride, but as a pivotal juncture for Huntsville to reinforce its cyber readiness in the […]

Huntsville’s Federal Contracts Market Remains Strong Amid Uncertainty

As Huntsville continues to grow into one of the nation’s leading hubs for government contracting, national policy shifts under the Trump administration could spell change on the horizon for local businesses.   During a recent interview, Todd Overman, managing partner of Bass, Berry & Sims’ Washington, D.C., office and chair of the firm’s Government Contracts Practice […]

Huntsville’s Golden Dome: What We Know Now and What’s Coming Next

Huntsville, Alabama, is positioned to play a central role in one of the nation’s most ambitious defense initiatives. The Golden Dome missile defense program—a proposed multi-layer system combining space-based sensors, interceptors, and ground assets—aims to counter emerging missile threats, including maneuverable hypersonics and advanced cruise missiles. Announced by President Trump in early 2025, the program […]

Industry Day Spotlights Huntsville’s Role in Global Defense Partnerships

Changes were the order at this year’s 17th annual North Alabama International Association’s Industry Day at the Von Braun Center. This year’s event targeting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) was two days instead of the usual one, and expanded to include not only the U.S. Army but also the Navy, Air Force and Missile Defense Agency […]

The Next Battlefield Advantage Is Being Built in Huntsville

A witness summed up a recent demonstration of locally manufactured drones designed as battlefield weapons and for surveillance. “That is truly terrifying,’’ he whispered. With three hovering drones providing a menacing presence in the sky, the controller moved one forward to drop a mock explosive payload onto a ground target. A second drone was then […]

North Alabama International Trade Association Showcases New Brand at Space & Missile Defense Symposium

The North Alabama International Trade Association (NAITA) introduced its refreshed brand identity, updated website, and new promotional video during the 2025 Space & Missile Defense Symposium in Huntsville, Alabama. Representatives from the NAITA team and board members, alongside government officials, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber representatives, C3 Labs, and representatives from the Office of the Consulate General […]