The Catalyst Center Hosts Founder Lady Vowell Smith to Inspire Young Entrepreneurs

On April 17, The Catalyst Center’s “Strong Coffee Strong Women” series featured Lady Vowell Smith, co-owner of The Snail on the Wall, Huntsville’s independent bookstore. The morning buzzed with entrepreneurial energy as Smith shared how she turned a “bookstore without a store” into a thriving brick-and-mortar business. A Community-Driven Model Smith, a former English professor […]

Altitude trampoline park celebrated grand reopening with several new attractions

The energy was electric in Huntsville this past weekend as Altitude Trampoline Park reopened its doors with a spectacular three-day celebration from April 4–6. Located at 6275 University Dr. NW, Suite 14, the park has undergone a major transformation, offering an entirely reimagined experience for jumpers of all ages. The grand reopening was packed with […]

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 […]

A Conversation with Steve Whitman of All Needz Rental Center

For years, Steve Whitman built a career in the environmental industry, working in different parts of the country before realizing that financial success didn’t always equal happiness. Though he was making good money, the industry no longer excited him. At 35 years old, he made a life-changing decision to return home to North Alabama and […]

Huntsville named among world’s most innovative cities by Fast Company

Huntsville, Alabama, has secured a spot on Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025—a recognition that highlights the city’s forward-thinking approach to economic development. Huntsville stands alongside global powerhouses like Waymo, Nvidia, and Duolingo, making history as the first city to be included in this ranking. The accolade underscores Huntsville’s […]

Crews continue to move dirt for development as Huntsville City FC opens season

Construction crews were busy at various tasks on a sunny Thursday morning, some running excavators while others tended to jobs stretching across acres of real estate that sat empty for decades in front of what is now Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium. Ground was broken at the site just off South Memorial Parkway […]

City of Madison hosts ribbon cutting for Sunshine Oaks Park

The City of Madison recently celebrated the grand opening of Sunshine Oaks Park, a newly developed 40-acre recreational space designed to enhance community engagement and provide diverse outdoor activities. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on March 20th at 10:30 a.m., marked an important milestone in the city’s commitment to expanding green space and promoting outdoor recreation. […]

The Market at MidCity Opens for its Seventh Season

The Market at MidCity commenced its seventh season on Sunday, March 16, 2025, despite challenging weather conditions marked by mud and wind. The resilience of both vendors and patrons was evident, as a substantial turnout underscored the community’s commitment to supporting local enterprises. This weekly event, running from noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday until […]

Osteria LuCa Brings International Flavors and Community Spirit to Huntsville

Huntsville’s thriving culinary scene just got a little richer. Osteria LuCa, an acclaimed Italian eatery from Charlotte, North Carolina, officially opened its doors at Stovehouse on March 12. With its emphasis on authentic Italian cuisine and a heartfelt commitment to community, the restaurant brings not only exceptional food but also a distinctive dining philosophy.  The […]

Conference USA Basketball Championships adds millions to city coffers

The Von Braun Center crew was still trying to get Propst Arena flipped from hosting a gymnastics meet over the weekend in front of today’s start of college basketball tournaments. Monday night, on the heels of the “Elevate the Stage’’ gymnastics meet featuring Alabama,  California, North Carolina and Michigan State it looked as if workers […]