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 […]

Cutting-Edge and Customer-Centric: Yard Robotics and the Future of Lawn Care

When Divya Thakur relocated from San Francisco to Huntsville in 2020, he didn’t yet know what would come next—but he knew he wanted to build something meaningful. A veteran of the robotics industry and former Director of Product Engineering at Cruise, Thakur brought with him an impressive résumé and an entrepreneurial spirit. What he hadn’t […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

SymbyAI secures new round of funding

SymbyAI, the cutting-edge AI company revolutionizing research and development, has hit a major milestone. The company, founded by Ashia Livaudais, recently secured a $2.1 million seed round at a $15 million valuation. With this funding, SymbyAI is accelerating its growth, expanding its team, and focusing on deploying its AI-powered platform to enterprise clients. Raising early-stage […]

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 […]

Sit Down With Success: A conversation with architect Jim Norton

With a career spanning over 30 years and nearly 1,000 projects to his name, Huntsville architect Jim Norton has built a reputation for thoughtful, high-quality design. Originally from Cookeville, Tenn., Norton specializes in both residential and commercial architecture, with a portfolio that includes everything from playhouses and office buildings to churches and custom homes. He […]

Connecting in the Rocket City: 10 Huntsville professional networking groups to check out

Huntsville’s thriving business community makes it an excellent place for anyone looking to expand their network. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, corporate leader, working parent, or a newcomer to the area, connecting with the right people can open doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and growth.  Fortunately, the Rocket City is home to various networking groups tailored […]

Planting joy: Local small business Botanica offers more than houseplants, gives customers community

Huntsville’s Botanica is a special gem for indoor plant collectors. The shop, located off of Governor’s Drive close to the heart of Huntsville, specializes not only in offering quality plants to customers, but also thorough education on how to take care of the potted flora.  Kitt Campbell, a longtime employee of the store, took over […]