India Consul General boosts collaboration with Huntsville companies

While India and the United States share similar histories, both are former members of the British empire, they also share similar political systems as the two largest democracies in the world. The two nations also share economic interests that extend to Huntsville by linking local companies with India’s growing economy. “Of five or six of […]

Huntsville’s Community Development helps residents build a better life

“We do it house by house, day by day …” That’s the game plan for Huntsville’s Community Development Department – a change from days gone by. Years ago, the city would cite home owners whose houses would have shingles or siding missing, Mayor Tommy Battle said. “The folks who lived there, seniors or low income, […]

Huntsville to host Artemis II Splashdown Watch Party

In just a couple of days, the Orion spacecraft will splash down off the coast of San Diego and 3,000 miles away in the Rocket City, there will be a party. The City of Huntsville and Downtown Huntsville Inc. are hosting an Artemis II Splashdown Watch Party on Friday and everyone is invited. “This mission […]

Rep. Dale Strong Visits Drake State, Highlights Workforce Development on 65th Anniversary

U.S. Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) visited the Leidos Advanced Training Center on the campus of Drake State Community and Technical College yesterday, joining Drake State president Patricia Sims, faculty and staff to celebrate the enduring partnership between Drake State and the Huntsville community.  The visit celebrated the college’s 65th anniversary and its continued role as […]

Bank Independent launches Food and Family Share drive today

Bank Independent has announced the launch of its Food and Family Share initiative, which begins April 6. For the past 12 years, the bank has hosted the Food Share drive to address food insecurity in the communities it serves. Last year, the initiative expanded to include a Family Share component, collecting not only nonperishable food […]

L.L.Bean store at Bridge Street Town Centre is first in Alabama

Fittingly, the launch of the state’s first L.L. Bean store began with a T-minus countdown. And “3 … 2 … 1 … 0,” the ribbon was cut Friday morning in a ceremony at Bridge Street Town Centre as the outdoor apparel retailer made its footprint in the Rocket City. “Opening our first store in Alabama […]

MAC Global Promotions celebrates five years with launch of MAC Growth Partners

When Melissa Chavez cut the ribbon at Thursday’s celebration of the five-year anniversary of MAC Global Promotions, it wasn’t necessarily about the past but more about the future. The event at the company’s office at 2204 Whitesburg Drive launched MAC Growth Partners, the company’s strategic advisory division. “This isn’t about the last five years,” said […]

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville directs $19M into North Alabama, calls for strategic giving in 2026

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville highlighted its growing impact across North Alabama during its second annual State of the Community Foundation event at the Jackson Center on Thursday, March 26.  Melissa Thompson, CEO and president of the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, said the foundation continues to manage a growing pool of charitable assets. […]

Huntsville Utilities explains spike in winter bills, citing cold weather, system demand and TVA costs

Rising winter utility bills drew concerned residents to a Huntsville City Council meeting on Thursday, March 26. During a scheduled presentation that evening, Huntsville Utilities CEO Wes Kelley outlined the factors behind the increase that has caused significant public concern.  At the meeting on Thursday, March 26, Kelley stated that in January and February, the […]

Huntsville Music Office Kicks Off 2026 with Quarterly Meetup, Details New Economic Impact Study

The Huntsville Music Office launched its 2026 programming with momentum on Tuesday March 24th, drawing a standing-room-only crowd to the recently reopened Tip Top Cafe for its first quarterly music meetup of the year.   Artists, venue operators and community stakeholders gathered to hear updates on Huntsville’s rapidly growing music scene, as city leaders outlined upcoming […]