Kate’s Creations to open downtown storefront, launching box with items made by Huntsville small businesses

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Kate’s Creations is a Huntsville-based small business that offers custom-designed Huntsville and reader-specific merchandise. The company’s owner and founder, Kaitlin (Kate) McConnell is a local resident who enjoys creating stickers, tote bags, shirts, magnetic bookmarks, and other fun creations. McConnell is launching something new to the area, The Huntsville Creators Club Box. This box is […]

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Stephanie Hoaglin Joins Accenture Federal Services to Lead Army Logistics Modernization Initiatives

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Accenture Federal Services is pleased to welcome Stephanie Hoaglin to our team, where she will drive mission outcomes for the Army and Pentagon clients by leading complex logistics modernization and sustainment initiatives. With a career focused on transforming Army programs and logistics operations, Stephanie brings deep expertise in managing complex portfolios, optimizing sustainment activities, and […]

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New Hays Farm park anchors south Huntsville development rooted in generations of land stewardship

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The opening of The Park at Hays Farm in late 2025 marked a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of south Huntsville, adding a new urban green space designed to serve a rapidly growing part of the city.  City officials, community leaders, and members of the Hays family gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony at […]

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Dr. John Christy retiring from UAH; Dr. Lee Ellenburg named state climatologist

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After nearly 40 years, an era of climate expertise is coming to an end at the University of Alabama in Huntsville and the state. Dr. John Christy, distinguished professor of Atmospheric Science and director of UAH’s Earth System Science Center, is retiring from UAH and as the state climatologist in July. He began studying global […]

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For second straight year, Drake State takes part in FICO Educational Analytics Challenge

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After a successful inaugural year, Drake State Community & Technical College is taking part in a national AI challenge for the second straight year.  Global analytics software creator Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) announced the continuation of its Educational Analytics Challenge for the spring 2026 semester.  Since its launch three years ago, FICO has partnered with […]

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Madison County Commission Chairman talks upcoming retirement, public service, says county is successful thanks to collaborative leadership

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Few Madison County residents have had as dedicated and wide-ranging a career in public service as Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon. Born and raised on a farm in Toney, McCutcheon is a United States Army veteran who has served as a law enforcement officer, Alabama State Representative for District 25, farmer, and associate pastor. […]

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David King joins the Huntsville Advisory Board of First Horizon Bank

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First Horizon Bank has announced that David King has joined their Huntsville Advisory Board. David is currently the Chairman of the Board of Applied Aerospace & Defense. David is a board member, advisor, and consultant to multiple companies and organizations across the aerospace, defense, innovation, and engineering sectors. He brings deep experience in corporate governance, […]

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Three Alabama Leaders Named Momentum Leaders’ 2026 Women of Impact

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Momentum Leaders, a nonprofit focused on advancing women in leadership, has announced its 2026 Women of Impact honorees: Rosilyn “Roz” Houston, Marianne Sharbel, and PeggyLee Wright. The honorees were selected in recognition of their contributions to business, politics, and community life in Alabama. Rosilyn “Roz” Houston Roz Houston is widely recognized for her trailblazing career […]

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Walking tour puts Huntsville’s Reconstruction history at your fingertips

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As we recognize the contributions of Black Huntsvillians to the city’s history and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, the Historic Huntsville Foundation is offering an opportunity to take a walk through history. “Cornerstones of Freedom: A Walking Tour of Huntsville’s Reconstruction History” brings to life the stories of those whose leadership shaped […]

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Philip W. Bentley Jr. Honored with Distinguished Service Award; Plaza Renamed in His Honor

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The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber hosted its 90th Annual Membership Meeting today in the Von Braun Center Saturn Ballroom. During the event, in his last official act as Chair, 2025 Chamber Board Chair Jeff Samz presented the Distinguished Service Award to Philip W. Bentley, Jr. The Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor the Chamber bestows […]

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