The U.S. Space Force has awarded Northrop Grumman a $1.8 billion contract extension to begin production of two advanced early warning satellites, part of the military’s Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) program. These satellites are designed to detect missile threats, particularly those emerging from the Northern Hemisphere, where potential threats to the U.S. are most […]
PDW has announced its selection to provide its flagship C100 Group 2 small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) in support of the U.S. Army’s Directed Requirement for Company-Level sUAS. The C100 system will be deployed to Army units, enhancing fire and maneuver capabilities in near-peer and contested environments. The C100 sUAS meets the Army’s medium-range reconnaissance […]
The Von Braun Center (VBC) took center stage on Monday, October 21, 2024, as it revealed a series of new enhancements to the Propst Arena during the Huntsville Havoc’s annual Meet the Team event. More than 3,000 fans, including Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, were present to experience the unveiling, marking a significant moment for both […]
Invariant Corporation, based in Huntsville, has been awarded a series of high-value contracts from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Advanced Technology International (AMTC), and the Naval Energetic Systems and Technologies (NEST), collectively amounting to more than $200 million. These contracts will see Invariant leverage its expertise in modeling and simulation, optics, hardware, and software development […]
Iconic fashion designer Billy Reid marked 20 years in business with a three-day celebration of food, fashion, art, and music. The Shindig festival, held from October 11 to 13 in Florence, Alabama returned after a five-year hiatus brought on by the pandemic. Reid began hosting his Shindigs in 2009 as a way to bring fashion […]
HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology has appointed Dr. Florencia Behn as its new Vice President for Research Administration and Development, effective November 1, 2024. In her new role, Dr. Behn will lead the institute’s research administration, overseeing policies and strategic partnerships with external organizations. She will also collaborate with Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Rick Myers to […]
Signature Aviation, the world’s largest network of private aviation terminals, has announced the expansion of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) program to six additional U.S. locations. This move follows a supply agreement with Valero Marketing and Supply Company, a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO), to bolster Signature’s commitment to environmental sustainability in aviation. […]
The Jackson Center was packed on the morning of October 17 for the inaugural State of Higher Education breakfast, hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber. The presidents of Madison County’s four public colleges and universities — Alabama A&M University, Calhoun Community College, Drake State, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville — participated in a […]
Zeb Leffler is a second-year Master’s student at the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s Department of Atmospheric and Earth Science. In the spring of 2023, Leffler was the operator and driver of the MAX (Mobile Alabama X-Band Radar) weather truck for a 15-hour field campaign when an EF3 tornado touched down in Hazel Green. On […]
The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville has named Hank Isenberg, CEO of IronMountain Solutions, as the recipient of the 2024 Community Philanthropy Award. This award is presented annually to individuals or families who exemplify exceptional generosity and commitment to improving the quality of life in the Huntsville community. Melissa Thompson, CEO and President of the […]
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