As the federal enforcement deadline for the REAL ID Act approaches, Alabama professionals who travel frequently for work or access secure federal facilities should take note. Beginning May 7, 2025, only REAL ID-compliant identification—known in Alabama as the STAR ID—will be accepted for boarding domestic flights and entering certain federal buildings. Though the deadline was […]
In a major win for Alabama’s public sector workers and their families, Governor Kay Ivey has signed SB 199—the Alabama Public Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025—into law. The legislation, which goes into effect July 1, 2025, grants paid parental leave to public school educators, community college staff, and state employees for the first […]
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber continues to partner with the local Alabama Career Center, the Alabama Community College System, local nonprofits, and community agencies to help bridge the gap between the under-resourced job seeker and local employers. Job seekers are invited to attend the upcoming ReLaunch Job Fair on Tuesday, April 15, at First Baptist Church […]
Huntsville drivers already are subject to a ticket for disregarding the city’s hands-free ordinance, but local police are doubling down on efforts to keep the community’s roads safe. With distracted driving a major safety concern, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is reminding drivers that even a moment’s distraction behind the wheel can have life-altering consequences. […]
For those of us who were around for the early days of the internet, you may recall a strange email or two from a Nigerian or Saudi prince. Maybe you won a sweepstakes that you never entered. What a surprise when you got notified that a mysterious and vaguely distant relative had passed away, but […]
Members of the Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Committee (HPCAC) want to be clear. The body formed in 2010 serves as a bridge between the community and law enforcement. The panel is not part of nor governed by the force. Likewise, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) isn’t beholden to the council. Current HPCAC board members say […]
Huntsville Parks & Recreation is launching a new career path program for area youth. The initiative—the Teen Career Summit 2025—is free for ages 14-18 and takes place on Thursday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Dr. Richard Showers Sr. Recreation Center. The program is designed to give teens the tools they need to plan for […]
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 […]
By Dr. Wafa Hakim Orman Tariffs have dominated recent headlines, promoted as a tool to protect American jobs, to revitalize our industrial base, or to gain leverage in international negotiations. International trade, tariffs, and their short and long term consequences are a fairly nuanced and complex issue, but too often the nuance is lost amidst […]
One of the most challenging aspects of leadership for many managers is having to have difficult and uncomfortable conversations with their staff. This can be especially true when such a conversation becomes necessary in order to address poor job performance. The following five key elements are important in order to make these discussions as smooth […]
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