Sixty years ago, Butcher Drafting Service began out of a house on Jack Coleman Drive in northwest Huntsville, where Joe and Betty Butcher raised their three children. Tom Austin purchased the business in 1998. At that time, it was a two-person operation. Joe had one small tabletop copier, hand-drew all of his plans, and used […]
As housing affordability continues to dominate national headlines, Huntsville has emerged as a rare bright spot. While many major metros struggle with declining affordability, rising prices, and limited supply, Huntsville recently achieved something almost no other U.S. city can claim: a perfect Housing Affordability Index score of 100. This score means the median household income […]
Dr. Yanique Rolingson is a Madison resident and an educator with nearly 20 years of experience. Originally from Jamaica, she began her teaching career in New Jersey and later worked as an educator and instructional coach in the Decatur and Madison County area. In August 2025, Rolingson left the school system to found her nonprofit […]
The Madison City Council has voted to join a multi-city lawsuit challenging Alabama’s distribution of online sales tax revenue under the Simplified Sellers Use Tax, or SSUT. The council also approved a resolution supporting the City of Tuscaloosa’s legal efforts to change how online sales tax dollars are distributed so that more revenue remains in […]
Huntsville City Councilwoman Michelle Watkins joined local club and restaurant owners to announce a coordinated, business-led effort to improve safety across the city’s nightlife scene, following months of disturbances at some establishments. Watkins acknowledged the business owners who participated in the initiative, highlighting their contributions to Huntsville’s economy and community. She said the announcement followed […]
The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville (CFGH) has reached an impressive goal in distributing $100 million in grants since its founding in 2008. According to the organization, more than 78% of grant funds awarded went to recipients in Huntsville and North Alabama. Over 2,000 nonprofits have received funding from the CFGH during the past 18 […]
As Redstone Arsenal’s role in national defense continues to expand, the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Redstone Update provided insight into the missions, investments, and organizational changes shaping the installation’s future. Held on Wednesday, December 10, at the Von Braun Center, the annual update brought together military leaders, federal agency representatives, and community stakeholders […]
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is partnering with local and regional colleges and universities to connect college students with career opportunities in the Rocket City. College students home on holiday break are invited to attend the Huntsville ASmartPlace College Career Fair on Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Atrium at Redstone Federal […]
Eli Lilly plans to invest more than $6 billion in Huntsville with the development of a new manufacturing facility, according to the company. The facility will focus on domestic production of small molecule synthetic and peptide medicines, including oral GLP-1 treatments. Once built, the project is expected to create approximately 450 jobs, including positions for […]
As the holiday season approaches, Huntsville residents have a powerful way to make an impact: support local businesses while giving back to the community. From small shops to major employers, the city’s business ecosystem relies on residents’ holiday spending and generosity to fuel economic growth and strengthen local services. Citizens Supporting Small Businesses Shopping locally […]
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