Drake State awarded $2.4 million federal grant to connect minority communities to high-speed internet

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – Drake State Community & Technical College received a $2.4 million grant award as part of the U.S. Department of Commerce and National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) Connecting Minority Communities Pilot (CMCP) program, to help eliminate historical broadband and computer access inequities in and around Madison County, Alabama. Drake State applied for the […]

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Dunkin’® Iced Coffee Day Raises $5,000 throughout Huntsville to Bring Joy to Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – This past May, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation® called on America to sip from their hearts on Dunkin’® Iced Coffee Day and help bring joy to kids in local hospitals across the country. Today, Dunkin’ of Huntsville proudly presented Huntsville Hospital Foundation (HHF) a check for $5,000 through the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation. Thanks to support from guests […]

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Huntsville resident nominated by Biden Administration for key role

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – Last week, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the key leaders to serve in his administration, including Joe H. Ritch, a long time local here in the City of Huntsville. Ritch, having served the U.S. government before during the Obama-Biden administration, is now a nominee for the Tennessee Vally Authority […]

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Solid Ground Mental Wellness workshops open the conversation for local businesses

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Mental health conditions have long been perceived as something that developed outside the workplace. The past couple of years, however, have made it clear to many that workplaces directly impact employee health in every way–not just spreading infection, but also increasing the potential for anxiety, depression, and other disorders.  Rachel Sullivan of Solid Ground Counseling, […]

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Huntsville business relocates to historic building on Clinton Avenue

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MartinFederal Consulting LLC headquarters is relocating to a downtown Huntsville home a few blocks from its previous location.  But it’s not like the company, known as MartinFed, is “moving on up” like The Jeffersons (thanks 1970 sitcoms and those catchy intro tunes). However, there is a sense of upgrading from Madison Street to the heart […]

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Sit Down With Success: A Conversation With Connor Knapp of Piper & Leaf

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Sit Down With Success is a feature of the Huntsville Business Journal on entrepreneurs and their keys to success. This month’s individual is Connor Knapp and his success with Piper & Leaf.  Two miles past the Tennessee River on US-231S /431S, the new Piper & Leaf headquarters greets travelers with a roadside sign featuring its […]

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Venture capital firm gener8tor recruiting for Huntsville accelerator programs

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It’s easy for small business owners to dream big about the future of their companies, but actually bringing those visions to life can be challenging when it comes to finding investors and mentors. Thankfully, Huntsville is no ordinary city for small businesses when it comes to meeting those needs.  Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship […]

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Huntsville’s NeXolve celebrates James Webb Space Telescope’s major science milestone

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – With celebrations ongoing for the achievements set forth by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, one Huntsville-based company is celebrating its very own technology that helped the Telescope capture the stunning images. Webb is equipped with the most advanced tools ever assembled, including Huntsville-based NeXolve Holding Company’s sunshield layers. After its historic launch in […]

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A deeper dive into the proposal for pro soccer team at “The Joe”

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Joe Davis Stadium will soon have a new look and also a new tenant to add to the city’s burgeoning profile. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle announced Tuesday what has been expected since the city decided to repurpose the venue, which at the time of its opening in 1985 was home to the Double-A minor league […]

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Huntsville is the 2nd best-paying midsize U.S. metro for architects

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The U.S. economy today has no lack of opportunities for architects. An ongoing shortage of housing stock contributed to the dramatic spike in housing prices over the last two years, illustrating a need for professionals who can help make design and construction more affordable and efficient. The threat of climate change has increased interest in […]

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