Tag Archive for: City of Huntsville

Blue Origin NS-32 Launch Celebrated in Huntsville

Those who have attended NASA rocket launches live at Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral tell of an inspiring experience. It wasn’t Florida, it wasn’t NASA and it wasn’t in-person, but the live showing of the Blue Origin NS-32 launch and landing in West Texas on a big screen at the U.S. Space & Rocket […]

The New Reasons Why Employees Quit

Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the iHire 2024 Talent Retention Report have demonstrated some shifting trends in the current workforce pool.  Quit rates, the number of employees voluntarily leaving their position each month, hit an all-time high of nearly 3% in the United States in 2022. This period is now referred to […]

Two Weeks of Tribute: Armed Forces Celebration Expands for U.S. Army’s 250th

Military families looking to save money over the next two weeks can find numerous deals and discounts in one place. In honor of the annual Armed Forces Celebration that has been extended this year, shops in Parkway Place are offering bargains throughout the mall. At least 15 stores are participating. The annual celebration is traditionally […]

FBI Director’s Inconsistent Budget Support Raises Questions About the Future of Federal Presence in Huntsville

FBI Director Kash Patel’s recent testimony before the Senate and House has raised more questions than answers about the future of the agency’s presence in Huntsville. On Thursday, Patel expressed support for the Trump administration’s 2026 budget proposal for the FBI—a plan that calls for a $545 million reduction in funding for salaries and expenses, […]

Cornerstones of History: Walking Through Huntsville’s Black Business Legacy

On May 17, the Historic Huntsville Foundation (HHF) hosted its second annual “Cornerstones of History” walking tour, guiding residents through the city’s downtown core to explore the often-overlooked legacy of Black masons, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders who helped shape Huntsville’s economy and culture after the Civil War. Led by HHF Executive Director Donna Castellano and […]

Ryan Kellar: Scientific Research Corporation, Director – Threat and Range Modernization

Ryan Kellar is the Director of Threat and Range Modernization at Scientific Research Corporation, where he leads business operations for a portfolio of programs developing radar and electronic warfare products. Since joining SRC in 2022, he has been instrumental in SRC’s Advanced Technology Solutions division’s tremendous growth by capturing new business and customers, developing scalable […]

Dominic Nix: Yes You’re Worth It, Executive Director

Dominic Nix is a trailblazer, dynamic business consultant, author, and nonprofit leader with over 15 years of business experience and 9 years as an Executive Director. She holds a Bachelor’s in Management from Alabama A&M University and a Master’s in Leadership and Coaching from Bellevue University.  Dominic has managed an $8 million subcontract and specializes […]

Andrew Banks: Conchin, Cole, Jordan & Sherrod — Partner

Andrew Banks is a partner at Conchin, Cole, Jordan & Sherrod, where he represents individuals and businesses in high-stakes litigation. His practice focuses on product liability, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, insurance disputes, and negligent construction claims. Even in his early career, Andrew has already secured millions of dollars in recoveries on behalf of his clients. […]

Adyre Mason: The Veggie, Executive Chef and Owner

Chef Adyre Mason has impacted the local food scene by making vegan food part of the culinary conversation. She’s originally from Sheffield, Alabama and a graduate of UAH. After losing her mother, Sarah, she left her job as a Systems Engineer on Redstone Arsenal and invested in herself to start The Veggie. The Veggie is […]

Devastating SNAP and Medicaid Cuts Threaten Alabama Families

A recent briefing hosted by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) delivered a stark warning: the U.S. House’s proposed budget legislation could inflict severe damage on food assistance programs and Medicaid, pushing millions of Americans deeper into poverty and hardship. The virtual event brought together policy experts who highlighted how sweeping federal cuts, […]