Tag Archive for: City of Huntsville

Huntsville-Madison County Chamber’s Redstone Update Provides a Glimpse Behind the Gates

On Wednesday, Dec. 8, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Redstone Update at the Von Braun Center, its first in-person event since the COVID-19 outbreak forced it to go virtual.  This event allowed Redstone Arsenal to highlight its continuing growth as a Federal Center of Excellence, which has helped the regional economy to […]

Deloitte’s New Stovehouse Office An Indication Of Its Commitment to Huntsville

On Dec. 7, Deloitte formally opened a new office in the Stovehouse campus at 3414 Governors Drive SW in Huntsville, further strengthening its commitment to the Huntsville region.  The ribbon cutting ceremony was held with Mayor Tommy Battle alongside other city representatives that were present at the event. Deloitte, a multinational professional services network, provides […]

Hays Farms Continues to Take Shape With The Liam Groundbreaking

The Hays Farm development in South Huntsville continued its progress and growth recently as ground was broken for a new upscale multifamily community called Liam at Hays Farm. Neither the cold nor the strong gusts of wind could deter anyone’s excitement for the new project headed by Houston-based Bomasada Group.  Mayor Tommy Battle kicked off […]

Publix Celebrates its 14th Madison County Location at Hays Farm

Dozens of South Huntsville shoppers braved the cold on Tuesday so that they could be the first to experience the brand new Publix store located in The Market at Hays Farms on Memorial Parkway S.W. At 7:00 am, the ribbon was cut on Madison County’s 14th Publix location and the 48,000-suare-foot grocery store was open […]

Giving Tuesday: Over $1 Million in Grants for Local Nonprofits

Despite all the recent negative press and doomsaying, there are still good things happening in the world. Giving Tuesday just happens to be one of those things.  Kicking off the holiday season with a day of inspired charitable giving, Giving Tuesday falls on the last Tuesday in November, right after Thanksgiving and well enough before […]

Huntsville Redistricting Plans Formally Introduced

During its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Dec. 2, the City of Huntsville moved forward with the formal introduction of four redistricting plans. During five City Hall public meetings in October and November, members of the public submitted three of these plans, with the fourth developed by the City of Huntsville Administration using input from […]

Chamber Celebrates 36th Annual Small Business Award Winners

The spotlight shone brightly on Huntsville small businesses when the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce presented the 36th Annual Small Business Awards at the Von Braun Center North Hall.  In all, over 850 businesses were nominated, and 14 businesses and individuals were recognized for their outstanding support for the local economy and the important products […]

Housing Issues Among Questions Raised For Trash Pandas and Minor League Teams

Amid growing complaints from Minor League Baseball players, the big leagues have decided to step in and help remedy some pains. At the forefront is housing and eating options, something players trying to reach the largest stage see as a continuing headache. Major League Baseball (MLB), which now owns all of the minor leagues (MiLB), […]

Rene’ Holt, DVM of Rocket City Mobile Vet On Navigating the Pandemic

As businesses across the nation shifted to remote work during the Covid-19 pandemic, pet ownership skyrocketed among those who suddenly found themselves stuck at home and in need of extra companionship. This unique situation presented both great opportunities and new challenges for those in pet-related businesses.  The uncertainty of the pandemic translated into roaring success […]

The Nutcracker Returns to the Stage

There’s nothing like the specter of a pandemic to put a damper on things. It was especially hard for Huntsville Ballet, for the year 2020 was also the year of no annual Nutcracker performances. Canceling the performances was a difficult decision for Phillip Otto, Artistic Director for Huntsville Ballet. The Huntsville Ballet’s production has been […]