Tag Archive for: City of Huntsville

Local universities, ROTC cadets partner to sharpen field skills at Redstone Arsenal training

ROTC cadets from The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), Alabama A&M University, and the University of North Alabama took part in field training exercises (FTX) from Nov. 7-9 at Redstone Arsenal. Although the grenades used were plastic, the cadets treated the training with full seriousness, demonstrating the importance of accountability and preparedness. “In the […]

AMS secures $16.4M EXPRESS Task Order to support U.S. Army missile testing

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC (AMS) has secured a $16.4 million EXPRESS Task Order from the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center (DEVCOM AvMC). An EXPRESS Task Order is part of the Army’s contract vehicle aimed at streamlining the procurement of professional and engineering support services, making it faster and more […]

Huntsville advances Mill Creek redevelopment with HUD grant acceptance and key agreements

The City of Huntsville is progressing with its Mill Creek redevelopment, highlighted by the formal acceptance of a $50 million Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Announced in July, this funding will help catalyze the $350 million investment aimed at transforming the area west of Memorial […]

Real estate update: Sales uptick both nationally and locally

The September monthly report from the National Association of Realtors showed a jump of 7.4% in pending sales compared to August, with a 2.6% year-over-year increase in contract signings in September.  NAR Chief Economist Chief Economist Lawrence Yun weighed in on these developments, attributing the rise to “the combination of lower mortgage rates in late […]

Governor Ivey, Mayor Battle celebrate SpaceFactory’s relocation to Huntsville

SpaceFactory, an innovator in space and terrestrial construction technology, is moving its headquarters to Huntsville, Alabama, with a new facility at 209 Bailes St., near the growing Campus 805 area. This relocation positions SpaceFactory at the heart of Huntsville’s advanced industrial landscape, where it will focus on expanding its lunar research and advanced manufacturing operations. […]

Women in Defense celebrate top female scholars in STEM and National Security

The Tennessee Valley Chapter of Women in Defense (WID) welcomed exemplary female scholars from across the nation to Huntsville last week to receive recognition for being named Women In Defense Rocket City Fellows. The scholars took part in two days of activities — which included the Wernher Von Braun Memorial Dinner, visits to the U.S. […]

UAH’s Dr. Gary Zank Honored with 2024 Distinguished Science Award by National Space Club Huntsville

The National Space Club (NSC), Huntsville Chapter, awarded Dr. Gary Zank of The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) the 2024 Distinguished Science Award at the 36th Annual Dr. Wernher von Braun Memorial Dinner on Oct. 30. Zank, who holds the Aerojet/Rocketdyne Chair in Space Science and directs UAH’s Center for Space Physics and Aeronomic […]

UAH hosts inaugural AUKUS Industry Forum, showcasing Alabama’s role in global defense collaboration

On October 28, the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) welcomed leaders from the U.S. government, Congress, and the defense industry for the 2024 AUKUS Industry Forum, the first event of its kind in the state. The forum, held on UAH’s campus, focused on how the AUKUS trilateral security pact—uniting Australia, the United Kingdom, and […]

Small Business Industry Day highlights networking and contract opportunities for local companies

Over 100 business representatives gathered at the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center’s Small Business Industry Day 2024 on October 23 at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center’s Davidson Center for Space Exploration. The event, hosted by the Huntsville Center, gave local companies a unique chance to connect, showcase their capabilities, and understand how they […]

Madison Mayor Paul Finley to step down after 12 years, paving way for new leadership

After over a decade at the helm, Madison Mayor Paul Finley announced he will not seek a fourth term, marking the close of a tenure characterized by strategic growth and community-driven projects. Serving three terms, Finley has focused on enhancing Madison’s quality of life, ensuring responsible development, and fostering partnerships throughout the Tennessee Valley. Reflecting […]