Tag Archive for: City of Madison

Small Business Spotlight: Talking North Alabama’s restaurant industry with Main Street Cafe

A career as a restaurateur isn’t exactly what Tammy Hall had planned for herself. She pursued a career in kinesiology and health. But life takes you where it takes you, she said, and she and her husband John Hall have now owned and operated not one, not two, but three restaurants and love it! “If […]

City Council approves $4.5M Slaughter Road development agreement

During its March 28 session, the Huntsville City Council rendered decisions regarding millions in road improvement funding, crucial connections to improve traffic flow, and continued to prioritize the development of art and culture. $4.5M Slaughter Road improvements The Council empowered the mayor to enter a memorandum of understanding between Huntsville, the City of Madison, and […]

City of Madison business, schools experiencing surge alongside community growth

On Thursday, March 21, the Madison Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed 48 new members at a reception held at Hexagon AB in Madison. The Chamber has seen tremendous growth in the last two years, according to Chairman of the Board DeWayne Howell. Howell said he has been involved with the Madison Chamber for seven of […]

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing announce changes to leadership for Huntsville Plant

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) is set to undergo a leadership transition as Masashi Aihara, the founding Plant President, steps down from his role. Aihara, who has been instrumental in MTM’s journey since joining in 2018, will facilitate the introduction of Mitsunobu Mukaida as the new president. During his tenure, Aihara played a pivotal role in […]

Launch Tank competition returns to North Alabama, offering entrepreneurs $25,000 funding opportunity

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Entrepreneurs in North Alabama have a chance to turn their business dreams into reality as Launch, in collaboration with Singing River Trail, officially opens applications for the third annual Launch Tank competition. Set to unfold at the Space Camp Operations Center located within the US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL, […]

Applications now open for Madison Chamber’s 2024 Best in Biz Awards

Applications are now open for the Madison Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Best in Business Awards. This  annual event, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the local business community, will take place on April 19 at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s new Space Camp Operations Center from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  The awards ceremony, set […]

School choice, teacher retention major focus of the 2024 State of the Schools

The 2024 State of the Schools breakfast was held at the Jackson Center on the morning of February 27.  The meeting was presented in partnership with The Schools Foundation.  Representatives from Huntsville City Schools, Madison City Schools, and Madison County Schools spoke at the well-attended event. The major themes of the meeting were career preparedness […]

Community welcomes first Walk-On’s Bistreaux in North Alabama

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, a national restaurant and sports bar, celebrated the opening of the franchise’s first North Alabama location yesterday at 10:30 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8368 Hwy 72 West, Madison, AL. The grand opening featured a special presentation of $5,000 to local charity Manna House. The first 100 guests also received a […]

Bank Independent announces new Recruitment Coordinator

Bank Independent announced the appointment of  Blake Hudson to the role of Recruitment Coordinator for the bank’s Human Resources team. Hudson will report to Human Resources Manager Justin Low and lead recruitment efforts to support the bank’s vision to be the employer of choice in the communities we serve. “We’re thrilled to welcome Blake into […]

Cyber Huntsville still accepting applications for 2024 scholarship

Cyber Huntsville is hosting a college scholarship opportunity to high school seniors pursuing a college degree in a Cyber related field. Winning applicants will be awarded a one time monetary scholarship of $4000. The scholarship will be sent to their college of choice by late July of this year, once the student is enrolled. Applicants will […]