Tag Archive for: VBC

Huntsville’s VBC celebrates 50 years with record economic numbers alongside nearly one million visitors

On March 01, 2024, the Von Braun Center (VBC) officially kicked off celebrations for the center’s 50 year milestone with the Huntsville community. Capping 50 years of jammed packed shows, hilarious comedians, and heart-stopping performances, the VBC is celebrating the past five decades with record numbers released during their 2022-2023 economic impact report. In total, […]

Huntsville/Madison Chamber recognizes small business owners at the 38th Annual Small Business Awards Gala

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber honored several local small businesses and individuals this past Thursday night. The 38th Annual Small Business Awards Gala was held at the Von Braun Center Saturn Ballroom. ‘ Since the Small Business Awards Gala coincided with Huntsville Music Month, the gala also showcased a live performance by Huntsville singer/songwriter Victoria Jones […]

Mayor Battle 2023 State of the City Address highlights record numbers for the Rocket City

On September 26, Mayor Tommy Battle held the 2023 State of the City Address at the Von Braun Center, noting the challenges and achievements of Huntsville over the last year. Listed among Huntsville’s feats were the popularity of the Orion Amphitheater, tourism, high national rankings to raise families, population growth, and the ongoing construction of […]

Looking back on a record year for the Von Braun Center

Anticipating the imminent release of the 2022-2023 fiscal year’s Annual Report from the Von Braun Center, it is fitting to delve into the figures unveiled in the 2021-2022 report published on FlipSnack in June of this year. The Von Braun Center’s Annual Report is an annual publication, overseen by Samantha Nielsen, the venue’s Director of […]

VBC announces renovations to North Hall, underground

HUNSTVILLE, AL – Yesterday, the Von Braun Center (VBC)  announced the renovation and renaming of its frequently utilized venue, North Hall. “North Hall is one of the most-rented venues within the VBC,” said VBC Executive Director Steve Maples. “The layout of three separate ballrooms downstairs that can be opened into one large space, paired with […]

Congressman Strong talks values, recent success at 2023 Washington Update

On August 16 at 12 p.m., Congressman Dale Strong, representative of the fifth congressional district, spoke at a Washington Update Luncheon at the Von Braun Center. Presented by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, topics of Congressman Strong’s talk included his work, the Biden Administration, national security and conservative Christian values. In a video preceding his speech, […]

Cyber industry experts, Mayor Battle to address ASCTE students ahead of National Cyber Summit

Mayor Tommy Battle joined with industry experts in the field of cybersecurity to address media and students at the Alabama School for Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) on Wednesday, August 16.  ASCTE, founded in 2018, is the nation’s first public, residential high school that integrates cyber technology and engineering across all disciplines in its curriculum.  […]

Fair Play: Madison County’s Growing Sports Industry

When people think of Huntsville, they tend to think of rockets, and the people who make them. Not so surprising: there’s a reason we’re called “Rocket City” after all, and in recent years, Huntsville’s growth has led to new sports teams and venues coming to Madison County.  I have fond memories of going to Joe […]

Fifteen Companies Acknowledged as Huntsville’s Best Places to Work

The Huntsville-Madison County Chamber held a luncheon on Wednesday at the Von Braun Center to celebrate the best of the best when it comes to the workplace. The Best Places to Work Awards were determined by the results of employee surveys. Over 9000 employees representing 109 companies participated in the confidential surveys which were tabulated […]

C-USA Basketball Championships moving to Huntsville, Von Braun Center

Conference USA Commissioner Judy MacLeod announced yeserday that the 2024 and 2025 Conference USA Men’s & Women’s Basketball Championships will be hosted at Propst Arena in Huntsville, Alabama, in partnership with the Huntsville/Madison County CVB, the Huntsville Sports Commission and Knight Eady. The multi-year agreement is for two seasons with an opportunity to extend. “We […]