By Tommy BattleMayor of Huntsville May 11 to May 16 is National Police Week*, a time when we pause to show our gratitude and appreciation to the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe. (*Correction: Sun, May 14, 2023 - Sat, May 20, 2023) This year, … Continue reading Huntsville Police live their motto: Courage, Integrity, Professionalism
Category: city planning
New Places to Play Coming to South Huntsville
By Jennie Robinson Huntsville City Council, District 3 President ProTemIn the spring and summer, our thoughts turn to time spent outside with family and friends. We recently approved three projects that will create more outdoor spaces in South Huntsville. A construction contract for a new playground at the Sandra Moon Complex has been approved and … Continue reading New Places to Play Coming to South Huntsville
Huntsville Utilities Celebrates its 200th Anniversary Providing Water
By Todd Long Electronic Content Administrator Community/Public Relations Huntsville Utilities Whether for commerce, business, or entertainment, the Big Spring in Huntsville, Alabama, has long been a central point of the city. Believed to be the first municipal water works in Alabama and the oldest west of the Appalachian Mountains, Huntsville Utilities’ Water Operations owes its … Continue reading Huntsville Utilities Celebrates its 200th Anniversary Providing Water
122 ALABAMA SCHOOLS RECEIVE PURPLE STAR DESIGNATIONS
Montgomery, Ala. - The Alabama State Department of Education is proud toannounce that 122 Alabama Schools will receive 2023 Purple Star Schooldesignations. This designation affirms the school’s commitment and support of militarystudents and their families.The Purple Star School program was designed to help mitigate the challenges of highmobility by setting standards for and publicly designating … Continue reading 122 ALABAMA SCHOOLS RECEIVE PURPLE STAR DESIGNATIONS
Meet David Little City Council Representative District 2
By David LittleCity Council RepresentativeDistrict 2 Huntsville has been my home for a half-century, or in terms that are easier for me to hear, all my life. Over the past 15 or so years, I have served our community in a variety of ways, from service on the boards of local nonprofit organizations to include … Continue reading Meet David Little City Council Representative District 2
South Huntsville Main Business Association Update
By Katie Bosarge PattersonExecutive DirectorSouth Huntsville Main Business Association It’s hard to believe that 2022 is almost behind us! As we take time to reflect on all of the amazing things that have happened in South Huntsville, it is refreshing to recount all of the improvements and new businesses that have come to the area. … Continue reading South Huntsville Main Business Association Update
South Huntsville’s Christmas On The River
By Brandi Quick, Executive Director Huntsville Madison County Marina & Port Authority Ditto Landing and Madison County Boat HarborWho spends their summer thinking about creating a South Huntsville Christmas tradition? Of course, Commissioner Phil Riddick and the Ditto Landing team do. A great deal of time was spent reliving and reminiscing about Huntsville Christmas traditions … Continue reading South Huntsville’s Christmas On The River
Honoring and Helping Our Veterans
By Phil Riddick Madison County Commissioner District 5Many businesses and schools in Madison County will close in observance of Veteran’s Day on November 11, and thousands of residents will attend and participate in the Veteran’s Day Parade. “On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national … Continue reading Honoring and Helping Our Veterans
Salute the Troops – Veteran’s Day 2022
By Tommy Battle, Mayor of HuntsvilleEach November 11, on Veterans Day, we show our appreciation for the brave men and women who served in our nation's armed forces. In Huntsville, we recognize the vital importance of our military to make our communities and our nation better. With many thousands of veterans and active military living … Continue reading Salute the Troops – Veteran’s Day 2022
New Senior Community Center Coming to John Hunt Park
By Mayor Tommy Battle Over the last decade, the City of Huntsville has committed millions of dollars to improve existing parks, build new ones, create world-class facilities, and stay on the cutting edge of recreation opportunities. To ensure we provide something for all ages, our older population will soon have more options in John Hunt Park … Continue reading New Senior Community Center Coming to John Hunt Park
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