Huntsville, Alabama

The City of Huntsville invites the community to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month by participating in free, family-friendly activities or simply visiting a park, recreation center or athletic facility. Recognized every July since 1985, the observance emphasizes the importance of parks and recreation professionals in building strong, vibrant and...

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD), Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) and Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) are urging the community to practice firework safety ahead of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. With July Fourth quickly approaching, HPD expects to receive hundreds of calls for service about illegal fireworks or possible...

Summertime means longer daylight hours to enjoy outdoor activities, exercising and vacations. When animals are included in the fun, we sometimes overlook the health-related heat risks associated with being outside. As the summer heat rages on, Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard has some words of caution for those...

City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, July 4, for Independence Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 5. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of July 4-8. Residents...

The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Department thanks residents for their patience as crews work to catch up on bulk waste collection. Public Works Director Chris McNeese said workers are seeing higher-than-normal volumes of bulk items left at curbsides as residents work on home and garden projects. The department is also operating with fewer collection vehicles because supply chain issues have impacted the City’s ability to receive parts necessary to make repairs.

Huntsville and Madison County may be gaining dozens of new residents each month, but millions of people took a trip to the Rocket City in 2021, according to a recent report by the Alabama Tourism Department. Despite continued health protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Huntsville-Madison County area enjoyed...

A key tool used to improve infrastructure and development of industrial sites continues to show positive dividends as City leaders look to the future. Finance Director Penny Smith said Huntsville tax increment finance districts, or TIFs, have contributed directly to continued growth and public improvements. TIFs allow municipalities to borrow money for projects within a designated district and then repay bonds using property tax proceeds.

Chasing bad guys, responding to bank robberies and apprehending criminals – it’s what you see on television, but the job of a police officer is actually quite different. Huntsville Police Department (HPD) West Precinct Officer Michael Tucker explained a typical shift involves helping community members on their worst days.

North Alabama music lovers are invited to connect with fellow fans and musicians and get more involved with Huntsville’s music scene at the next HSV Quarterly Music Meetup on Thursday, June 23. The event will run from 6-8:30 p.m. at The Orion Amphitheater at MidCity District. Musicians and curators...

Most City of Huntsville employees will enjoy a day off Monday, June 20, to celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day. All municipal offices will close Monday, including Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 21. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will...

Calling all artists! If you or someone you know would like to be part of Huntsville’s history and future, keep reading. Arts Huntsville, in cooperation with the City of Huntsville, is seeking local artists for Phase II of the public art plan for the new City Hall. Specifically, the City and Arts Huntsville will select artists to be featured across four locations in the new municipal building, including:

When Chief Master Sgt. Lyle Voyles, 75, retired from the Air Force 22 years ago and settled in Huntsville, he only retired from the challenges of air traffic control management. But he held onto the Air Force core values that guided him for more than 30 years, and one in particular – “service before self” – has driven his post-military activities, which include years of volunteerism in the Chaffee community.

For those considering a rewarding career in public safety, now’s their chance to learn about the exciting opportunities available at the Huntsville Police Department (HPD). HPD will host an informal meet-and-greet event on Wednesday, June 8, from 5-7 p.m. at the HPD’s West Precinct, 2110 Clinton Ave. Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at how HPD operates and talk with officers about joining the force.

As the old saying goes, “A good friend knows all your best stories, but a best friend has lived them with you.” Fortunately, finding a loyal and enthusiastic best friend is as easy as visiting Huntsville Animal Services (HAS). June 8 is National Best Friends Day and HAS...

For more than 35 years, the City of Huntsville Parks and Recreation Department has helped introduce children to the joy of fishing. This year is no exception. On Saturday, June 4, the Wally Vess Youth Fishing Rodeo returns to Brahan Spring Park North Lagoon. Whether it’s your child’s first time...

Of the dozens of projects currently underway in the City of Huntsville, one stands out for its perfect mix of nostalgia and innovation. Nearly 43 years after the original Get-A-Way Skatepark opened at 3058 Leeman Ferry Road, the future of skateboarding is rocketing into John Hunt Park. Florida-based Team Pain...

“He brings us a lot of joy,” Myles Boone said with a laugh. “He’s so eager to get going in the morning, and that makes it a fun way to start our day, too.”. Boone is referring to Doug, a 65-pound mixed-breed boxer Boone and his wife, Sara Murphy, brought home from Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) in March. Formerly known as “Duck,” Doug’s coat is black, white and tan with a generous amount of grey peppered around his nose and mouth.

Huntsville, Alabama, is no longer the Deep South’s best-kept secret. Each year, hundreds of residents move here to enjoy our robust economy, booming job market and abundant quality-of-life amenities. Despite a growing trend of newcomers, Huntsville appreciates those who helped make the Rocket City what it is today. During...

It’s been two years since jazz lovers gathered for the popular Jazz in the Park-Huntsville concert series, but organizers hope a return of live audiences and a slate of all-star performers will make this year’s event bigger and better than ever. Jazz in the Park events in 2020...

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will assist with traffic control for the Cotton Row Run from 7 a.m. to noon on Monday, May 30. Officers will be posted along the route to ensure runners’ safety. Areas impacted include downtown Huntsville, Blossomwood, Five Points, Old Town and Twickenham. Race routes can be found here.