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U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville told North Alabama civic and business leaders on Monday that Huntsville’s defense sector played a major role in U.S. actions in Iran, known as “Operation Epic […]
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Bobby Martin, a pastor and self-described working man from northwest Alabama, has entered the race for Alabama’s Senate District 6, saying he wants to bring attention to challenges facing rural […]
Conference USA will continue bringing major collegiate championship events to Huntsville through the end of the decade. The conference announced Friday it has extended its partnership with the City of […]
Burritt on the Mountain will return this summer with the 33rd season of its City Lights & Stars Concert Series, continuing one of Huntsville’s most celebrated outdoor music traditions. The […]
Organizers have announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, one of North Alabama’s longest-running music traditions. The annual event will take place Wednesday, Sept. […]
One of Huntsville’s most popular spring traditions is hopping back to John Hunt Park. Huntsville Parks and Recreation will host its fifth annual Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 4, from 10 […]
North Alabama parents will soon see new options when shopping for baby essentials. Target is rolling out a redesigned baby department in select stores, part of a nationwide effort aimed at […]
The Huntsville Museum of Art has received a $1 million gift from longtime supporter Hank Isenberg, a contribution the museum says will strengthen its exhibitions, education programs and community outreach […]
Ready to win big while slashing your energy bills? Huntsville Utilities, in exciting partnership with TVA EnergyRight, is giving you the perfect opportunity to do just that! By simply completing […]
The Land Trust of North Alabama has permanently protected 65 acres on Green Mountain, securing a key piece of land long targeted for conservation. The nonprofit organization recently closed on […]
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The developers behind Front Row say they are not building apartments. They are building something Huntsville hasn’t had before. Standing amid cranes and concrete, co-developers Mitchell Rutter of Essex Capital […]
Huntsville residents will soon spot a 13-foot tall boot rolling through town. L.L.Bean’s iconic Bootmobile is set to arrive in the Rocket City beginning March 28, building excitement ahead of […]
From streaming services and music apps to meal kits and fitness platforms, subscriptions have become a normal part of everyday life. They’re convenient, often affordable on their own, and easy […]
Lockheed Martin Space has been awarded an $18.8 million contract modification for continued work on the Navy’s Trident II (D5) Life Extension 2 program, with the largest share of work […]
Developers behind the $220 million Front Row development have announced the start of pre-leasing for The Residences at Front Row, marking a major step forward for the mixed-use development rising […]
Invariant Corporation announced that its Surface-to-Air Kinetic Engagement, or STAKE, system has successfully completed early maritime integration testing, marking a new step in the company’s autonomous counter-unmanned systems capabilities. Earlier […]
Culture
A photograph taken in Madison has earned top honors in the Birds category of the 2026 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest, as the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced […]
Artists and crafters from across the Southeast will gather along the shores of Lake Guntersville April 18-19 for the 65th annual Art on the Lake festival. The longtime spring tradition, […]
The Southern Fried Film Festival has received a $20,000 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to support programming and filmmaker travel for its 2026 festival. Organizers said […]
Jacksonville State and Alabama A&M will face off in a non-conference baseball matchup at Toyota Field on Wednesday, March 18, at 6:05 p.m., the Rocket City Trash Pandas announced Tuesday. […]
Ever wanted to toss a telephone pole while wearing a kilt? Or cheer on someone who can? Your moment has arrived. The North Alabama Scottish Festival and Highland Games is […]
Thinking about grabbing lunch in New York City and being back home by bedtime? Starting June 7, travelers flying out of Huntsville International Airport will have twice as many chances […]
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What was once a 32-acre abandoned chicken processing plant is now taking root as a new recreational destination for Athens. City leaders joined representatives from the Tennessee Valley Authority, Athens […]
High school baseball teams from across the Tennessee Valley will once again take the field at Toyota Field this spring, with five dates scheduled beginning March 14. The Madison ballpark, […]
Long before the name appeared in Madison, the “Donut Dollies” were a familiar sight to American troops stationed in war zones. During World War I, World War II, and the […]
When two of NASA Marshall Space Flight Center’s most iconic test towers came down in January, the implosions marked the end of an era in Huntsville. But thanks to a […]
Burritt on the Mountain is seeing record growth in student engagement and expanding its footprint across North Alabama, according to a recent update delivered to state lawmakers and supporters at […]
The University of North Alabama will roll out the red carpet this week as the 29th George Lindsey UNA Film Festival begins Thursday, March 5, in downtown Florence. The two-day […]
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Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama Attention turns to Ainsworth While AJ McCarron’s abrupt exit from the lieutenant governor’s race to coach the Birmingham Stallions […]
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama Hegseth in the Rocket City It was announced this week Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will be taking a trip […]
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama Money and mud in the AG race The race for Alabama attorney general continues to heat up with the latest […]
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama Will Doug Jones make it official? Political chatter is growing louder that former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones may […]
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama Redistricting rows Keep an eye on Alabama’s ongoing redistricting battles – the ripple effects could be far bigger […]
Daniel’s decision coming soon? Renaud next? Salute the vets; and shutdown strains in this week’s OTR
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama Will he or won’t he? The question on everyone’s mind in Alabama Senate District 2: Will House Minority […]