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A federal appeals court has revived a former Piedmont High School football player’s Title IX lawsuit, ruling that allegations involving a football hazing ritual known as “keying” could constitute sexual […]
Community leaders from Alabama and Tennessee joined employees and residents this week to celebrate the opening of a new business in one of the Tennessee Valley’s most unique communities. The […]
The Delta Theta Lambda Education Foundation recently awarded nearly $40,000 in scholarships to 32 students from across Madison County, recognizing their academic achievements and helping support their college aspirations. The […]
Alabama’s unemployment rate ticked up to 3.0% in May, but the state continued to post record employment numbers and rising wages across several key industries, according to data released Monday […]
It is the latest emerging economic logic. Athens and Limestone County are positioned for long-term economic prosperity. We are witnessing a flurry of activity from companies creating jobs for our […]
Two incumbent Huntsville City Council members have officially launched their re-election campaigns, highlighting infrastructure improvements, neighborhood investments and quality-of-life projects as they seek another four years in office. Councilman Bill […]
As he approaches eight years in the Alabama House of Representatives, State Rep. Parker Moore has tackled workforce reentry programs to artificial intelligence safeguards but says whatever the challenge, his […]
Huntsville International Airport recorded its busiest month on record in May. Airport officials say the increased growth comes from strong local demand and expanding airline services. According to the Port […]
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Business
As it marks a decade of operations in Huntsville, Polaris is investing in the future of outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship across North Alabama through a new grant program administered […]
Boeing and Drake State Community & Technical College have launched a new apprenticeship program aimed at preparing local workers for careers in advanced manufacturing and defense production while addressing growing […]
Job seekers from across Northeast Alabama will have an opportunity to connect with employers later this month as local and regional partners host a hiring event in DeKalb County. The […]
A coalition of public and private partners is moving forward with plans for a major sports tourism and mixed-use development at one of North Alabama’s busiest transportation crossroads. Synergy Sports, […]
Two Huntsville-based defense contractors have secured positions on a U.S. Army contract vehicle worth up to $396 million to support military maintenance training systems through 2033. Pinnacle Solutions and Integration […]
Culture
Organizers of Rock the South have postponed this weekend’s festival in Decatur after what officials described as unprecedented rainfall across Alabama left conditions at the festival site unsuitable for the […]
After months of anticipation, The Chop House has officially opened its doors in Town Madison, bringing the restaurant group’s first Alabama location to one of the region’s fastest-growing developments. The […]
Florence has earned national recognition as one of the South’s premier music destinations after being named to the list of “The South’s Best Music Towns” by Garden & Gun in […]
Huntsville’s iconic Cigar Box Guitar Festival paid tribute this weekend to the life and legacy of blues musician Microwave Dave Gallaher, with organizers using the event to continue the music […]
Valentina’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar has been ranked the No. 12 pizza restaurant in the United States by 50 Top Pizza USA for 2026, marking the third consecutive year the […]
Community
Bargain hunters, collectors and treasure seekers will once again descend on Northeast Alabama in August as the World’s Longest Yard Sale returns for its annual four-day shopping extravaganza. Known nationally […]
Bank Independent has donated $2,000 to American Legion Post #11 to help support the organization’s efforts to honor veterans through military burial services across Northwest Alabama. The contribution will help […]
Alabama State Parks has launched a new statewide habitat restoration initiative aimed at combating invasive species, restoring native landscapes and improving wildlife habitat across its park system. The initiative, known […]
A Huntsville-themed version of Monopoly is headed to store shelves next year, and the company behind the game is asking residents to help decide what properties will sit on the […]
Huntsville Hospital has awarded $600,000 through its 2026-2027 Community Health Initiative (CHI), providing funding to 11 nonprofit organizations working to improve health outcomes across North Alabama. Hospital leaders announced the […]
Features
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama The shot(s) heard around Alabama 21-0 against the Taliban. Jared Hudson didn’t just respond to Barry Moore’s Liberty Score talking […]
Off the Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama New acronyms. Same Arsenal. The Pentagon dropped 162 new UFO files on their website this morning ranging from Apollo-era photographs, […]
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 […]
