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The saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child.” On a recent afternoon in Athens, it took a village to rescue four ducklings. What began as a routine […]
As artificial intelligence investments continue to expand across the country, Meta has launched a new workforce development initiative designed to connect Alabama residents and other Americans with careers building the […]
The Air Force Historical Foundation honored U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) with its top space award for his role in creating the U.S. Space Force. Rogers received the General John […]
A Walker County man with multiple prior felony convictions has been indicted on federal charges after prosecutors say he stole 16 firearms from a licensed firearms dealer in Decatur and […]
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 […]
A hometown shave ice and ice cream shop inspired by a trip to Hawaii has earned statewide recognition. Oliwia’s Shave Ice & Ice Cream in downtown Hartselle was recently voted […]
Travelers flying through Huntsville International Airport now have three more dining options with the opening of new restaurants in the terminal. Rocket City Bar & Grill, Rocket City Express and […]
Huntsville-based Tunista Logistics Solutions LLC is among 20 companies awarded spots on a ceiling $4 billion U.S. Air Force contract to provide base operations support services at installations across the […]
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Business
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing is continuing its investment in the North Alabama community, awarding $150,000 in grants to 24 nonprofit organizations serving Madison, Limestone and Morgan counties. The funding marks the […]
The Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS has selected veteran association executive Tiffany James as its next chief executive officer, placing her at the helm of both HAAR and ValleyMLS as […]
Griffon Aerospace has been awarded a nearly $68 million U.S. Army contract to procure additional Outlaw Gen 3 aerial target systems, continuing a program the company has supported for more […]
Commercial construction is helping build more than Alabama’s skylines. According to a new study released by Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama, the industry has become a major force behind the state’s economy, […]
Huntsville-based Torch Technologies has been named to Inc. Magazine’s 2026 Best Workplaces list, earning recognition in the Government Services industry category. The annual list honors companies that Inc. says have […]
Culture
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 […]
Huntsville Museum of Art will open its doors for a free, day-long cultural celebration on Saturday, April 11, as it hosts the “Impressions of Asia” Culture Fair. The event, scheduled […]
Community
The Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council will host a public forum this week focused on elder abuse awareness, financial exploitation and scams targeting older adults. The event is scheduled for […]
With Independence Day celebrations approaching, Huntsville Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to prepare now for one of the busiest times of year for lost animals. The department will host […]
The annual Armed Forces Celebration Community Softball Game is still days away, but the competition between local elected leaders and Redstone Arsenal officials is already heating up. Both teams have […]
Need an excuse to get out of the house this week? North Alabama has plenty. Whether you’re browsing local vendors in downtown Florence, celebrating a century of babies in Huntsville, […]
Madison Visionary Partners is inviting residents to participate in its annual Big Weekend of Service on June 19-20, a community-wide volunteer effort supporting projects across Madison and Madison County. 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 […]
