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A new federal contract modification worth more than $83 million will bring additional work to Lockheed Martin‘s growing missile production operations in Courtland, further strengthening North Alabama’s role in next-generation […]
A defense contractor with more than 1,000 employees in Huntsville has been awarded a $35.98 million Army contract supporting weapon systems programs at Redstone Arsenal. The U.S. Army awarded KBR […]
A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for vandalizing the historic Logan Junior High School. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry […]
After hours of discussion on Monday night, the Madison City Council voted to approve short-term rentals and establish regulations for properties listed on platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. The […]
Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Secretary of Workforce Greg Reed announced new appointments to the Alabama STEM Council, tapping leaders from medicine, aerospace, automotive manufacturing, finance, agriculture, and technology to […]
Helping patients recover from chronic and hard-to-heal wounds has earned Huntsville Hospital‘s Wound Care Center national recognition. The center recently received a 2025 Center of Distinction award from Healogics, the […]
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 […]
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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
For my entire life, I have had an affinity for folklore and ghost stories. There’s something special about the tales that make you wonder—the ones told around campfires with a […]
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 […]
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 […]
