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What began with a single birth on June 11, 1926, is now a century-long milestone in North Alabama health care, as Huntsville Hospital Health System prepares to celebrate 100 years […]

After largely disappearing from the official agenda last year, the Pentagon’s “Golden Dome for America” missile defense initiative is expected to be front and center at this year’s Space and […]

Gray Media has finalized its acquisition of a group of local television stations previously owned by Allen Media Group, including Huntsville’s WAAY-TV, after receiving federal regulatory approval. The company announced […]

Food, music and community celebration will take center stage in downtown Madison later this month as Main Street Madison hosts its “Taste of Downtown” block party. The free event is […]

According to a report from the Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts, a new state audit is offering a detailed look at internal breakdowns within the organizations that oversees […]

A Madison City Schools art teacher is offering a series of summer camps aimed at helping older students sharpen technical skills and grow as artists beyond the classroom. Mason Overcash, […]

As the first residential building at Front Row nears completion, developers are offering a closer look at what they say will redefine downtown living. During an exclusive tour, co-developer Dan […]

Another edition of the Regions Tradition has come and gone at Greystone Golf & Country Club in Birmingham, and the champion was a popular one among the crowds in the Yellowhammer State. Huntsville […]

Alabama will move forward with its May 19, 2026 primary election as planned despite ongoing legal challenges tied to redistricting, Secretary of State Wes Allen announced Monday. Allen said the […]

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Business

The Alabama Retail Association is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Alabama Retailer of the Year awards, with submissions open through May 29. Now in its 26th year, the annual […]

In a region where community still means showing up for one another, the annual Food and Family Share Drive once again turned generosity into tangible support for families in need. […]

Alabama grocery tax cut

Alabama families always love a tax cut. Starting today, May 1, a two-month grocery tax holiday is now in effect. Governor Kay Ivey is highlighted the measure today as part […]

A targeted investment aimed at closing the digital divide is expanding access to technology, workforce training and opportunity across North Alabama. GFiber and the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville awarded […]

Huntsville International Airport has completed a major airfield modernization project, reopening its East Runway after a 14-month refurbishment that officials say could help position the airport for commercial spaceflight operations. […]

A Huntsville-based advanced optics company is preparing to showcase new technology on the global stage, highlighting the Rocket City’s continued role in cutting-edge defense innovation. Polaris Sensor Technologies announced it […]

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Culture

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 […]

A new nonprofit organization has been established to help secure the long-term future of one of North Alabama’s premier military museums. Leaders with the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum announced the […]

Live music will once again fill downtown Athens as Athens Main Street rolls out a packed lineup of events for spring and summer 2026. The organization announced two returning music […]

The music born in the Shoals that has shaped generations is being brought into focus through a new exhibit in downtown Florence. The University of North Alabama’s Shoals Music Archive […]

Local musicians, venue operators and music fans are invited to gather later this month as the Huntsville Music Office hosts its first Quarterly Music Meetup of 2026. The free community […]

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 […]

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Community

Huntsville Animal Services will celebrate May the 4th with a themed adoption event offering free pet adoptions for one day only. The “May the 4-Pawed Be With You” adoption day […]

A weeklong series of yoga classes and wellness events will return to Huntsville next month, offering residents a mix of free outdoor sessions, discounted specialty classes and community-focused programming. Huntsville […]

The 44th Annual Limestone County Sheriff’s Rodeo is back, and organizers are promising one of the biggest celebrations yet. Spanning nearly a week of events — from a downtown street dance to […]

Tourism leaders across North Alabama are marking National Travel and Tourism Week with a focus on economic impact and new accessibility initiatives, including the rollout of emerging technology designed to […]

On Thursday, city leaders marked the kickoff of Historic Preservation Month with a focus on Indigenous history, joined by Mayor Tommy Battle, City Preservation Planner Katie Stamps, Patrick Penn of […]

The Green Street Pavilion will mark four decades as a community gathering place for local agriculture and small businesses when the Athens Farmers Market opens its 2026 season on May […]

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Features

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 […]

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 […]

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