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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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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 […]
State Rep. James Lomax (R-Huntsville) is highlighting tax cuts, education funding and conservative policy wins as he seeks reelection in a closely watched Republican primary for Alabama House District 20 […]
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. […]
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 […]
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) pressed NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman on maintaining Space Launch System production and secured a commitment to fully implement $110 million in nuclear thermal propulsion funding […]
Off the Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama No more Mo? Apparently, as our former congressman, Mo Brooks, has reemerged and reintroduced himself on the turf he once […]
Alabama’s redistricting battle escalated Friday after Governor Kay Ivey announced a special session of the Alabama Legislature, signaling a new phase in the state’s response to recent U.S. Supreme Court […]
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 […]
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Business
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 […]
Huntsville Hospital Health System CEO Jeff Samz provided an update on the system’s acquisition of Crestwood Medical Center and revealed plans to expand services at Huntsville Hospital for Women and […]
Leonardo marked a major expansion of its Alabama operations Friday with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting in Huntsville. The event celebrated the relocation of Leonardo Electronics US headquarters and highlighted the company’s […]
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 […]
Community
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 […]
Huntsville Utilities has introduced a new program aimed at expanding access to solar energy for residential and small commercial customers, offering bill credits for excess power returned to the grid. […]
The annual Daikin Festival will return Friday, May 1, offering a blend of Japanese culture and Southern hospitality at Point Mallard Park. Hosted by Daikin America, the free community event […]
In a twist that practically wrote its own punchline, a night celebrating Alabama’s most recognizable weatherman was washed out by the very thing that made him famous. The Rocket City […]
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 […]
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 […]