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A potential restructuring of Huntsville Utilities remains in the early discussion phase, but CEO Wes Kelley says the proposal could make the system more efficient as the city continues to […]

The Anniston Police Department is expanding its drone program with advanced technology to strengthen public safety, with a new all-weather drone marking the latest step in a broader push to […]

A Muscle Shoals firefighter is being credited with saving a man’s life after jumping into action during a medical emergency while off duty at a Florence restaurant. Wesley Sharpston, a […]

Huntsville International Airport continues its upward trajectory, posting its busiest February on record, as passenger growth and cargo activity remain strong in North Alabama. A total of 122,433 passengers traveled […]

The Alabama Department of Transportation is continuing to seek public input on proposed safety improvements along U.S. 72 East in Madison County, with comments accepted through Wednesday, April 8. The […]

ServisFirst Bank has promoted Jonathan Ceci to commercial banking officer at its Huntsville, Alabama location, the company announced. Ceci will support the bank’s commercial banking team while continuing to assist […]

Newly appointed Madison County Chairman Rex Vaughn says improving roads and addressing long-delayed courthouse plans will be among his top priorities as he begins leading one of Alabama’s fastest-growing counties. […]

A decades-old hiking route on Monte Sano is set for a revival, as local partners prepare to mark the completion of Huntsville’s Spacewalk Trail 3.0 with a public ceremony next […]

When the Academy Awards turned its spotlight to the music of Sinners, Alabama had a presence onstage. During the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, Brittany Howard—best known as the powerhouse vocalist behind Alabama […]

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Federal and state leaders converged Friday in Cherokee, Alabama to mark the opening of a massive new defense manufacturing facility, a project expected to transform Northwest Alabama into a key […]

A major missile defense contract tied to Huntsville has more than tripled in value, underscoring the region’s growing role in national security. The Missile Defense Agency has awarded Raytheon an […]

Thousands of military leaders, industry experts and defense professionals are expected to gather in Huntsville next week for the AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition, one of the Army’s premier […]

As national security demands grow and pressure mounts on the defense industrial base, a Huntsville company says it is already prepared to respond. Aurex announced earlier this month that its […]

Madison Mayor Ranae Bartlett has officially proclaimed March 30 as Women-Owned Business Day in the city of Madison, recognizing the impact of female entrepreneurs on the local economy. The proclamation […]

Raytheon has completed a major expansion of its missile integration facility in Huntsville, strengthening North Alabama’s role as a critical hub in the nation’s defense industrial base. According to a […]

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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 […]

Artists and crafters from across the Southeast will gather along the shores of Lake Guntersville April 18-19 for the 65th annual Art on the Lake festival. The longtime spring tradition, […]

The Southern Fried Film Festival has received a $20,000 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to support programming and filmmaker travel for its 2026 festival. Organizers said […]

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A summer twilight run in Cullman will honor the life of former Alabama sports reporter Christina Chambers while raising support for the young son she left behind. The Christina Chambers […]

The Huntsville Police Department will conduct its first DUI safety checkpoint of 2026 on Friday, March 20, as part of ongoing efforts to deter impaired driving and improve roadway safety. […]

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is gearing up to bring back one of the region’s growing springtime events, as the PCA Pro Rodeo returns to Oxford for a two-night showcase […]

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U.S. Space & Rocket Center has officially introduced its new astronaut mascots, Apollo and Artemis, after more than 2,000 people participated in a public naming contest. The mascots were unveiled […]

The Etowah County Sheriff’s Office is expanding safety measures across several county facilities and patrol operations with the deployment of LifeVac anti-choking devices. According to the sheriff’s office, 50 LifeVac […]

March is Women’s History Month and Parks & Recreation is celebrating with the third annual HerPower Walk on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at John Hunt […]

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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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