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New accessibility resources are now available at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, thanks to a regional partnership aimed at making one of Alabama’s top tourist destinations more inclusive. The […]

A Decatur nonprofit founded out of personal loss and firsthand experience with incarceration is gaining meaningful support from city leaders, as officials look to expand efforts aimed at recovery and […]

Singing River Trail and Launch Regional Partnership have announced the 11 finalists for the fifth annual Singing River Trail Launch Tank competition, spotlighting entrepreneurs from across North Alabama. The finalists […]

Hadrian F4 in Cherokee served as the backdrop Friday for a visit from U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler, who used the stop to highlight how recent federal tax […]

The Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin Corp. a $4.7 billion contract to produce PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors. Lockheed Martin maintains a major presence in the Rocket City, […]

State Sen. Tom Butler has been recognized on the national stage as his decades-long career in public service nears its final chapter. Butler (R-Madison), a pharmacist and longtime lawmaker representing […]

The Nature Conservancy and Bank Independent are teaming up to support long-term restoration efforts in one of North Alabama’s most ecologically important waterways. Bank Independent announced a three-year funding pledge […]

It wasn’t your typical traffic delay on I-65 last week, as a crash in Limestone County left crews cleaning up a highway covered in spicy chicken wings. According to the […]

Ardmore Charity

A local nonprofit focused on meeting urgent needs in the community is preparing for its second annual fundraiser, building on a growing track record of support for families across the […]

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Athens-Limestone Hospital has completed its first spine surgery using advanced robotic technology, marking a significant step forward in surgical capabilities for patients in Limestone County. The procedure was performed using […]

Huntsville-based defense technology firm Performance Drone Works LLC has been awarded a $15.2 million contract by the U.S. Army to supply advanced drone systems and support equipment, further solidifying the […]

Turner Construction Company is launching an eight-week training program aimed at helping North Alabama small businesses grow and compete for major construction projects across the region. The Turner School of […]

As Huntsville continues its rapid growth, financial and cybersecurity experts say that same momentum is drawing increased attention from fraudsters. Regions Bank hosted a fraud prevention seminar last week at […]

Crestwood Medical Center has named longtime healthcare leader Kyle Buchanan as its new president, officials announced Wednesday, marking a leadership transition at one of the region’s major hospitals. Buchanan, who […]

Huntsville-based content creator Shalae Morgan is bringing a new concept to the North Alabama wedding scene with the launch of Shalae Morgan Studio, a luxury bridal content studio and real-time […]

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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 Music Office will kick off Design Week Huntsville 2026 with a high-energy opening night event featuring a hometown performance by Paul McDonald and his band, The Mourning Doves. The […]

Proclamation from Mayor Battle

Leaders in Madison County have issued a joint proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and honoring the work of the National Children’s Advocacy Center. The proclamation, signed by […]

A popular spring tradition is making its return to MidCity in Huntsville, bringing thousands of pounds of crawfish, live music and a full day of festivities to The Camp. The […]

Madison City Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols announced plans to retire at the end of this school year at the Board of Education during Thursday night’s school board meeting. Nichols, […]

City of Huntsville is highlighting its investment in neighborhoods and residents this week as part of National Community Development Week, with an expanded focus on home rehabilitation for low-income seniors. […]

One of the region’s premier collegiate sporting events is set to return later this month as the Southern States Athletic Conference Softball Championship comes back to Decatur beginning April 30. […]

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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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