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As growth surges in Limestone County, East Limestone High faces capacity crunch with expansion plans
At more than 1,200 students and still growing, East Limestone High School has reached a point familiar across fast-growing North Alabama communities: it is full – and expected to remain […]
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The Alabama House of Representatives passed HB527 on Tuesday, delivering an Alabama overtime tax cut of up to $1,000 on qualified overtime pay and adding a 60-day grocery tax holiday, combining for […]
Krispy Kreme launches Artemis II doughnut as Huntsville-managed rocket lifts off on historic mission
In celebration of NASA’s Artemis II mission, the Huntsville-connected milestone is getting a space-inspired sweet treat. Krispy Kreme announced its release of a limited-time Artemis II Doughnut to coincide with […]
Crowds in Huntsville and around the world watched and cheered as NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully lifted off Wednesday evening, marking the first crewed mission to the Moon in more […]
According to an advisory from her office, Governor Kay Ivey successfully underwent a minor procedure Tuesday afternoon at Baptist South after doctors determined that fluid was pressing against her lung. […]
Democrat candidate Hanu Karlapalem has announced the launch of his campaign for Alabama House District 4 with a public kickoff event set for April 4 in Madison. Karlapalem, a Madison […]
Two Romanian nationals unlawfully present in the United States have been sentenced to federal prison after carrying out a credit card skimming scheme targeting retail locations across Alabama and Mississippi, […]
Crestwood Medical Center is now part of Huntsville Hospital Health System, a transition officials say will preserve local control while strengthening access to care across North Alabama. The move follows […]
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $14.1 million contract modification to Range Generation Next LLC to support operations at the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site. The […]
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Business
GFiber has promoted Huntsville native Whitney Swinney to inventory market lead for its Huntsville and Nashville markets, the company announced. Swinney, who has 15 years of experience in the Southeast […]
Representatives from Bank Independent joined nearly 200 residents Saturday for Financial One Day in Huntsville, offering practical strategies aimed at improving financial literacy and long-term stability. Community Relations Officer Kris […]
As winter fades and longer days return across Alabama, the first blooms of spring often serve as a welcome sign of warmer temperatures ahead. For many, flowers represent more than […]
A new federal agreement to significantly expand production of a key missile defense component is drawing attention to Alabama’s significant role in the nation’s defense industry. The Department of War […]
Limestone County has once again been named the fastest-growing county in Alabama, marking the seventh consecutive year it has held the top spot, according to new data from the U.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 […]
Community
The City of Huntsville is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, a yearlong program designed to give high school students hands-on experience in local government and […]
The University of North Alabama has selected Dr. Joseph Gray as its next Director of Bands following a nationwide search, university officials announced. Gray will lead the university’s nationally recognized […]
One of North Alabama’s most popular Memorial Day weekend traditions is set to return as the Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic brings two days of balloons, live entertainment and […]
Community leaders, volunteers and organizations were recognized Wednesday during the fourth annual Madison Visionary Awards, highlighting the people and projects shaping the city’s continued growth. Hosted by Madison Visionary Partners […]
Thrive Alabama has been selected to receive funding through the Gilead Foundation as part of a nationwide initiative aimed at expanding HIV prevention and community health services. The funding comes […]
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 […]
