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After weeks of controversy and appeals, the Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board of Control has amended Scottsboro High School’s classification, moving the school from Class 5A back to […]
With Alabama’s spring tornado season approaching, Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging residents to take advantage of the state’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday later this month. The tax […]
The City of Huntsville is commissioning a new study to measure the economic impact and growth of its music industry, marking what officials describe as the next step in strengthening […]
Fraud continues to plague families, organizations and businesses. No one is completely safe, and every industry faces vulnerability risks. Meanwhile, fraudsters are advancing their techniques, collaborating through dark web channels […]
For many North Alabama residents, Fayetteville, Tennessee, is a nearby neighbor just across the state line — and this week its historic downtown square is facing a difficult rebuild after […]
State Rep. James Lomax (R-Huntsville) responded Thursday to recent comments made by Mo Brooks to 1819 News, continuing a war of words that has defined the Republican primary for House […]
A Decatur mother says her young son was left alone for hours on a daycare van during frigid weather — an incident reported by WAFF 48 that she says could […]
Five physicians across Alabama — including two in North Alabama — are now qualified to certify patients for participation in the state’s medical cannabis program, according to a January update […]

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Business
Huntsville-based PeopleTec Inc. has been awarded a $48.1 million contract by the Missile Defense Agency to support advanced capability development. The contract will enable MDA to acquire advanced model-based systems […]
Numerous North Alabama business leaders are taking on a major role in U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s 2026 campaign for governor. Tuberville (R-Auburn) on Wednesday announced his campaign finance committee, highlighting a […]
BAE Systems has received $137 million in Foreign Military Sales contracts from the U.S. Army to deliver its AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning System (CMWS) to allied nations, the company announced. […]
Bank Independent celebrated the grand opening of its new MidCity Huntsville sales office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking an expanded presence in one of the city’s fastest-growing districts. The new […]
Huntsville-based Torch Technologies and the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have launched a new partnership aimed at accelerating mission-relevant innovation for national security and strengthening workforce development efforts. […]
Culture
Huntsville’s own Rocket City Dietitian, Rachel Brown, is sharing one of her latest comfort-food favorites with a statewide audience through SoulGrown, an Alabama-based digital publication dedicated to celebrating the people, […]
Huntsville Ballet will continue its 62nd season with “Dancers’ Choice,” an intimate series of in-studio performances that gives the company’s professional dancers the opportunity to choreograph and perform original works […]
One of Huntsville’s most beloved neighborhood eateries is expanding into Five Points, with Good Company Cafe set to take over the former 1892 East building and introduce a brand new […]
Visitors and residents alike are invited to explore the heart of Decatur through the Downtown Turtle Trail, a growing public art experience that blends local history, creativity and outdoor exploration. […]
Second Mile Development will host acclaimed singer-songwriter, musician and children’s author Jennifer Daniels for a two-day fundraising event Jan. 23–24, 2026, featuring an intimate benefit concert and a free, family-friendly […]
Community
Larry LouAllen of Lawrence County has spent decades serving the horticulture community and his dedication was recognized on Feb. 5 when he received the Exceptional Achievement Award from the Alabama […]
Spring will arrive a little early in downtown Athens as local boutiques prepare for the annual Boutique Crawl, set for March 7 and March 14. The two-day shopping event will […]
Alabama A&M basketball is making noise on the national stage. For the first time this season, the Bulldogs’ women’s team received votes in the College Insider Mid-Major Top 25 poll, […]
Madison Visionary Partners will host its fourth annual Madison Visionary Awards on March 25, recognizing local volunteers, youth leaders, and business professionals who have helped shape the Madison community. The […]
The Madison County Commission will recognize two young women for their service and positive impact on the community during its February 11 meeting as part of Black History Month observances. […]
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 […]
