Posts by Mecca Musick — Page 3

January 21 is National Squirrel Appreciation Day, a holiday created to celebrate one of nature’s most energetic creatures. At Huntsville Utilities, it is also a reminder of a relationship best […]

State Rep. James Lomax (R-Huntsville) is reviving his charge to ban all foreign nationals and foreign corporations from making direct or indirect contributions or expenditures in Alabama elections. HB214 would […]

A bill introduced in the Alabama House would significantly change how ivermectin is dispensed in the state, allowing pharmacists to provide the drug without an individual prescription under a standing […]

Madison Hospital on Wednesday announced the launch of a new state-of-the-art acute care transport ambulance designed to rapidly move critically ill patients to advanced specialty care and surprised Madison County […]

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 […]

After a year of uncertainty tied to federal funding, the Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments’ Senior Community Service Employment Program is back and now offering higher wages and […]

One of Huntsville’s most dazzling attractions is now vying for national bragging rights. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s INTUITIVE® Planetarium has been nominated for Best Planetarium in the United […]

Kay Ivey

Governor Kay Ivey used her final State of the State address to highlight Alabama’s economic momentum, pointing to major business investments, infrastructure improvements and workforce gains, including several with direct […]

Rodney Smith

Governor Kay Ivey took time in her final State of the State address Tuesday night to recognize Huntsville native Rodney Smith Jr., even urging President Donald Trump to allow the […]

A major $1 billion investment by the Department of War into L3Harris Technologies’ missile business is expected to strengthen the nation’s solid rocket motor supply chain and could have significant […]

Drake State Community and Technical College has earned accreditation from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, a nationally recognized organization that sets industry standards for manufacturing education. The 2025 accreditation […]

The Madison City Council voted Monday night to approve a development agreement and annexation that will bring the Costco property along U.S. 72 officially into the city limits, a move […]

Randy Jones of Guntersville has officially been sworn in as Alabama’s representative on the Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors, restoring quorum to the nine-member board and giving Alabama a […]

Huntsville Hospital is now accepting applications for its second annual Nurse Camp, a free, hands-on program designed to introduce high school students to careers in nursing. According to Huntsville Hospital, […]

Huntsville City Schools marked a major milestone in its long-term facilities plan last week with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new shared campus that will house Chapman Middle School, a […]

Madison County Commissioner Violet Edwards has announced she is running for Alabama State Auditor on the Democratic ticket, citing her experience in fiscal oversight, budgeting and government accountability. Edwards, first […]

The Madison City Council is expected to vote Monday on a proposal to annex the Costco Wholesale store into the City of Madison, a move that would bring the retailer […]

State Sen. Livingston on the session ahead

State Sen. Steve Livingston has officially qualified for a fourth term representing Alabama Senate District 8, a sprawling district that stretches across Jackson, DeKalb and Madison counties and spans some […]

Nominations are now open for the Madison Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Best in Business Awards, an annual event recognizing outstanding businesses, leaders and organizations across Madison’s business community. “These awards […]

A newly registered variety of Alabama’s state flower has been named in honor of Governor Kay Ivey, marking a rare distinction and a symbolic tribute to the state’s history and […]

State Rep. Marilyn Lands (D-Huntsville) officially kicked off her re-election campaign for Alabama House District 10 this week, telling supporters she is seeking another term to continue work on maternal […]

Governor Kay Ivey will deliver the final State of the State address of her tenure Tuesday, January 13, as Alabama lawmakers convene for the start of the 2026 legislative session. […]

Alabama’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.7% in November, with Madison County, Limestone County and the city of Madison ranking among the areas with the lowest jobless rates in the state, […]

Madison Visionary Partners is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Impact mini-grant cycle, offering funding to nonprofits and eligible organizations working to improve quality of life within the City […]