ATHENS — The city of Athens has received a federal grant to help improve safety on the city’s streets and roads. Athens will join other cities across the country in […]

HUNTSVILLE – Christmas has come and gone and the time will soon come to take down the tree. The cities of Huntsville and Madison have teamed with Madison County in […]

An ode to Alabama Christmas Welcome to Alabama Christmastime where the stars fell and continue to shine. James Spann is calling for a high of sixty-two; Only a tall glass […]

HUNTSVILLE – With Christmas closing in, one of the nation’s oldest charities is asking for community help making up a $20,000 shortfall in an iconic holiday event.  The Salvation Army […]

HUNTSVILLE – Fireworks and music highlight the weekend schedule at the second annual Christmas on the River at Ditto Landing.  The fireworks, sponsored by Redstone Gateway, start at 7 p.m. […]

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HUNTSVILLE – Santa and Mrs. Claus not only made an appearance but also joined in on the fun as the ribbon was cut during a ceremony marking the opening of […]

HUNTSVILLE – Parents or guardians needing to shop but can’t find a babysitter, relax. The Huntsville Parks & Recreation Department is coming to the rescue with Drop and Shop. Or, […]

MONTGOMERY – “Sometimes people need a helping hand to lift themselves up when they are going through hard times,”  Gov. Kay Ivey said in awarding more than $600,000 in grants […]

HUNTSVILLE – A ribbon-cutting will celebrate the opening of the playground at the Sandra Moon Community Complex. “March to the Playground’’ is set for Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the […]

HUNTSVILLE – There is an agenda sometimes, one aimed to help everyone, whatever the political affiliation. David Little had something he told everyone would be a plank he’d walk on […]

ATHENS — A trio of small cities in the Tennessee Valley are among the seven “welcoming towns of Alabama,” according to worldatlas.com. According to the publication, Athens, Cullman, Hartselle and […]

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $440,000 to help reduce sexual assault in North Alabama and assist victims. The three grants total $438,599 and cover 12 counties in the […]

  256 Today is proud to present the Our Town Podcast. Check here every week for the latest episode from Troy Bye, North Alabama’s newest favorite son. The Our Town […]

HUNTSVILLE – It’s not quite shop till you drop. In fact, it’s really drop and shop, as in drop off the kids and go shop. That’s right, if you’re a […]

SHEFFIELD – Bank Independent is going to need a bigger trophy case. The Shoals area community bank, now a regional force, is accustomed to making “best of’’ style lists. It’s […]

DECATUR – Following a disciplinary hearing regarding four police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Decatur resident Stephen Perkins, three of those involved at the scene as well as […]

HUNTSVILLE – A lot of time was spent Thursday night talking about the merits of naming local landmarks such as streets, buildings, bridges and so forth at the regular meeting […]

MADISON – Madison Visionary Partners is accepting nominations for the second annual Madison Visionary Awards. The communitywide event recognizes the people who make Madison a great place to live, work […]

HUNTSVILLE – The Salvation Army is marching in step with the changing times when it comes to giving. The organization has relied on donations since it began giving aid to […]

HUNTSVILLE – Some pediatric patients won’t be home for the holidays, despite their wishes, but they can still receive presents and community donations can help make the holidays brighter for […]

HUNTSVILLE – The City of Huntsville has added yet another event on its crowded holiday schedule in downtown with Big Spring Jingle. The event is slated for 5-8 p.m. Friday […]

  256 Today is proud to present the Our Town Podcast. Check here every week for the latest episode from Troy Bye, North Alabama’s newest favorite son. The Our Town […]

ATHENS — Santa Claus is coming to town! The jolly old elf will be riding high Thursday when the Athens-Limestone County Christmas Parade steps off at 6 p.m. Spectators are […]