News — Page 2

GUNTERSVILLE — To improve traffic safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation will convert the intersection of U.S. 431 and Buck Island Drive in Guntersville to a Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT) […]

HUNTSVILLE — To commemorate the “Catalyst of Change,” the city of Huntsville will celebrate Rosa Parks Day today, marking the 70th anniversary of her historic refusal to surrender her seat […]

HUNTSVILLE – Huntsville Utilities will resume assessing late fees and disconnecting service for non-payment beginning Jan. 5, 2026. Customers with unpaid account balances after this date may incur a late […]

HUNTSVILLE — There will be a new ice age at the Von Braun Center next year as the facility replaces an aging ice system in Propst Arena. In the meantime, […]

WASHINGTON — Reflecting on his background as a county commissioner, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has secured more than $6.2 million in federal funding for key infrastructure projects in rural North […]

HUNTSVILLE  – Area utility companies are warning customers about an increase in a specific type of scam, and how they can easily protect themselves. This is a phishing scam that […]

FLORENCE – A two-vehicle crash Wednesday involving a farm combine claimed the life of a Tuscaloosa man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Troopers said Joshua D. Strozier, 26, […]

HUNTSVILLE — The Madison County Water Department has suspended disconnections for non-payment of water service and late payment fees during the ongoing federal government shutdown. “Madison County understands the significant […]

RUSSELLVILLE — Residents of Russellville and Franklin County will have better drinking water and safer sewage disposal thanks to a pair of grants from the Appalachian Regional Commission, Gov. Kay […]

FLORENCE – It is a familiar courtroom for suspended Lauderdale County Circuit Judge Gil Self, but this time he is not behind the bench. Self, who once presided over trials […]

MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is encouraging families across the state to help young drivers build safer habits from the start. Under the theme “Driven to Drive Right,” […]

DEER LODGE, Mont. — A Huntsville man and his two daughters were killed Friday night in a single-plane crash in Montana, multiple sources confirmed. The bodies of Mark Anderson and […]

HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville Utilities customers will not face late fees or service disconnections for nonpayment during the federal government shutdown, the utility said today. This is an extension of the […]

ATHENS — The city of Athens has suspended its curbside recycling service because it cannot find a resource to accept its recyclable materials. In a Facebook post, Sanitation Superintendent Terence […]

DECATUR – In light of the “national climate surrounding immigration status and safety concerns,” organizers of the Día De Los Muertos Festival are canceling this year’s fourth annual celebration in […]

DECATUR – The Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association is positioning the region to become an accessible-friendly destination. At a news conference Tuesday, the organization announced major accessibility projects to improve […]

FLORENCE – For the first time in 10 years, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will return to Florence as part of its National Concert Tour. The band will […]

Huntsville Utilities warns of email phishing scam

HUNTSVILLE – Huntsville Utilities is warning customers of a phishing scam involving an email that appears to come from an HU commercial applications employee. According to Utilities officials, the email […]

HUNTSVILLE — Local radio listeners were soured recently by the news that, due to federal funding cuts, WLRH 89.3FM would no longer air nationally syndicated programming content from National Public […]

HUNTSVILLE — Local leaders said the area is prepared, excited and ready to welcome U.S. Space Command to its new permanent headquarters at Redstone Arsenal. The move is expected to […]

HUNTSVILLE — The Huntsville-Madison County Chamber said some members reported an issue when visiting the website Wednesday. However, the issue has been resolved, and members should not encounter any pop-up […]

REDSTONE ARSENAL — Due to federal funding cuts and hiring freezes, Redstone Arsenal will change the operational hours of Gate 3 next week. “We’re facing significant challenges due to workforce […]

The contractor has begun work on the roadway approaching the bridge on Parker Road. HARTSELLE — Motorists on I-65 in Morgan County should expect single-lane nighttime closures this week at […]

HARTSELLE – Finding a more visible location to meet a growing demand for services, Bank Independent and city officials broke ground this week for a sales office. “We are excited […]