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HUNTSVILLE — U.S. Rep. Dale Strong confirmed Wednesday that he will seek re-election to the House of Representatives in 2026, ending speculation that he might enter the race for Alabama’s […]

CULLMAN — Once again, the Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3D archery tournament hit a bullseye in fundraising. The 14th annual event, hosted by the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama, […]

DECATUR – Nick Perkins has announced he will be entering the race for Decatur City Council.  Perkins is the brother of Steve Perkins, who was killed in September 2023 during […]

MADISON — For thousands of children in Madison County, a trip to the doctor, dentist, or eye clinic no longer means missing school or missing care. Through its mobile medical […]

MADISON — Steve Smith says he’s running for mayor because Madison is at a pivotal point in its growth.  “I just think we’re at a crucial time right now,” Smith […]

MADISON — The Madison Utilities Board declined to take a new vote after their controversial decision to discontinue adding fluoride to the city’s water supply.   At Monday night’s meeting, board […]

MADISON — In a three-hour meeting marked by confusion and frustration, the Madison City Council voted Friday to advance a more streamlined one-story design at Toyota Field. A separate proposal […]

HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama League of Municipalities is celebrating its 90th anniversary this week with a major milestone: nine decades of supporting and advocating for the state’s 465 cities and […]

MADISON — A groundbreaking ceremony at Clift Farm welcomed Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant today.  The first Cooper’s Hawk location in Alabama will include four distinct components: an upscale casual […]

HUNTSVILLE — Putting a pen to paper, Gov. Kay “High Stepper” Ivey signed legislation Monday addressing the statute governing the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. “My signature on House Bill […]

FLORENCE — Edward Fennel Mauldin wasn’t able to finish college but that didn’t hinder his drive to succeed.  “My father was an orphan,” said Bank Independent President Macke Mauldin. “He came to […]

MADISON – Madison City Council member Connie Spears says she has heard from numerous residents after the Madison Utilities Board voted to discontinue adding fluoride to the city’s water supply.   […]

HUNTSVILLE — A Senior Sprint Career Fair in Huntsville highlighted the numerous opportunities for area graduating seniors who have not made firm post-graduation plans. Hosted Tuesday by the Huntsville/Madison County […]

HUNTSVILLE – It’s almost time to lace up your walking shoes, or superhero boots, for a good cause. The annual March of Dimes March for Babies walk returns to Big […]

MADISON — Monday night’s Madison City Council meeting saw more than 20 residents speak up after it was disclosed last week that Madison Utilities would discontinue adding fluoride to the […]

HUNTSVILLE – After years of silence, one of Huntsville’s most iconic properties is humming back to life. The Lumberyard, a sprawling and storied venue just off Meridian Street, has reopened […]

DECATUR — Bank Independent celebrated its “rebirth” Thursday on the Beltline in Decatur. The bank that Forbes magazine named the best in Alabama rebuilt the branch over the past 18 […]

GUNTERSVILLE — The inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit brought together more than 250 representatives from state agencies, nonprofits, local governments and the private sector to showcase Alabama’s leadership in outdoor recreation.   […]

HUNTSVILLE – Navy Week has officially set sail in the Rocket City, bringing a wave of sailors to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center on Monday night.  This year’s Navy […]

ATHENS — Mayor Ronnie Marks has launched his reelection bid in the city of Athens.  In office since 2010, Marks was appointed mayor when former Mayor Dan Williams left for […]

HUNTSVILLE — Recognizing the thousands of people behind the scenes of the space program in Huntsville, the Space Exploration Wall of Honor was unveiled Thursday at the U.S. Space & […]

MADISON — It was an opening of “EPIC” proportions for Northrop Grumman. The giant defense contractor unveiled its Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC) in Madison today featuring 175,500 square […]

HUNTSVILLE – This year is the 70th anniversary of Burritt on the Mountain, Huntsville’s first museum.  Founded in 1955, Burritt on the Mountain evolved from a home museum into a […]

MADISON — In Madison County, 11.9% of those age 65 and older (about 7,000 people) have Alzheimer’s dementia.  According to the Alzheimer’s Association, dementia is not a single disease but […]