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HUNTSVILLE — The role of data in historic preservation will soon be highlighted as part of the city of Huntsville’s annual Historic Preservation Month campaign. Spearheaded by the National Trust for […]

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 […]

ATHENS — Familiar faces will be in a familiar place but not where we’re used to seeing them. “Celebrity” volunteers are changing out of their everyday attire and putting on […]

Storytelling Festival hits Shoals Theatre stage next month

FLORENCE – “Behind every smile is a story waiting to be shared.” That is the theme of this year’s Shoals Storytelling Festival. Set for May 15-17, the festival will take […]

Saddle up: Limestone Sheriff’s Rodeo returns

ATHENS — Plenty of rodeo action is expected to hit the dirt in May when the annual Limestone Sheriff’s Rodeo returns to Athens. Now in its 43rd year, the Limestone […]

ATHENS — A mother duck’s feathers were furiously ruffled this afternoon when she found herself frantic over her 10 ducklings trapped in a storm drain in downtown Athens. Athens Street […]

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 […]

MONTGOMERY – Low-income residents in North Alabama will be able to reduce their home energy bills with help through the Weatherization Assistance Program. The four grants of more than $2.5 […]

HUNTSVILLE – Arts Huntsville will continue the tradition of honoring local military with Military Salute Night at the Panoply Arts Festival. To recognize their service and sacrifice, all active-duty military […]

ARAB – A recent donation will be a cut above for the Arab Parks & Recreation Department. Lynn and Donna Tidmore, whose commitment to improving the community, donated three mowers […]

HUNTSVILLE – The city of Huntsville is celebrating National Community Development Week by highlighting the transformational impact of federal housing programs in its neighborhoods. Funded through the Community Development Block Grant […]

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.   […]

ARAB — To meet an increased demand for recreational services from a growing population, the city of Arab broke ground Tuesday for a recreation center. In a partnership with Goodwyn […]

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 […]

HUNTSVILLE – Huntsville Transit wants college students and staff members to leave the car at home and help the environment by riding an Orbit bus at no charge next week. […]

Cullman’s berry best: Alabama Strawberry Festival returns

CULLMAN — A berry sweet celebration is planned next weekend when Cullman gears up for its annual festival centered around strawberries. Set for Friday and Saturday in Depot Park, the […]

HUNTSVILLE – Arts Huntsville is seeking volunteers for next weekend’s Panoply Arts Festival in downtown Huntsville. Scheduled for April 25-27, the annual festival requires more than 1,000 volunteers to bring arts, music […]

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 & […]

HUNTSVILLE – “United by music and driven by purpose,” the Huntsville Music Office is joining music communities around the world this month for “The Day That Music Cares.” The event, […]

HUNTSVILLE – In response to a 2024 fire that damaged several shelters, the South Derrick Street Camp has undergone improvements to improve safety and security for the camp’s occupants, Huntsville […]

ATHENS — Limestone County’s population is growing fast and exploding like cotton. In fact, Limestone County has the second highest county growth rate in the state of Alabama. Oh, not […]

HUNTSVILLE — It’s not too late to be a part of something truly special in Huntsville. Special, as in the Special Olympics of Madison County. The annual event, supported by […]

HUNTSVILLE — Imagine stepping onto a thriving urban greenway, the path stretching ahead lined with trees and native plants. It’s a peaceful escape from the city streets, with wide paths […]

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 […]