DoD Awards nearly $2.7B in contracts, some work in Huntsville

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded nearly $2.7 billion in new contracts to major defense companies, with some work tied to Huntsville, according to online reports. Boeing Receives Major Aircraft Contract Boeing secured the largest portion of the funding. The company will continue developing the E-7A reconnaissance aircraft prototype under a contract worth about […]
Super Kids Urgent Care launches in Owens Cross Roads

A new pediatric urgent care clinic has officially opened in Hampton Cove, giving families a faster option for children’s healthcare, according to online reports. New Pediatric Urgent Care Now Open Super Kids Urgent Care is now open and serving families in Owens Cross Roads. The clinic focuses on children and young adults from birth through […]
LifeSouth Blood Center now open in Hampton Cove

A new blood donation center has officially opened in Hampton Cove, giving residents another way to support local hospitals, according to online reports. New Donation Center Now Open LifeSouth Community Blood Center has opened a new storefront in Owens Cross Roads. The center is located at 324 Sutton Road, Unit A, and is now welcoming […]
Soul Train Station brings Southern comfort to Harvest

Soul Train Station in Harvest is now open, serving Southern comfort food inside a real train car. According to online reports, the restaurant welcomes diners daily with a unique dining experience that blends nostalgia, music, and home-cooked meals. Step Back in Time Soul Train Station is locally owned and designed to transport guests to the […]
Construction begins on $17M Student Union at Calhoun Community College

Work has begun on a new $17 million Student Union building at Calhoun Community College, according to online reports. New Student Union to Serve as Campus Hub The city of Decatur recently issued a building permit for the two-story, 29,800-square-foot facility along U.S. 31. The project marks the largest construction effort in the Huntsville area […]
Iconic music store AB Stephens to close after 40 years

After more than 40 years, the iconic AB Stephens building in Huntsville will no longer serve as a music store, according to online reports. Huntsville’s AB Stephens Building to Close For decades, AB Stephens has been a landmark for music lovers in Huntsville. Janet Parks, the longtime manager of the sheet music department, has helped […]
Huntsville maintains perfect credit ratings, eyes new investments

The City of Huntsville has retained its perfect credit ratings from Moody’s Investors Service and Standard & Poor’s Rating Services, earning Aaa and AAA ratings, respectively. City Maintains Financial Strength Officials say these ratings reflect Huntsville’s strong financial management, conservative budgeting practices, and a robust local economy attracting historic investments. Factors Behind the Ratings Rating […]