Six Alabama companies land nearly $1 Billion in Pentagon defense contracts
Several Alabama companies, including multiple based in Huntsville, have secured major defense contracts worth nearly $1 billion, according to online reports. Major Pentagon Awards for Alabama Firms Six Alabama-based organizations received contracts from the U.S. Department of Defense in April. The work spans construction, engineering, drone systems, and advanced defense technologies. Collectively, the contracts total […]
Huntsville dining scene expands with beloved Italian restaurant
A new Italian restaurant is set to open at Bridge Street in Huntsville after a longtime dining spot closed, according to online reports. North Italia Coming to Bridge Street North Italia will take over the former Bravo! Italian Kitchen space at Bridge Street Town Centre. The previous restaurant closed after more than a decade in […]
Madison County reports one of Alabama’s lowest unemployment rates
Madison County continues to show strong job growth, reporting one of the lowest unemployment rates in Alabama, according to online reports. Madison County Unemployment Rate Stays Low Madison County recorded a 2.4% unemployment rate for March. This figure comes in below the statewide average of 2.7%. Data was released by the Alabama Department of Labor. […]
Two local students crowned Alabama state archery champions
Two elementary students from Madison have won state archery championships and will now advance to national competition, according to online reports. Madison Students Win State Titles The National Archery in the Schools Program Alabama State Championship crowned two local winners this year. Natalie Yancey claimed the elementary girls title, while Noah Parcus won the elementary […]
New Huntsville school planned for fast-growing area
Huntsville City Schools plans to build a new campus in a fast-growing area to meet rising enrollment demand, according to online reports. New School Planned for Hampton Cove Huntsville City Schools is preparing to purchase land in the Hampton Cove area for a new school. District leaders say the project targets one of the fastest-growing […]
Huntsville Airport reopens east runway after $12.3M upgrade
Huntsville International Airport has reopened a major runway following a multimillion-dollar upgrade, according to online reports. $12.3M Runway Project Completed Airport officials announced the reopening of the East Runway after a $12.3 million rehabilitation project. Crews spent about 14 months upgrading the runway and key connector areas. The project received funding through grants from the […]
