Huntsville proposes tax increment financing district to fund Downtown expansion projects
A major downtown funding plan is under consideration in Huntsville, according to online reports. Huntsville Proposes New Downtown TIF District The city of Huntsville is proposing a new tax increment financing (TIF) district aimed at supporting downtown expansion and redevelopment. If approved, the plan would direct future tax growth from new development into major infrastructure […]
barre3 Fitness Studio is coming
A new fitness studio is set to join Huntsville’s growing MidCity District, according to online reports. barre3 Expands Into Huntsville’s MidCity District The fitness brand barre3 is preparing to open a new location in MidCity District later this summer. The studio will operate at 900 Mid City Drive NW, Unit C, next to Franklin Spice […]
Huntsville companies named ‘Best Places to Work’ for 2026
Businesses across Huntsville and Madison County have once again been recognized for strong workplace culture, according to online reports. North Alabama Companies Earn “Best Places to Work” Honors Nearly 200 businesses received nominations for the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce “Best Places to Work” program. Of those, 97 qualified for evaluation based on employee feedback […]
Dr. Richard Showers Recreation Center to receive extensive campus renovation
A popular Huntsville recreation center is set for major improvements after city leaders approved a key design contract, according to online reports. Huntsville Approves Major Recreation Center Renovation The Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center will undergo a large-scale renovation following approval from the Huntsville City Council. The council signed off on a $1.3 million […]
Huntsville breaks into Top 100 U.S. Cities by Population, new census data shows
Huntsville continues rapid population growth and has reached a new national milestone, according to online reports. Huntsville Enters Top 100 U.S. Cities New population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau place Huntsville among the 100 largest cities in the United States. As of July 1, 2025, the city reached an estimated 233,627 residents. That total […]
$1 billion in school upgrades continues as Huntsville starts on new campus
Huntsville City Schools is continuing its long-term investment in campus improvements with the start of another major construction project, according to online reports. $1 Billion School Upgrade Effort Continues in Huntsville Huntsville City Schools and city leaders recently broke ground on a new middle school campus that will replace Huntsville Junior High School. The new […]
Huntsville renames street and dog park to honor music legend ‘Microwave Dave’
Huntsville has renamed a downtown street and dog park in honor of beloved local musician “Microwave Dave,” according to online reports. Huntsville Honors ‘Microwave Dave’ With New Street Name The City of Huntsville officially renamed a section of Cleveland Avenue as “Microwave Dave Way” to recognize the legacy of Dave Gallaher. The newly renamed section […]
