Alabama ranks No. 7 nationally, scores No. 1 in three business categories
Alabama moved up to No. 7 in the nation for doing business in Area Development’s 2026 rankings, highlighting the state’s business climate, workforce and infrastructure. Alabama earns several top rankings The state received three No. 1 rankings in the survey for its property tax environment, overall cost of doing business and labor cost competitiveness. Alabama […]
Nearly 50-year vision comes to life with UNA stadium opening
The University of North Alabama has opened Bank Independent Stadium, marking a major milestone in the university’s nearly 50-year effort to bring an on-campus football stadium to life. A historic first for UNA football The stadium officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony before the North Alabama Lions played their first home football game on campus. […]
Kona Grill closes after 10 years
Kona Grill has closed its Huntsville restaurant at Bridge Street Town Centre, with several signs suggesting the location may not reopen. A longtime Bridge Street restaurant has closed The Huntsville location opened in 2016 and became part of the dining lineup at Bridge Street Town Centre. It was the only Kona Grill location in Alabama. […]
New computer lab coming to Boys and Girls Club’s Calvary Hills Campus
The Boys & Girls Club of North Alabama received 10 new computers to help create a technology lab at its Calvary Hills campus in Huntsville. New computers will support local youth The computers were donated by the Alabama Statewide Organization of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The new equipment will give students access to technology […]
UAH sees third year of freshman growth
The University of Alabama in Huntsville is reporting another year of freshman enrollment growth, with 1,276 new freshmen joining the university this fall. Alabama enrollment continues to rise UAH reported a 10% increase in enrollment from Alabama compared with the previous year. Enrollment from Madison County also climbed 15%. The university said the incoming freshman […]
Huntsville Police work to address staffing shortage
The Huntsville Police Department is dealing with a staffing shortage as the city continues to grow, with 88 authorized officer positions currently vacant. Police staffing has declined despite city growth Huntsville’s population has grown by about 24% in four years, but the number of sworn police officers has fallen during the same period. Police Chief […]
