College football returns to Joe Davis Stadium, boosting local economy
College football is officially returning to Joe Davis Stadium, marking a new chapter for Huntsville as a growing sports destination. Season Opener Brings Division I Football Back The 2026 college football season will kick off August 29 at Joe Davis Stadium’s Wicks Family Field. The University of North Alabama will face Samford in a neutral-site […]
Good Company Café to open second Huntsville location
Good Company Café is opening a second Huntsville location after years of steady growth on the city’s south side. A Neighborhood Staple Finds Its Footing Since opening in 2018, Good Company Café has built a loyal following in South Huntsville. The restaurant serves all-day brunch and popular menu items like its signature orange-cranberry chicken salad. […]
$322K in grants to local nonprofits awarded
The City of Huntsville has approved more than $322,000 in grants to support local nonprofit organizations serving low- to moderate-income residents. Funding Supports Essential Services The City’s Community Development Department will distribute $322,800 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. These funds will support organizations that provide housing assistance, homelessness […]
City greenlights new affordable homes on Kildare Street
The City of Huntsville has approved new funding to support affordable homeownership opportunities in District 2. Agreements Support New Home Construction City leaders authorized two agreements with Family Services Center, Inc. (FSC), a certified Community Housing Development Organization. These agreements allow FSC to use federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds to build two three-bedroom homes […]
Huntsville approves new dog park on Cabela Drive
The City of Huntsville has approved plans for a new public dog park on Cabela Drive. Design Contract Moves Project Forward City officials approved an engineering design services contract with Mullins, LLC. The agreement covers planning for a two-acre dog park and a small parking area. The $16,700 contract includes site surveying, fencing, sidewalks, and […]
AHSAA’s New Classification System: Former Private School Athlete Perspective
I’m a former private school athlete at Randolph School, where I attended K–12 and played football and baseball. I was the quarterback in football and a pitcher and third baseman in baseball. I was recruited to Tulane University as a pitcher, tore my UCL, greyshirted, and ultimately never played. My perspective is shaped by competing […]
Dragon Alley Asian Street Food Concept to land in MidCity
Dragon Alley is opening soon in Huntsville’s MidCity District, offering a fresh take on Asian street food. A New Culinary Destination Dragon Alley will be located at 1030 Mid City Drive. The concept comes from local culinary innovators HX Brands, the team behind popular Huntsville favorites like Kamado Ramen, Kung Fu Tea, and Tous Les […]
Test your skills at Rocket City Ninja Obstacle Academy
Huntsville now has its very own indoor Ninja Warrior training facility with the grand opening of Rocket City Ninja Obstacle Academy at 2316 Memorial Parkway NW, Suite A. The Academy offers obstacle-based workouts and classes for kids, adults, and families, as well as birthday parties and private events. Students of all ages can train on […]
Southern Gem Furniture opens first Huntsville location
Huntsville now has a new destination for luxury home furnishings. Southern Gem, a high-end Tuscumbia-based furniture store, has opened its first showroom in the city at 2302 Whitesburg Drive. The store offers a curated selection of furniture, lighting, custom upholstery, and unique home décor pieces to help you create the perfect home atmosphere. About Southern […]
Fizzy Flapper Ice Cream Parlor coming to Lowe Mill
A nostalgic ice cream parlor called Fizzy Flapper is coming to Lowe Mill in spring 2026, adding a playful new twist to the already immersive Dragon’s Forge Cafe experience. A Fantasy Cafe with a Sweet New Addition Fizzy Flapper will operate within Dragon’s Forge Cafe, Studio 2073, expanding the cafe’s fantasy-tavern atmosphere with classic ice […]
