Downtown Huntsville is getting a new sourdough pizza restaurant
Dough Dough Pizza Co. is preparing to bring long-fermented sourdough pizza and creative sandwiches to downtown Huntsville later this year. A new pizza concept downtown According to online reports, Mercado Group plans to open Dough Dough Pizza Co. in the former Razzo Pizzeria space at 222 Holmes Ave. N.E. The group already operates several downtown […]
Phoebe Bridgers brings new album preview to Huntsville
Phoebe Bridgers is bringing her new album to Huntsville for an immersive listening experience at the Intuitive Planetarium inside the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. A special night in Huntsville According to online reports, the Lost Weekend Planetarium Experience will give local fans an early listen to Bridgers’ first solo album in six years. The […]
Mayor Tommy Battle marries former Miss University of Alabama
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and former Broadway performer Jo Lynn Burks have married in a private ceremony, city officials confirmed. Private Ceremony Held Last Week According to online reports, the couple exchanged vows during a small ceremony last week before taking a short honeymoon. The wedding marks a new chapter for Battle, who has served […]
Sparkman Drive Bridge set for repairs
Huntsville plans to repair the aging Sparkman Drive bridge over Pinhook Creek, with construction expected to begin later this year. Bridge Work Will Replace Aging Structure According to online reports, the city received federal funding for improvements to the bridge just west of U.S. Highway 231 and Memorial Parkway. The project will replace part of […]
New 25,000-square-foot defense facility opens in Huntsville
Defense engineering company Duotech has opened a new Huntsville facility that will expand its operations and bring 50 new jobs to the area. New Facility Expands Huntsville Operations According to online reports, Duotech marked the opening of its 25,000-square-foot facility in Research Park on August 6. The new location will support several of the company’s […]
$1.3B Raytheon defense awards include Huntsville operations
Raytheon has secured $1.3 billion in federal contracts tied to two missile programs, with Huntsville included in work on one of the systems. Huntsville Included in SM-3 Work According to online reports, the Missile Defense Agency and Army Contracting Command awarded Raytheon two contracts totaling about $1.3 billion. The larger award totals $745 million and […]
Eli Lilly, Airbus + more explain why they chose Alabama
Major business leaders say Alabama’s workforce, partnerships and business environment continue to attract major investments across the state. Huntsville Stands Out to Eli Lilly According to online reports, Eli Lilly considered hundreds of potential locations before selecting four states for new pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, including Alabama. The company plans to invest more than $6 billion […]
UAH’s popular program for adults 50+ reaches major milestone
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Alabama in Huntsville has reached a major milestone, welcoming its 1,000th member during its fall open house. More Than 70 Classes Available This Fall According to online reports, the milestone came during an open house where attendees could explore more than 70 upcoming classes offered both […]
Huntsville leaders reaffirm commitment to safer communities
Huntsville leaders are emphasizing public safety, peaceful conflict resolution, and community cooperation as the city continues working to strengthen neighborhoods and prevent violence. City leaders emphasize community safety City officials say keeping Huntsville safe requires ongoing cooperation between residents, community organizations, and law enforcement. District 1 Council Member Michelle Watkins encouraged residents to look out […]
Officials puts accessibility at the center of new development
Huntsville officials are making accessibility a key part of new developments and renovations as the city continues to expand. Accessibility starts during the design process City officials say new public spaces must meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). However, Huntsville’s approach aims to go beyond simply meeting those legal standards. Ricky […]
