Huntsville Botanical Garden aims for top spot in a national award
After finishing as runner-up for the past two years, the Huntsville Botanical Garden is aiming to claim first place in a nationwide competition. Galaxy of Lights seeks #1 The garden’s Galaxy of Lights holiday display ranked second in USA Today’s 10Best Botanical Holiday Light Shows list in both 2023 and 2024. This year, garden leaders […]
Alabama launches first regional high school musical theatre awards
High school performers in Alabama will soon have a chance to take their musical theatre skills to a national stage. The Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville is introducing the state’s first Regional High School Musical Theatre Awards Program, named the Tallulah Awards, for the 2025-2026 school year. Winners to represent Alabama at the Jimmy Awards […]
Huntsville breaks ground on major expansion of U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum
Just one week before Veterans Day, the City of Huntsville officially broke ground on a major expansion of the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum at John Hunt Park. A significant upgrade for a historic site The $9.98 million project will nearly double the museum’s size to 35,000 square feet, adding space to display artifacts dating back […]
University of North Alabama named top music business school by Billboard
The University of North Alabama in Florence has earned a spot on Billboard’s 2025 list of top music business schools, joining Auburn University as Alabama’s representatives. This marks UNA’s first appearance on the prestigious list, highlighting the program’s growing influence in music education. UNA’s Department of Entertainment Industry Billboard recognized UNA for its courses on […]
The Local Café to bring Chef Erick Luther’s flavors to Downtown Huntsville
Downtown Huntsville will soon welcome a new sandwich spot. The Local Café, or simply The Local, is set to open in mid-November at 103 North Side Square, taking over the former Domaine South location. A new addition to Mercado Group The Local Café will join Chef Erick Luther’s growing portfolio of popular eateries under the […]
Two hotels coming near Joe Davis Stadium
Huntsville will soon add 222 new hotel rooms near Joe Davis Stadium, boosting accommodations for sports fans and event visitors. Dual-brand Hilton hotels planned In October, the city issued building permits for two Hilton properties at 3111 and 3113 Don Mincher Drive. One hotel will be a 108-room LivSmart Studios by Hilton, offering apartment-style suites […]
Nonprofits and Utilities step up to support furloughed Huntsville workers
Furloughed federal employees in the Huntsville area are finding support from local utilities and nonprofit organizations during the government shutdown. Utilities provide relief to customers Huntsville Utilities has temporarily suspended late fees and service disconnections for customers affected by the shutdown. The company will also work with customers on payment arrangements once normal government operations […]
UAH student publishes study improving hurricane wind estimates after landfall
A University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) graduate student, Zeb Leffler, has published a study in Geophysical Research Letters that improves accuracy of hurricane wind estimates after landfall. Tackling Near-Surface Wind Challenges Leffler’s research focuses on a long-standing problem in meteorology: determining the strength of surface winds when hurricanes move inland. During landfall, a shallow […]
Family donation expands Monte Sano Nature Preserve
A generous contribution from the Harman family has added 25 acres to the Monte Sano Nature Preserve, strengthening conservation efforts in Huntsville. Honoring a Naturalist The donation was made in memory of William Max Harman, remembered by his family as “a true naturalist and lover of life.” The new property features upland hardwood forest with […]
Cuppa Yo unveils first Alabama location
Cuppa Yo has officially opened its doors in Madison, marking the frozen yogurt chain’s first location in Alabama. Bringing Frozen Yogurt to Madison Located at 12090 County Line Rd, Cuppa Yo offers a self-serve experience where customers can create their own frozen yogurt treats with a variety of flavors and toppings. The shop brings a […]
