Smalls Sliders temporarily closes first Alabama branch
Smalls Sliders has temporarily closed its first Alabama location, but expansion plans remain on track. Auburn Location Pauses Operations The burger chain’s restaurant at 1251 Opelika Road in Auburn is currently “temporarily closed,” according to the company. The spot opened in late 2024, though there’s no announced reopening date yet. Owners say the pause is […]
Phat Sammy’s to close its Downtown Huntsville location
Phat Sammy’s, the beloved downtown Huntsville restaurant, will close its doors permanently on February 14, 2026. Downtown Location to Close After six years at 104 Jefferson Street South, Phat Sammy’s announced the closure on social media. Owners cited the end of their lease as the reason and teased new projects outside of downtown, signaling that […]
Huntsville honors Redstone Arsenal, SWDA for clean air initiatives
Redstone Arsenal and the Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) received recognition this week for their work to keep Huntsville’s air clean. The Air Pollution Control Board presented the awards during its annual Clean Air Achievement Ceremony, which highlights local organizations that take proactive steps to reduce pollution. “Protecting our environment is a shared responsibility,” said […]
ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam bring ‘Dos Amigos’ Tour to Huntsville
Two legends of American music, ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam, are teaming up for the Dos Amigos Tour, hitting stages across the Midwest, South, and East Coast in spring 2026. The co-headlining tour combines ZZ Top’s Texas blues rock with Yoakam’s Bakersfield-style country for a night of classic hits and high-energy performances. Tour Highlights ZZ […]
North Alabama receives $15M for roads, airport, and workforce projects
North Alabama will receive $15 million in Community Project Funding as part of the FY26 Consolidated Appropriations Act, signed into law by President Trump. This investment focuses on transportation, infrastructure, and workforce development to support the region’s rapid growth and economic development. Targeted Infrastructure Improvements The $15 million package includes: $5.5M for Capshaw Road: Additional […]
Auntie Anne’s Pretzel Shop coming to Parkway Place Mall
Parkway Place Mall in Huntsville is set to welcome Auntie Anne’s in the coming weeks, announced Amanda Homelvig, the mall’s marketing director. Shoppers can soon enjoy freshly baked pretzels in a fun, family-friendly environment. Hand-Rolled Pretzels and More Auntie Anne’s is famous for hand-rolled soft pretzels, fresh lemonades, and signature snacks. Founded in 1988, it […]
Good Company is expanding
Good Company Cafe is growing! The popular South Huntsville eatery is opening a second location in Five Points and introducing a new dinner concept called Etta’s Tavern, which will take over the former 1892 East building. Southern Nostalgia on the Menu Owner Angela Lindbeck describes the new dinner menu as “southern, nostalgic” — familiar flavors […]
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria opening new Huntsville-area location
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is expanding in North Alabama with a new location set to open this spring at Clift Farm. The restaurant will mark the company’s third location in Alabama. The new Grimaldi’s will span 4,000 square feet and seat up to 178 guests. In addition, the space will include a private dining room designed to […]
Spring Break camp registration opens next week
Looking for a fun way to keep kids active during spring break? Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Spring Break Camps opens Monday, Feb. 9. The camps run March 16–20 and are open to Huntsville City Schools students in grades 1–6. Families can choose from full-day, half-day, and specialty camp options. Camp Options and Activities […]
HHA launches Neighborhood Nursing Program with UAH
The Huntsville Housing Authority (HHA) has partnered with the University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing to launch a new Neighborhood Nursing Program. The initiative will provide free health screenings and education to residents in the Calvary Hills and Northwoods communities during the first quarter of 2026. The program brings healthcare directly into neighborhoods. […]
