Huntsville couple honored as Alabama’s Small Business Persons of the Year
A Huntsville-based entrepreneurial couple has received the honor of being named Alabama’s 2025 Small Business Persons of the Year. Recognizing Excellence in Alabama Business Kim and Larry Lewis, co-founders of PROJECTXYZ, Inc., earned this prestigious title from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The announcement came in March as part of the SBA’s […]
Construction of $13.2 million Ditto Landing event center starting soon
Madison County plans to break ground this June on a new $13.2 million event center at Ditto Landing in south Huntsville. County Commission’s Plans “We’re ready, set to go,” said Madison County Commissioner Phil Riddick during a town hall meeting Thursday night. “We’ll stop talking about it and start seeing something come out […]
Leidos Advanced Training Complex is now at Drake State
The newly built Leidos Advanced Training Complex at Drake State Community and Technical College in Huntsville, Alabama, is now open to support education and training for the aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries. A Strategic Investment in Workforce Development Drake State announced that the facility’s name honors a $1.75 million gift from Leidos in 2024. […]
Are you excited for Grain + Berry’s grand launch?
Health-conscious food lovers in Huntsville have a new destination as Grain + Berry launches its latest location this Saturday in Jones Valley. A Fresh Take on Healthy Eating Known for its vibrant menu of acai bowls, smoothies, hand-crafted juices, and wholesome bites, Grain + Berry offers a flavorful approach to clean eating. Each item […]
New Rena’s Homemade Butter Rolls opens
After years of delighting customers through its mobile operations, Rena’s Homemade Butter Rolls has opened its first physical storefront in North Alabama. Local Favorite Finds a Permanent Home The new location at 11818 US Hwy 231-431 N, Suite D in Meridianville brings the beloved local brand closer to its growing customer base. Known for […]
City of Madison to remove fluoride from drinking water
Starting June 16, Madison Utilities will discontinue the addition of fluoride to the public water supply, a move that has drawn strong concern from dental professionals. Dentists Warn of Increased Cavity Risk Dr. Robin Pruitt, a practicing dentist at Vestavia Family Dentistry, emphasized how minimal the fluoride concentration in drinking water is—comparable to a […]
More home construction in two fast-growing sectors expected in Rocket City
More housing is on the way in two of Huntsville’s fastest-growing communities. The Huntsville Planning Commission recently approved several residential projects to meet rising demand across the city. Growth in Greenbrier Preserve On April 22, the Commission approved 47 lots for Maple Grove at Greenbrier Preserve, located south of I-565. This marks the first […]
Huntsville school adds classrooms to prepare for incoming 6th graders
Ronald E. McNair Junior High School is preparing to transition into a full middle school by adding sixth grade to its roster. New classrooms and facilities coming The Huntsville Planning Commission approved a 21,228-square-foot addition to the school. McNair sits east of Pulaski Pike and south of Winchester Road. The expansion will include eight […]
Grants set the stage for 2025 Southern Fried Film Festival
A boost from generous grant funding will put the Southern Fried Film Festival center stage in Huntsville this summer. Grants fuel festival growth Thanks to $31,992 in combined grants from Arts Huntsville, the City of Huntsville, and the Alabama State Council on the Arts, the festival is set to expand its reach and […]
City of Huntsville moves forward with Maple Hill Cemetery expansion
The City has completed a purchase agreement with DBP, LLC for 1.1 acres of land located on the east side of Maple Hill Cemetery at 1321 McClung Ave. SE. Supporting long-term cemetery planning The newly acquired parcel will be incorporated into Maple Hill Cemetery’s long-term expansion plans. While specific development details are still being […]
