Here’s the latest update on Huntsville’s biggest road projects
More than $393 million in road projects are reshaping the Huntsville metro, with major construction underway on I-565, Martin Road, Northern Bypass, and several high-traffic corridors. The biggest projects moving forward I-565 widening remains one of the region’s largest active projects. Crews have completed about 45% of the $41.8 million expansion between Wall Triana Highway […]
Biotech company Eurofins Diatherix to close, lay off workers
North Alabama diagnostic laboratory Eurofins Diatherix plans to permanently close its facility and lay off 55 workers starting this fall. Diagnostic lab files WARN notice According to a notice filed with the Alabama Department of Workforce, Huntsville-based Eurofins Diatherix submitted its WARN filing on Aug. 31. The layoffs are scheduled to begin Oct. 31 and […]
National contrast therapy brand SWTHZ coming to Huntsville
National contrast therapy studio SWTHZ is expanding into the Huntsville market, bringing its private, science-backed recovery experience to The Shops at Merchants Walk later this year. A national wellness brand arrives in Huntsville According to real estate developers RCP Companies, SWTHZ has signed a lease for a 3,457-square-foot space in Suite 310 at 920 Bob […]
UAH’s Charger Blue gets new look and expanded role
The University of Alabama in Huntsville is giving its beloved mascot, Charger Blue, a fresh new look as the university expands his role across campus and the community. A new chapter for Charger Blue According to online reports, UAH has introduced a new collection of illustrations featuring Charger Blue in a variety of outfits and […]
North Alabama lake house sets new sales record
A luxury waterfront estate on Smith Lake has set a new sales record after selling for $5 million, making it the highest-priced home ever sold on the North Alabama lake. A record-breaking sale on Smith Lake According to online reports, the lakefront property is located at 390 County Road 2015 in Crane Hill. The estate […]
Mastin Lake Road closed for several weeks
Drivers in North Huntsville will need to plan for detours as a section of Mastin Lake Road closes for several weeks. Mastin Lake Road is closed beneath the overpass The Alabama Department of Transportation has closed Mastin Lake Road beneath the new North Memorial Parkway overpass while crews complete construction. According to online reports, the […]
Inside Huntsville’s $32.4 million Sandra Moon Community Complex before its grand opening
Huntsville’s newest community destination is already filling its calendar before its official grand opening later this month. A former high school becomes a community hub The City of Huntsville is preparing to open the Sandra Moon Community Complex, a $32.4 million transformation of the former Grissom High School on Bailey Cove Road. According to online […]
Onelife Fitness acquires two Phaze 3 clubs in Huntsville and Madison
Huntsville and Madison are getting new fitness options as Onelife Fitness expands its presence in Alabama with two newly acquired clubs. Onelife Fitness acquires Huntsville and Madison clubs Onelife Fitness announced the acquisition of two Phaze 3 Fitness locations on Sept. 2. The clubs are located at 1319 Four Mile Post Road in Huntsville and […]
Business owners eligible for $25K exterior improvement funding
Huntsville businesses in the Mill Creek District can now apply for funding to improve the exterior of their commercial properties. New grant offers up to $24,999 The City of Huntsville launched the Mill Creek Façade Improvement Grant Program to help upgrade commercial and mixed-use buildings in the district. According to online reports, eligible projects can […]
Newk’s Eatery closes after over a decade
A longtime Newk’s Eatery location in South Huntsville has closed after more than a decade in the community. Newk’s on Whitesburg has closed The Newk’s Eatery location at 4851 Whitesburg Drive shut down Sunday, Sept. 30, according to information shared by managers at the restaurant’s University Drive location. The closure affects the restaurant inside the […]
