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 […]
Mo’Bay Beignet Co. set to launch in Huntsville
Mo’Bay Beignet Co., a popular Mobile-based café and restaurant, is expanding its footprint with a new location in Huntsville. The new store, set to open in late spring or summer 2025, will bring the brand’s signature made-from-scratch beignets, specialty coffees, milkshakes, and classic burgers to North Alabama. A Taste of Comfort Mo’Bay Beignet Co. […]
Huntsville area home sales rebound in March
Concerns over potential federal job cuts may have slowed the housing market in Huntsville during February, but recent data from ValleyMLS shows a strong rebound in March. March Sales Surge Across Local Counties Sales surged across most local counties, surpassing the levels seen at the same time last year. Strong Market Activity […]
BooNailzz relocates to a new address
BooNailzz, a popular local beauty and nail service provider, has officially relocated to a new address, marking an exciting new chapter for the business. New Location for Enhanced Services The new location allows BooNailzz to continue offering a wide range of services with an even more convenient and welcoming space for its customers. […]
Federal research funding at UAH exceeds $154.5M in FY 2024
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) announced Thursday that its research and development projects secured more than $154.5 million in federal funding last fiscal year. This achievement highlights the university’s growing influence in research and development. Strong Research Performance at UAH Over the last five years, UAH’s total research expenditures have reached $639 […]
