Popular Huntsville sushi restaurant expands to Athens
SushiMe Asian Bistro has opened its second North Alabama location in downtown Athens, bringing its mix of sushi, Asian dishes, soups and noodles to a new community. A new downtown Athens dining spot Located at 116 N Jefferson St, the new restaurant gives diners another option for sushi and Asian-inspired meals in the heart of […]
Italian restaurant Dolce Amore sets opening date
Dolce Amore is preparing to open a new Italian-inspired restaurant in Huntsville, creating a space centered on food, hospitality and time around the table. A new dining experience in Huntsville Located at 20 Town Center Dr NW, Dolce Amore draws inspiration from the Italian tradition of gathering over a meal. The restaurant aims to create […]
Dreamland BBQ’s Huntsville restaurant shuts down
Dreamland BBQ has closed its University Drive restaurant in Huntsville, ending the location’s run while other restaurants in Alabama and Georgia remain open. Huntsville restaurant has closed The University Drive location is no longer operating, and the building’s windows have been covered. There is currently no signage at the property explaining the closure. The restaurant […]
Toys ‘R’ Us is coming back to Bridge Street Town Centre
A familiar name for generations of toy shoppers is coming back to Huntsville as Toys“R”Us prepares to open a new Express location at Bridge Street Town Centre. A smaller Toys“R”Us is coming to Bridge Street The new store will occupy a 5,528-square-foot corner space across from Great American Cookie and near Bridge Street’s large fountain. […]
UAH gets $1 million in federal awards to improve southeast drought monitoring
$1 million in federal funding for two projects focused on drought, water availability and agricultural water use across the Southeast. Two projects will examine water availability The two-year research projects are funded by the U.S. Geological Survey and NOAA’s National Integrated Drought Information System. Lee Ellenburg, Alabama State Climatologist and a UAH associate professor, leads […]
Parkway Place Mall continues rebound with steady growth
Parkway Place in Huntsville is seeing continued growth in customer traffic while adding new retailers and welcoming back a familiar favorite. Shopping traffic continues to climb The mall, located along Memorial Parkway near Bob Wallace Avenue, has been part of the Huntsville community since 1957. Like many shopping centers, it experienced a slowdown during the […]
North Alabama’s Valentina’s Pizzeria earns No. 86 ranking in the world
Valentina’s Pizzeria in Madison has earned international recognition after ranking No. 86 on the 50 Top Pizza World 2026 list. A major milestone for a North Alabama pizzeria The restaurant was recognized during 50 Top Pizza’s annual awards event in Naples, Italy. The global ranking follows another major achievement earlier this year, when Valentina’s placed […]
Madison announces new Aquatics Center coming to Dublin Park
Madison is planning a new aquatics center at Dublin Park that will provide a year-round facility for student-athletes, competitions and community members. A new facility for Dublin Park The City of Madison is working with Madison City Schools on plans for the new aquatics center. The facility is planned for the site of Soccer Field […]
City health care provider gets $650,000 grant to expand community care
Huntsville-based HAPPI Health has been awarded a $650,000 federal grant that will support the expansion of health care services in the community. The funding comes through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) New Access Point program and will help the organization reach more patients across the Tennessee Valley. New clinic planned for Huntsville According […]
Huntsville International Airport is in the running for Best Small Airport in the U.S.
Huntsville International Airport is once again competing for the title of Best Small Airport in the United States through the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. HSV makes the 2026 shortlist Huntsville International Airport is one of 20 airports nominated for this year’s award. The contest recognizes smaller airports for their commercial flight options, accessibility […]
