City Stories

Blades of glory: How a trimmed lawn helps your neighborhood shine

As spring turns to summer, the City of Huntsville’s Community Development team knows one thing for sure—grass season is in...

From public history to public impact: Meet Burritt’s new CEO Melanie Thornton

“The past is not the property of historians; it is a public possession. It belongs to anyone who is aware...

Mayor Tommy Battle’s AI Task Force working to keep Huntsville on the technological cutting edge

It’s new technology unlocking a new world. How much do you understand artificial intelligence? How much should you understand it?...

AUSA conference highlights Huntsville role in defense industry ecosystem

The 2025 AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition at Huntsville’s Von Braun Center may have ended but its impact will...

The Arts in Huntsville Part I: A Collaborative Tapestry of Culture, Creativity and Community

Huntsville’s thriving arts scene is a testament to the power of collaboration, vision and investment in cultural enrichment. The City...

A lifetime of service: Randy and Cheri Cunningham retire together after 77 years

Today they walk out of City Hall for the last time, two long-time and beloved employees who have, together, given...

Educating the freedmen: The hallowed ground of Rust Institute

A measure of your time as a Huntsville resident might be if you remember 801 Franklin St. as the site...

Protecting your historic home from winter weather

Winter’s freezing temperatures, snow and ice can be particularly harsh on historic homes. These structures, often built with materials and...

Huntsville has a homemade haven for migrating birds

Herb Lewis is living some kind of retirement. He’s combined a childhood interest in birds, a talent for gardening and...

Recreation, development and music all part of 2024 in District 4

City Council District 4 saw a little bit of everything in 2024. From multiple construction projects and a large-scale music...