City Stories

June 2nd, 2021

In the purple: A&E districts benefit Huntsville citizens, businesses

In select cities across the U.S., pedestrian revelers wander freely through downtown districts with libations in hand, checking out galleries, [Read More]

May 28th, 2021

Huntsville museum salutes military history and service members’ sacrifices

From cotton to rockets, Huntsville is known for many things. The arrival of the U.S. Army in 1941 and subsequent [Read More]

May 26th, 2021

Oh snap! City asks residents to observe alligators from a safe distance

Ponds, lakes and streams within the Huntsville city limits are home to multiple species, from large-mouth bass and cranes to [Read More]

May 25th, 2021

Tips for keeping your lawn green all summer long

Every summer, there are so many fun things to do and see in Huntsville. Even if mowing your grass doesn’t [Read More]

May 21st, 2021

The Lowry House: A unique historical, architectural gem

Huntsville’s historic districts feature several homes with roots predating the Civil War, but few are as unique as the Lowry [Read More]

May 14th, 2021

Explore Huntsville’s storied past with visit to EarlyWorks Family of Museums

Where can you explore history in a hands-on way, board a historic train or catch a glimpse of what life [Read More]

May 13th, 2021

High notes: Amphitheater will have far-reaching economic, cultural impacts

For live music fans, the experience is everything. A performance by a favorite artist can sometimes be marred by bad [Read More]

May 12th, 2021

A look ahead: What’s to come at MidCity District in Huntsville

Nadia Niakossary grew up going to Madison Square Mall, a former regional shopping center that spanned nearly 1 million square [Read More]

May 7th, 2021

Library archives offers glimpse into Huntsville history via tangible, digital assets

Have you ever wondered where you can learn about local history and have access to one-of-a-kind archival resources? In addition [Read More]

May 3rd, 2021

Huntsville Greenway Master Plan reconnecting residents with nature

An ongoing partnership between the City of Huntsville and Land Trust of North Alabama has created numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, [Read More]