News & Updates
U.S. Paralympics Cycling Coming to Huntsville in April to Kick Off 2021 Domestic Schedule
December 3, 2020
The Huntsville/Madison County community is excited to announce that U.S. Paralympics Cycling will visit the Rocket City next year, as it begins its national calendar in preparation for the Paralympic Games in Tokyo this coming summer. We will host one of four domestic cycling events, the U.S. Paralympics Cycling Open, the second opportunity for cyclists to qualify for Tokyo. The events will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 17-18, 2021 [more]
Read MoreMax Luther Recreation Center Converts to Warming Station for Homeless
December 2, 2020
The City of Huntsville and non-profit community partners are working together to provide a temporary warming shelter for the homeless during this week’s frigid weather. Parks & Recreation and Public Works crews have converted the Max Luther Community Center on Max Luther Drive into a warming station. Public Transit and Huntsville Police are providing transportation to the facility for anyone who needs to get out of the cold. Supplies, sleeping cots, [more]
Read MoreDistrict 1 Town Hall Booklet – December 1, 2020
December 1, 2020
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Read MoreIgnite Your Journey: Applications open to join Huntsville Fire & Rescue through Dec. 17
November 24, 2020
The Huntsville Fire & Rescue department is seeking highly motivated and community-driven individuals to join its ranks. With the announcement of a second round of hiring this year, the department responsible for stabilizing emergencies is looking to hire approximately 20 new team members. Primary responsibilities range from putting out fires to conducting rescue operations and keeping the public safe in numerous ways. “The job of keeping our residents safe is sacred,” said [more]
Read MoreHelping Huntsville’s homeless community thrive this holiday season
November 23, 2020
HUNTSVILLE, AL – With the holiday season upon us and temperatures dropping across the Tennessee Valley, many individuals, churches and other groups are wondering how they can help our area homeless community thrive. Instead of bringing food, clothing and other supplies directly to the homeless camps, the City of Huntsville is urging citizens to rethink their charitable efforts this winter and beyond. Mayor Tommy Battle, joined by the Huntsville Police Department, Expect [more]
Read MorePoplar Ave. Shooting Investigation
November 20, 2020
Huntsville Police responded to a shooting on Poplar Ave. November 19th at approximately 9:15pm. Upon officers arrival a shooting victim was found inside the business at 708 Poplar Ave. The victim was transported to the hospital and later pronounced deceased. The victim has been identified as 18 yr old Deandre Denzel Arrington of Huntsville. Anyone with information about this shooting is encouraged to Huntsville Police at 256-427-7270.
Read MoreThe Annual Bikes or Bust Event
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police will be present at this year’s 18th Annual Bikes or Bust Event with 104.3 WZYP, tomorrow morning, November 20th from 7:30-8:00am. The presentation will be at 3020 Memorial Parkway SW (Ashley Furniture Store parking lot). Chief McMurray will present two checks for $6,295 that was raised by HPD Officers from HPD’s No-Shave November Fundraiser. The checks will be for The Food Bank of North Alabama and “Free 2 Teach” [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police Conduct Incident Review Board
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police conducted an Incident Review Board on Tuesday November 17th regarding the actions of officers from an October 17th shooting involving 57 yr. old Alberto Rivas. After a 911 call, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2100 block of Edinburgh Dr for a possible domestic disturbance. When officers arrived, Rivas was seen with a handgun as he came to the door responding to their knock. Although officers [more]
Read MoreArrest Made in Robbery Investigations
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police arrested 26 yr old Christopher Maxwell Owens for 6 counts of Robbery. The arrest occurred yesterday at a home off of Mastin Lake Rd. HPD began investigating these robberies on November 12th with the first robbery occurring at the Walgreens 3500 Mastin Lake Rd at 8:00pm. During each robbery the suspect brandished a handgun and demanded cash from the register from employees. In at least one incident he threatened [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle statement on Huntsville’s selection as finalist in national bid for U.S. Space Command Headquarters
November 19, 2020
The Department of the Air Force announced today that Huntsville has been designated as a candidate location for consideration to host the headquarters of the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM). Huntsville is one of six locations to participate in the next phase of the process. “The Redstone region provides an unparalleled workforce for the U.S. Space Command with capabilities that include missile defense, aerospace, and intelligence,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “We [more]
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