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5-year-old found in a body of water in Harvest dies
HARVEST, Ala. — Madison County Sheriff's Office officials believe a 5-year-old's death in a Harvest neighborhood was accidental. The child, who had gone missing, was found in water in the area of 100 Loganberry Ln. on Sunday, according to HEMSI officials. Madison County Coroner Dr. Tyler Berryhill said that...
One injured in early morning shooting at gas station in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened early Monday morning. The shooting took place just after 2 a.m. at the Chevron station located at the intersection of Jordan Lane and Mastin Lake Road.
Huntsville councilman Devyn Keith talks district beautification, city matters, and more
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville's District 1 council member, Devyn Keith, spoke with FOX54 on Sunday about a variety of topics that involve his district and its constituents. We began our discussion with the subject of beautification and revitalization and also spoke about national matters that could affect residents. Sparkman...
Applications open July 1 for Wallace State nursing program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education is accepting applications for admission to the program in the Spring 2025 semester. Applications will be accepted July 1 through Oct. 1 for three different pathway options: Traditional ADN and PN Nursing and joint enrollment options with both the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Athens State University.
We VERIFY details about a new mural being made in north Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — For months, curious Huntsville residents have been asking about a project going on at the Huntsville Utilities substation located at the intersection of Pulaski Pike and Sparkman Drive. Since late March, local Reddit users have been theorizing if the water tank, which had been clad in tarp and other protective material, was going to be torn down.
Investing in the central area of Huntsville on Clinton Avenue
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Some city leaders say one of the most traveled roads in Huntsville is due for a new look. This plan includes a better quality of life and it is more than just road improvements. District 4 Huntsville City Councilmember Bill Kling said the central area of...
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing announces $170,000 in community donations
MADISON, Ala. — Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) announced that they are giving grants totaling $170,000 to 21 local nonprofits through their MTM Grant Fund. “This grant fund cycle was extremely competitive, with many incredibly deserving nonprofits,” offered MTM Vice President of Administration, Rhonda Gilyard. “Our Grant Fund Committee was able to hear from the nonprofits themselves about their programs and their organizations’ missions – it was an informative, eye-opening experience for our team.”
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle declared mayoral winner for a 5th Term
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Huntsville City Council voted to declare Mayor Tommy Battle as the mayoral winner in the 2024 municipal election. Mayor Battle will continue serving in his post for a fifth term, beginning Nov. 4. When qualifications for municipal elections ended on June 25, Mayor Battle was...
North Alabama Events June 28-30 | Happening This Weekend
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — This weekend has some events to keep in mind!. The Market at MidCity - Every Sunday until November 10, from noon to 4 p.m., featuring 50 local vendors. Ditto Landing’s Independence Day Celebration - Happening this Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. Featuring live music, food trucks, and fireworks.
Have you seen him? Huntsville Police needs help finding missing man
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Police Department is asking for help finding a missing man. 32-year-old Joseph “Tyler” Hill was last seen in the area of Mastin Lake Road and Venona Avenue on April 25. According to HPD, Hill is 5’7″, weighs 150 pounds, and has brown hair...
Huntsville Utilities warns of scammer offering to install solar panels
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Utilities has alerted customers to a new scam. According to Huntsville Utilities, scammers are posing as utility representatives and offering to install solar panels on homes, promising bills as low as $35. However, they then request personal financial and home ownership details. Huntsville Utilities advises...
Guntersville HydroFest 2024: High-Speed boat races set for June 29-30
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. — Guntersville Lake HydroFest is set to take place from June 29-30! Highlights of the event will include various boat races such as the Unlimiteds, Grand Prixs, Pro-Lites, Stock Outboards, and Vintage Unlimiteds, featuring iconic boats like the original Miss US 1, which broke the straightaway speed record in 1962.
Dangers of leaving children unattended in hot vehicles
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — It's that time of year. The summer heat is kicking and sticking. So, just a reminder for parents, making the decision to leave children unattended in a parked vehicle is a major safety risk. According to the CDC heat related deaths and illnesses are preventable. Despite this fact, approximately twelve hundred people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year.
ADEM Burn Ban Affects Nearby Counties
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As springtime blossoms across Alabama, residents are urged to familiarize themselves with regulations concerning vegetation disposal and burning, as outlined by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). It is important to keep in mind that from May 1 to October 31, vegetative or land-clearing burning...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the TN Valley is looking for community support to keep doors open.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — When it's come to being a "big" for Big Brothers Big Sisters, the gift of a smile can be rewarding "It's really great to see their faces light up," former Big Ciara White shares. "They just get excited that they finally have someone that's dedicated just to them. The kids do so much better. We've had littles that have come in doing really poorly on schoolwork and then with the help of their big brother, big sister, they've done so much better in schoolwork. They're excelling in classes and they're on the track to college."
UPDATE: Huntsville Police have found missing woman
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — UPDATE: Huntsville Police Department have found Carmen Hale. Previous: Huntsville Police Department is asking for the community's help in finding 34-year-old Carmen Hale, who was last seen on Friday. Hale, described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 190 pounds, was wearing a red jacket and blue jeans, and carrying a backpack when she disappeared from her apartment complex at 1028 Balch Road.
Huntsville enforces hands-free ordinance to combat distracted driving
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Starting July 1, an ordinance in Huntsville will prohibit the use of handheld devices while driving, aiming to increase safety and accountability on the roads. This ordinance, initially started on January 1, now allows police officers to stop and cite drivers for using handheld devices, shifting...
Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization wants your input on new bicycle plan
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Air up your tires, strap on your helmet and get ready to hit the road! The Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) wants to hear from you!. The MPO is developing a plan to create a safer, ore connected bicycle network and wans your input. The plan will identify future bicycle routes, lanes and trails that connect people to popular destinations within Huntsville, Madison, Madison County, Triana and Owens Cross Roads areas.
Grilling Safety 101
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Believe it or not, July 4th is next week! Everyone always gets excited for the national holiday, but also for the food made for the special occasion. "This time of year, more people are going to be using grills and having outdoor activities and stuff," says Decatur Fire and Rescue Lt. Brandon Sivley, Community Risk Reduction Officer.
United Way of Madison County asks everyone to participate in community-wide needs assessment
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Cathy Miller, Community Impact director with the United Way knows a thing or two about trends and the useful information they can provide. "So, we do these every three year and in fact, we've seen this with community growth and trends. So, trends in challenges with housing and attainability of housing for everybody, we've seen challenges in our achievement gap for children between children of color and primary Caucasian population. also, poverty, non-poverty. We've seen workforce development be a great challenge in this community and as we've grown, we've seen that more,"
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