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City service changes and closures for July 4th in North Alabama
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Residents in North Alabama should prepare for changes to city services and office closures due to the Independence Day holiday on July 4th. The Sanitation Department will change its garbage collection schedule. Friday's routes will be collected on Monday, July 8. City Hall will be closed...
Decatur council approves agreement to move forward with third-party police department review
DECATUR, Ala. — Decatur City Council members on Monday approved a Master Services Agreement between a third-party research company which will be responsible for conducting a review of the city's police department policies, procedures and culture. Monday's resolution paves the way for Mayor Tab Bowling to use city funds to pay for the review.
Build yourself a new future with Calhoun's Construction Academy
DECATUR, Ala. — Ready to build your future? Join Calhoun Community College's free 1 or 3-week track and gain the skills to land a job in the construction field!. Learn to operate skid steers, bulldozers, excavators, asphalt rollers, and even earn a Class B learner's permit if you choose that route. Gain hands-on experience and master heavy equipment operation which will unlock endless job opportunities.
4th of July fireworks safety tips
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — July 4th is this Thursday and many people may be looking to light up the night sky with fireworks. However, it's important to know a few things before doing so, including the law. "In the city of Huntsville, in the city of Madison, you're not allowed...
Alabama putting a stop to taxing hearing aids
ALABAMA, USA — Alabama is one of only three states in the country that puts a tax on hearing aids. However, it won't be that way for long. Lawmakers are listening and want to change how Alabamians pay for hearing aids. Representative Margie Wilcox for Montgomery explained that last...
Woman who hit two Huntsville officers with car pleads guilty to assault charges
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The woman who was arrested after hitting two Huntsville police officers with her car at Parkway Place Mall earlier this year pleaded guilty to two counts of second-degree assault, according to court records. 22-year-old Kadieza Timmons entered the guilty plea on June 21, nearly six months...
UPDATE: Decatur police locate 13-year-old Chevy Powers
DECATUR, Ala. — UPDATE: Decatur Police Department have found 13-year-old Chevy Powers safe. Previous: The Decatur Police Department requests the public's assistance locating a runaway juvenile. Chevy Powers, 13, was last seen on June 29, 2024 near the 2400 block of Modaus Rd. SW. Chevy is described as being...
Two including minor charged with animal cruelty in Etowah County
GADSDEN, Ala. — Two people were charged with Animal Cruelty after a video surfaced on social media, according to Sheriff Jonathon Horton. On the morning of Saturday June 29, 2024 the Etowah County Sheriff's Office was notified of a video on social media of cruel treatment of a dog.
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.
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