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NASA Additive Manufacturing Project Shapes Future for Agency, Industry Rocket Makers
The widespread commercial adoption of additive manufacturing technologies, commonly known as 3D printing, is no surprise to design engineers at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama whose research created stronger, lighter weight materials and new manufacturing processes to make rocket parts. NASA’s RAMPT (Rapid Analysis and Manufacturing...
UAH placed in top 10 for international rover challenge
A student-led team from the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) recently competed in an international rover competition held in Utah. Keep reading for more details on the competition and where UAH was ranked. How UAH’s rover fared. The University Rover Challenge (URC) is held annually in Hanksville, Utah,...
15 million people visited downtown Huntsville last year, CEO says
Events drew 15 million visitors to Huntsville’s downtown last year, according to data from the organization that serves as the host to many of the activities. “That is a 3% year-over-year increase over 2022, and a 5.2% year-over-year increase from 2021.” Downtown Huntsville CEO Rob Buddo told the Huntsville City Council at a meeting in July.
Scam targets Huntsville Utilities customers
HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville Utilities has been alerted to a new scam targeting customers. The scammer calls and states he/she is a Huntsville Utilities employee offering a bill reduction program. The scammer says to enroll in the program, there is a $99 fee, then asks for financial information. If customers...
Nick's restaurant manager apologizes for using racial slur
Half a week after a video recorded at Nick's Original Filet House went viral, showing a confrontation between customers and Nick's manager Jack Moltz, each of those chiefly involved has responded publicly. Speaking to WVUA-TV on Wednesday evening, Moltz, who operates the Tuscaloosa restaurant with owner Carla Hegenbarth, his wife, made his first statement about and apology for the racially charged incident. ...
Man dies after being struck by vehicle at gas station in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBMA) — In Birmingham, a man is dead after being hit by a vehicle at a gas station. On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at approximately 12:35 a.m., 58 year-old Ronald Ronzell Ball was at a gas station in Birmingham on 632 Lomb Avenue, when he was hit by a vehicle that was driving though the parking-lot.
Man shot Thursday morning in Birmingham motel parking lot
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A man is in the hospital after being shot in the parking lot of a Birmingham motel Thursday morning. Police said they received the call of a shooting at the Motel 8 Inn at 5000 1st Avenue North at 2:30 a.m. When they arrived, police say...
MSCS names Alabama comedian, media personality Jermaine 'FunnyMaine' Johnson strategic communications officer
Memphis-Shelby County Schools has hired a new strategic communications officer ― and many know him for his work as a comedian and media personality. MSCS Superintendent Marie Feagins has tapped Jermaine Johnson to be strategic communications officer. He has worked in Alabama ― Feagins’ home state ― as a nonprofit communications leader, media personality, and comedian who goes by the nickname “FunnyMaine.” He’ll now lead a three-year strategy to strengthen MSCS’ TV and radio station, public...
High School football Week 0 schedule in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The 2024 high school football season is fast approaching as teams prepare to begin their quest for a state championship. Week 0 begins Aug. 22 and will run through Aug. 24. Several schools hired new head coaches including the Hoover Buccaneers. The Bucs hired former Clay-Chalkville head coach Drew Gilmer, as […]
Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant Powers Alabama Communities for 50 Years, Prepares for the Future
Browns Ferry is TVA’s first and largest nuclear power plant, with three boiling water reactors producing about 20 percent of TVA’s total generation capacity. It is the nation’s third-largest nuclear power producer and employs 1,500 people. In this 50th anniversary year for Unit 1, Browns Ferry also...
Huntsville Fire & Rescue cuts ribbon on Fire Station No. 20
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Huntsville Fire & Rescue officials celebrated the opening of Fire Station No. 20 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday. The station is located at 13175 Burgreen Road in Madison. “This station is something we’ve needed for a long time to serve one of the fastest-growing parts...
Huntsville Weekend Roundup August 2-4
Happy back-to-school week! Ready for some weekend fun? 🍎 Our top picks are below, but you can also check out our full event calendar for even more Huntsville weekend family fun!. This post is your go-to for the latest family-friendly events, updated weekly and republished every month. Free &...
Cherokee County Arrest Files for Thursday, August 1st, 2024
THAIS GREEN, age 38 of Gadsden – was arrested by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, on charges of Failure to Appear on previous counts of the Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd Degree – along with new counts of Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance (two counts) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia;