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Huntsville manufacturer told pregnant woman to work despite doctor’s order, federal lawsuit alleges
A Huntsville employer discriminated against a pregnant woman by requiring her to work overtime despite a doctor’s orders, a federal lawsuit alleges. Polaris Industries refused to excuse their pregnant employee for medical appointments, made her work mandatory overtime and threatened to terminate her if she missed any more work, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday by the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Happenings in North Alabama the weekend of September 27-29
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — This weekend has some events to keep in mind!. Yoga by the River - Every Saturday in September from 8 to 9 a.m. at Hays Nature Preserve. NATR Fest (Decatur) - Discover North Alabama’s outdoor recreation event on September 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring outdoor exhibitors, activities, an overlander showcase, and food trucks. Admission is $5, and children ages 12 and under can attend for free!
Enforcing Lawn Maintenance: Huntsville City Cracks Down
“Grass season” is winding down in Huntsville but that’s not stopping the city from cracking down on overgrown yards. At the last council meeting, city leaders put a lien on 25 different property owners they say aren’t keeping their yards properly maintained.
Redstone Arsenal gate to be closed for road work two separate weekends
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. (WHNT) — Team Redstone announced Gate 8 will close for road work two times in the next few weeks. Team Redstone posted on Facebook that Gate 8 would be closed for the first time from Thursday, September 26 through Monday, September 30. The second time Gate 8 will be closed is Thursday, […]
City councilman discusses safety and maintenance issues at Mayfair Towers
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — After a series of complaints about unsafe and unsanitary living conditions, improvements are being made at Mayfair Towers, the senior living apartment building in Huntsville. District 4 Huntsville Councilman Bill Kling has provided an update on the situation, stating, “I've had contact from residents there, and they have a right to have a good, decent place to live in. But there's been a problem with rat infestation.”
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