Huntsville AL

Sand Mountain Sam, Alabama's beloved opossum, did not see his shadow on Monday, meaning an early spring could be on tap.

MADISON, Ala — The principals of both Madison City Schools high schools sent notifications to families Sunday evening warning students they could face disciplinary action if they participate in a walkout reportedly planned for Monday. James Clemens High School Principal Kerry Donaldson Jr. and Bob Jones High School...

Jan. 28—The Flint Volunteer Fire Department’s coverage area is outside the Decatur city limits, but it plans to build a new fire station within city limits. The department, which has about 15 volunteer firefighters, began the process of preparing for the new station at last week’s Planning Commission meeting, at...

One more bitterly cold day today before temperatures briefly rise ahead of a midweek cold front. Another chilly day is expected for the Tennessee Valley, despite all the sunshine we will be seeing. Highs will be warmer than yesterday, reaching the low to mid 30s, but with the wind chill it will feel like the upper...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Huntsville, Alabama – A broad late-winter warm-up is taking shape across the Tennessee Valley, bringing a noticeable shift toward milder, more springlike conditions after recent cold snaps. The change is...

Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.

Alexis Brooke Gann and Micah Christopher Estave were married October 11, 2025 at 4:00 in the afternoon at The Witt House in Decatur with Chris Estave, father of the groom, officiating. The reception was also held at The Witt House following the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Chad...

DECATUR, Ala. — The Decatur City Council will consider comprehensive new regulations for short-term rentals at its Monday meeting at 6 p.m., establishing rules aimed at balancing property owner rights with neighborhood quality of life concerns. Ordinance No. 26-4633 would create a detailed framework for operating...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Despite sub-freezing temperatures, hundreds of people gathered on Governors Drive Saturday morning to voice their opposition to ICE and stand in solidarity with communities affected by immigration enforcement. The protest, which ran from 10am to noon, drew a surprisingly strong turnout that...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones outlined his vision for Alabama's future during a keynote address at the North Alabama Black Realtist Association gala in Huntsville, emphasizing economic development, healthcare expansion, and constitutional accountability. Jones, who served as the event's...