Land Trust of North Alabama breaks ground on Tollgate Greenway
HUNTSVILLE — Marking a connection of nature, community and the future, The Land Trust of North Alabama broke ground Thursday to celebrate construction for the Tollgate Greenway Project. The 1.2-mile trail is […] The post Land Trust of North Alabama breaks ground on Tollgate Greenway appeared first on 256 Today .
Athens homecoming parade set for today, route announced
ATHENS, Ala. — Athens schools will release students early Friday, Sept. 5, ahead of the annual Homecoming Parade. The parade, a long-standing tradition celebrating floats, music, and school spirit, begins at 2 p.m. and travels from Athens High School through downtown before ending near the Athens Public Library....
Rock-it City: Free, live music provide the tempo to launch Huntsville Music Month
HUNTSVILLE — All systems are go for Launchpad and the Rocket City will be the Rock-it City this weekend. Huntsville Music Month is preparing to blast off with the annual, […] The post Rock-it City: Free, live music provide the tempo to launch Huntsville Music Month appeared first on 256 Today .
Ardmore restaurant set to reopen after being impacted by city water problems
ARDMORE, Ala. — Ardmore residents and businesses have been grappling with water problems since last Saturday, culminating in a boil advisory issued later in the week. The advisory instructed residents to boil their water for three minutes before consumption, significantly impacting daily life and local commerce. The...
Huntsville Police remind residents to secure vehicles and valuables
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Huntsville Police are encouraging residents to take simple precautions after noticing an uptick in car break-ins and stolen items. HPD said from January through June 2025, there were 435 reported car break-ins, compared to 385 during the same period in 2024. Between April and June, 46...
Rogers to lead? Gripes about SPACECOM; Canes could be coming; and more in this...
Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama Rogers to lead Space Command? Following this week’s announcement on U.S. Space Command, a small rumor began circulating that […] The post Rogers to lead? Gripes about SPACECOM; Canes could be coming; and more in this week’s OTR appeared first on 256...
Madison crossing guard ‘Miss Terri’ faces new health setback year after accident
MADISON, Ala. — Nearly 11 months after Madison crossing guard Terri Perdue was critically injured in a traffic accident, her recovery has been set back by a stroke that meant a return to the hospital. Perdue's son, Jimmy, says his mother is currently alert and in good spirits despite...
Man wanted on multiple charges including assault on a law enforcement officer in Lincoln...
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man who is wanted on multiple charges including assault against a law enforcement officer.
Madison County Sheriff opens applications for 2025 Citizens Academy
MADISON COUNTY, ALABAMA, Ala. — The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to apply for its Fall 2025 Sheriff’s Citizens Academy, a seven-week program offering a behind-the-scenes look at the office, its personnel, and how law enforcement operates in the community. The program begins Oct. 7...
City of Huntsville to host community event focused on poverty issues
The City of Huntsville is inviting the public to a community event that will focus on ways to better serve those who are in poverty.