Highway 255 noise concerns prompt city council discussion
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Residents in the Sherwood Park neighborhood say the hum of Highway 255 is constant, disrupting work calls and sleep. Kiah Derrick, who lives a few yards from the highway, said the noise is a daily challenge. “Yeah, it’s pretty constant. I work from home, so I’m...
10 Alabama Donut Shops Where The Donuts Are Big, Fresh, And Worth A Road...
There’s something about Alabama that makes a simple donut feel like a full-blown adventure. Maybe it’s the way small-town bakeries open their doors before sunrise, or how locals swear by the same counters their parents used to visit. Either way, across the state you’ll find donuts that are anything but ordinary.
Madison considers new rules, cap for short-term rentals; public hearing set for June 22
Madison city leaders are moving forward with proposed changes to how short-term rentals are regulated in the city, including properties listed through platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
VERIFY: Can Huntsville bars sell alcohol after midnight?
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Under Alabama law, the last call for alcohol is generally 2 a.m., but if you've explored Alabama's nightlife, you know the rules are not the same everywhere. What's legal in one city might not fly in the next, and sometimes the rules can shift within city...
Brave Battles: Sully’s story
Five-year-old Sully picked out chandeliers, designed her dream bedroom and spent her final months spreading joy—one beaded keychain at a time. Now, Sully’s family is honoring her legacy—and fighting for a future where no child faces brain cancer.
Huntsville Botanical Garden unveils new outdoor art exhibit
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Botanical Garden is inviting visitors to experience the grounds in a new way with the debut of Nature Unframed, a long-term outdoor art initiative opening to the public June 5, 2026. Located along the Garden’s Dogwood Trail, the exhibit transforms the landscape into a living...
War, tariffs and supply issues push up coffee prices at local shops
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - Local coffee shop owners said higher shipping costs tied to the war involving Iran, along with supply problems and tariffs, are pushing up the price of coffee. Some customers are already cutting back. At Creme Brew Lait in Madison, manager Alexi Florian said the shop sources...
Water outage, lane closure planned for northeast Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. — A temporary water outage and lane restriction are planned Wednesday in northeast Madison County as crews work to make system improvements, according to the Madison County Water Department. Beginning at 8 a.m., water service will be temporarily shut off for customers along Jordan Road from...
Rock the South 2026 announces star-studded daily lineup
Rock the South is quickly approaching, and the daily lineup for the highly anticipated event has finally been released!
Veterans in North Alabama can access free home repairs through new Habitat for Humanity...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Eligible veterans in three North Alabama counties can now apply for critical repairs — from HVAC systems to accessibility modifications — at no cost. Habitat for Humanity of the River Valley has officially launched its new Veteran Home Repair Program, offering eligible veterans in the region access t

















