Huntsville travelers confront hurdles amid government shutdown
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Travelers flying out of Huntsville International Airport on Sunday faced uncertainty and frustration as federal flight reductions and the ongoing government shutdown disrupted air travel nationwide. The Federal Aviation Administration last week made flight reductions mandatory, beginning with a 4%...
‘Transformational’ $240 million development planned for Huntsville
The city of Huntsville has approved a $240 million development that will bring more than 500,000 square feet of retail and restaurants to north Huntsville. The city says the development, to be located at the intersection of State Route 255 and Memorial Parkway, will be “transformational.”. Target and Home...
Cyclist taken to hospital after hit-and-run in Huntsville
A cyclist was taken to the hospital early Monday morning after a hit-and-run in Huntsville. According to Huntsville Police, about 12:30 a.m., officers were patrolling and located a bicyclist who appeared to have been struck on the southbound on-ramp on Research Park Boulevard from University Drive. The cyclist had...
Nationwide network launches to help people find food assistance resources
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A nationwide network has been launched to help individuals and families easily find food assistance in their communities. United Way of Madison County is partnering with 211 to provide a fast link directly for individuals to access the most up-to-date information regarding food resources....
Huntsville’s ‘useless overpass’ and Gadsden’s Eastside Drive bridge slated for painting
HUNTSVILLE — New paint will help extend the useful life of what many Huntsville residents refer to as the “useless overpass.” Cekra Inc., working on a $420,000 contract, will paint […] The post Huntsville’s ‘useless overpass’ and Gadsden’s Eastside Drive bridge slated for painting appeared first on 256 Today .
Bicyclist in critical condition after hit-and-run near University Drive
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A bicyclist is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle early Monday morning. On Monday, around 12:37 a.m., officers were patrolling and found a bicyclist who appeared to have been hit on the southbound on-ramp on Research Park Blvd from University Drive, according to Huntsville...
First-of-its-kind FBI Facility opens on Redstone Arsenal
REDSTONE ARESENAL (WHNT) — A new chapter in federal law enforcement operations has begun in Huntsville as the FBI has opened a first-of-its-kind facility on Redstone Arsenal. Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) joined Federal Bureau of Investigation and Administration officials, law enforcement leaders, and the first...
2 women charged after children, animals found in North Alabama home covered in urine,...
Two women face charges of child and animal neglect after arrests last week in Ardmore. According to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Department, houseMonica Elizabeth Tucker, 65, and Evelyn Rose Hill, 25, were arrested after an eviction notice was served at a home in the 29000 block of Ardmore Avenue. During that...
Hartselle man indicted on numerous forgery, fraud charges tied to fake check scheme
HARTSELLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A Hartselle man was arrested on 20 forgery and fraud-related charges stemming from incidents that happened two years ago. Marcus Wallace was indicted on theft of property and possession of a forged instrument charges last week, according to WAFF 48 News partners, the Decatur Daily. The...
Two free food distributions set for November 15 in Florence and Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Two food distributions are scheduled for Saturday, November 15, in Florence and Huntsville, offering free groceries to anyone in need. No registration or questions are required. The first event begins at 9 a.m. at Faith Church in Florence, located at 3601 Florence Blvd. Volunteers are asked...
