Alabama medical cannabis launch nears, but coalition warns of access hurdles
ATHENS, Ala. — Medical cannabis dispensaries are preparing to open their doors across Alabama, nearly five years after the state passed the Compassion Act to establish a medical cannabis program. While licensed stores inch closer to welcoming their first patients, members of the Alabama Cannabis Coalition warn that...
Alabama Weather Alert: 40 MPH Wind Gusts Could Impact Huntsville and Decatur From 1...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Huntsville, Alabama – Drivers across the Tennessee Valley may face sudden crosswinds and blowing debris by Sunday afternoon as strengthening south winds push across North Alabama and southern Middle...
Alabama Severe Storm Threat Builds Late Sunday Night as Damaging Winds and Possible Tornadoes...
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA — A developing line of severe thunderstorms is expected to sweep across Alabama late Sunday night into early Monday morning as a strong cold front pushes south through the state. Meteorologists warn the system could bring damaging winds and isolated tornadoes to several major cities, including...
Another chance of storms by the end of the weekend
Out the door this morning some patchy frost possible in parts of the area. Sunny and pleasant for this afternoon. We'll warm nicely into the upper 60s for highs.
Huntsville tied to nearly $2.7 billion in new Pentagon contracts for Boeing, Raytheon
The Department of Defense announced three contracts Thursday to Boeing and Raytheon worth nearly $2.7 billion, with some work in Huntsville. Boeing is continuing work on a prototype for the E‑7A reconnaissance aircraft and is receiving an additional $2.3 billion, with an expected completion date of Aug. 10, 2032. The...
Wind advisory in place for North Alabama for Sunday and Monday – wind gusts...
A wind advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 10:31 a.m. valid from Sunday 1 p.m. until Monday 1 a.m. for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, DeKalb and Cullman counties. The weather service adds, "South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts...
Disco lives on with Bee Gees tribute, STAYIN’ ALIVE, to rock Huntsville stage
HUNTSVILLE, Ala.- The ultimate Bee Gees tribute band is set to captivate audiences at Mars Music Hall on Thursday, March 26, at 7:30p.m. for STAYIN' ALIVE. The band is known for delivering the full Bee Gees experience with songs like "Night Fever," "Jive Talkin'," and "Stayin' Alive." The group features...
3 Charged in Christmas Eve Murder Conspiracy, Including ADOC Inmate Accused of Orchestrating Plot...
The Madison Police Department said three people were charged in a murder conspiracy that was orchestrated from inside a maximum security Alabama prison. MPD said following an investigation into a shooting on Christmas Eve that included the execution of numerous search warrants and the collection of evidence, it...
15+ women-owned businesses in Huntsville you should know about
As we close out of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting some of Huntsville’s women-owned businesses– highlighting their stories and the impact they’re making in our community. Continue reading to discover and support these local women. Restaurants. 1. Good Company Cafe. Angela Ozbolt, owner of Good...
Scammer posed as Redstone Federal Credit Union, asked victim to mail debit card
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A Huntsville woman says she received a phone call from someone claiming to be with Redstone Federal Credit Union, telling her that her card had been used at a Kroger in Birmingham and on Amazon. The caller then told Hayley Somers she would need to send...
