Alabama’s first IKEA opening in Huntsville this week
Giveaways, free soft toys for children, and a $10,000 community donation will mark the grand opening of Alabama’s first IKEA store when the global home furnishings retailer celebrates its Huntsville […] The post Alabama’s first IKEA opening in Huntsville this week appeared first on 256 Today .
Huntsville residents are shaken after a police standoff
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Neighbors and friends are still in shock after a nearly four-hour police standoff in their Huntsville neighborhood Saturday night. The standoff took place on Avalon Lane and residents said it was scary to see police and SWAT flood their street. Alla Hansen lives on Avalon Lane...
One person dead, three injured after fiery crash in Huntsville
One person is dead and three people sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a multi-car wreck along Research Park Boulevard.
AAMU Pulls Away in Fourth Quarter, Defeating B-CU 55-43
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Jaida Belton led the Bulldogs with 18 points as AAMU used a strong fourth quarter to finish off the Wildcats 55-43 at Moore Gymnasium. The first period was tightly contested, with both teams struggling to generate an offensive rhythm. Bethune-Cookman dominated defensively, holding Alabama A&M...
Weekley Wins by 1 Ounce at MLF Toyota Series at Lake Guntersville
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. (Feb. 20, 2026) – The final weigh-in of the Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats Central Division event on Lake Guntersville was can’t-miss. Out of the gate, Jimmy Neece Jr. roared into the lead from 22nd with 28 pounds, 11 ounces. In full command of the hot seat, Neece was finally bumped by...
Calhoun Community College hosts job fair in Decatur with over 55 employers
DECATUR, Ala. — Calhoun Community College's Career Services team will host its Annual Spring Job Fair on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur campus. The event is free and open to students, alumni, and the general public — no registration required. The...
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber to host ReLaunch Job Fair April 7
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is partnering with the local Alabama Career Center, the Alabama Community College System, nonprofits and community agencies to connect job seekers with area employers during the […] The post Huntsville/Madison County Chamber to host ReLaunch Job Fair April 7 appeared first on...
Warm today, but cold conditions return tonight
Pleasant conditions today, but as we head into the overnight hours, winter will make its return. Warm and partly cloudy skies are expected for most of the day, with highs in the mid-60s. As we head into the overnight hours, clouds will build back in, and we may see a few light showers. Cold conditions will return,...
Huntsville Fire’s finest: 39 awarded for bravery and skill
Huntsville Fire and Rescue honored its bravest at their annual awards and promotion ceremony. On Friday, 39 firefighters were recognized, including five who received the Medical Life Saver Award for saving a 3-year-old in cardiac arrest at Parkway Place Mall in April of last year. "We don't take training for...
65th annual Art on the Lake set for April 18-19 in Guntersville
Artists and crafters from across the Southeast will gather along the shores of Lake Guntersville April 18-19 for the 65th annual Art on the Lake festival. The longtime spring tradition, […] The post 65th annual Art on the Lake set for April 18-19 in Guntersville appeared first on 256 Today .
