Huntsville Alabama

The City of Huntsville is commemorating Nov. 1-11 as Veterans Week to give special recognition to veterans and military families for their past and present sacrifices to keep America safe. During this time, Huntsvillians are encouraged to pay tribute to those who have served in the armed forces.

The City of Huntsville is announcing sanitation customers will see their rates increase beginning Jan. 1. The boost will help offset expenses for the weekly collection of garbage, yard debris, empty boxes and other curbside items.

Halloween is all about fun and creativity, but a little extra caution can go a long way. Here are some helpful reminders for trick-or-treaters and drivers, plus some tips for keeping the fun litter-free this holiday.

A new report says Alabama could be doing more for residents who are disabled. The financial website Wallethub says a new study shows our state has several cities that rank low on accommodating citizens with special needs.

The Huntsville Police Department is promoting four Investigators, five Sergeants and two Lieutenants. The city says they will work in various positions throughout the department with both sworn and civilian personnel.

Huntsville is looking to celebrate the spooky season in a fun and engaging way. The city's Parks & Recreation Department will host a series of family-friendly Halloween events at recreation centers across the Rocket City toward the end of October.

Pumpkin displays usually mean cooler weather and the arrival of fall in Alabama. The gourds have many uses. For those looking to use a pumpkin for carving, cooking or seasonal display— rest assured, there’s a pumpkin for that!

Downtown Huntsville, Inc. is launching the return of Movies in the Park, presented by Meta and Buffalo Rock. It kicks off this Friday night in Big Spring Park East. The free outdoor movie series will run every Friday in October, each with a fall theme.

Skateboarders and skate enthusiasts of all ages and abilities are invited to check out The Oververt Challenge at Get-A-Way Skatepark in John Hunt Park on Oct. 6. The event in Huntsville will feature a high-energy skate jam with cash and prize giveaways, followed by a skate clinic.

Huntsville residents might not be aware of hazardous waste in their homes. This includes things like old TVs or cell phones, batteries, paints and weed killers. These items can't be disposed of with the regular garbage collection, but the city's Household Hazardous Waste Facility can help.