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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience The academics offered at UAH can expand your horizons Apply today and unlock your spirit of discovery Apply today to take part in world-changing research Join the Charger Nation and experience all that our exciting campus has to offer John Christy reviews climate model data with Dr A new research study from The University of Alabama in Huntsville a part of The University of Alabama System how much have urban areas warmed from the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect The study was co-authored by UAH researcher Danny Braswell Spencer and Christy’s method uses millions of thermometer observations to quantify the well-known tendency for urban areas to be warmer than rural areas By relating difference in temperature to differences in population density in six classes of population density and in 22 different historical periods between 1880 and 2020 the researchers were able to quantify the average rate of warming as a function of population density “While the statistical signal of urban warming was rather weak due to noise in the data from other non-urbanization effects on weather showing up in all six classes of population density across all 22 historical periods,” Spencer says “One of the interesting results was that the most rapid warming occurs as for population growth at the lowest population densities,” Spencer notes “Then in heavily urbanized areas the warming reaches a peak with little additional warming as population increases.” The issue is important because the estimation of the rate of warming in the U.S due to climate change can be influenced by non-climate processes which would exist even without global warming it was found that 8 percent of the rural warming trend was due to urbanization effect increasing to about 65 percent of the observed warming trend for suburban and urban locations The thermometer data used were the “raw” data archived by NOAA before any adjustments have been made to the data Official temperature trends the public see in news reports are based upon adjusted (“homogenized”) data that use comparisons between neighboring stations’ temperature trends to find break points in individual stations’ records and adjust the measurements based upon a kind of “voting” procedure Spencer and Christy – along with a number of other researchers – believe this has not sufficiently removed UHI effects from the data But it remains to be seen what impact their results will have on the debate over just how much warming has been observed in the U.S and whether current official warming trends have been significantly contaminated by urbanization effects This research was supported by the United States Department of Energy Kristina Hendrix 256.824.6341 kristina.hendrix@uah.edu Julie Jansen 256.824.6926julie.jansen@uah.edu ©2025 The University of Alabama in Huntsville Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A Huntsville Police officer was involved in a car wreck on Thursday morning Huntsville Police say the wreck between an on-duty officer and a citizen happened at the intersection of Airport Road and Whitesburg Drive The citizen sustained minor injuries in the wreck Since the citizen was injured in the wreck the Traffic Homicide Unit was requested to come and investigate the wreck Click Here to Subscribe on YouTube: Watch the latest WAFF 48 news sports & weather videos on our YouTube channel Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The first weekend of the month brings us scores from all across north Alabama including the first scores from Jackson County in some time And those Jackson County reports did not disappoint The lowest score in the Tennessee Valley this week is at the Exxon on Wall Triana and Gillespie Road in Madison It got a 68 due to ham and sausage at the wrong temperature moldy and spoiled bologna and no paper towels or toilet paper in some of the restrooms Inspectors say they found spoiled potato salad black residue in the ice machine and greens and pork at the wrong temperature They also noted scratches in some pots and pants Shababy’s Rib Shack on Highway 53 is next with a 74 There was also an issue with raw chicken and beef at the wrong temperature in the cooler The Taco Bell on Highway 53 just south of Jeff Road was written up for not having any date marks on the tomatoes in the cooler and multiple soda and tea nozzles that needed to be cleaned out The inspectors also saw someone touching a cell phone then go back to making food without washing hands or changing gloves The Huntsville-based Taqueria La Union food truck has an 81 due to unlabeled chemicals food temperature issues and food being stored in a hand washing sink The Exxon at Pulaski Pike and Winchester Road also has an 81 It lost points for not having paper towels at one sink Luigi’s on Highway 72 in Madison had a dishwasher that was missing sanitizer The Wendy’s on University Drive also had a dishwasher without any sanitizer in it along with gnats near a sink and tomatoes at the wrong temperature Madison County Scores and Inspection Reports (note: The Exxon at Wall Triana and Gillespie is listed as “VK & S”) No significant issues to report in Colbert County Colbert County Scores No significant issues to report in DeKalb County DeKalb County Scores and Inspection Reports No significant issues to report in Franklin County Franklin County Scores Jefferson’s on County Park Road in Scottsboro has the lowest score in Jackson County this month with a 78 There was a hand washing sink blocked by a cutting board and a thermometer that wasn’t properly calibrated But the biggest violation is also one of the more strange ones we’ve ever seen Inspectors say that uncovered foods in the warmer were being contaminated by water spraying from an unknown source The manager reportedly told the inspector that this always happens when it rains Right next door to Jefferson’s is Margarita’s It got an 82 on this inspection due to not having sanitizer in the dishwasher While in the kitchen an inspector saw an insect fall into a container of hot queso The Shell Mart on Highway 71 in Higdon had gravy at the wrong temperature Tokyo on Willow Street in Scottsboro also gets an 83 The inspector cited a broken screen door and a drive-through window being left open as the probable causes There was also an issue with shrimp at the wrong temperature Friday’s on Second Street in Stevenson had raw chicken and beef at the wrong temperature Jackson County Scores and Inspection Notes The Golden Corral on Cox Creek Parkway has an 82 due to dirty pans being stored with clean ones There was also a dishwasher in need of repair and cooked foods in the cooler without date markers Lauderdale County Scores and Inspection Reports No scores below 85 this week in Limestone County, however the McDonalds at Hwy. 31 and Hobbs Street was briefly shut down due to “Sewage backup through the floor drains in the kitchen and restrooms.” on April 24th Limestone County Scores and Inspection Reports No significant issues to report in Morgan County Morgan County Scores and Inspection Reports A 36-year-old Huntsville man is facing impaired driving charges after being stopped at a R.I.D.E Huntsville OPP say the incident happened Sunday night just before 9 when officers smelled alcohol and the driver failed a roadside test The driver was arrested and later charged with having a blood alcohol concentration over 80 He’s due in Bracebridge court on June 3 His licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for seven Huntsville OPP have charged a 67-year-old man with sexual assault following an incident reported to have taken place April 29 at a West Road address is scheduled to appear in court in Bracebridge on June 10 Police remind the public there is no time limit to report a sexual offence—reports can be made anytime by calling 1-888-310-1122 or 911 in an emergency Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A local bar is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a couple who came in and stole from them According to a post made by Lone Goose Saloon a couple came in on Sunday night and destroyed their pool tables to get the money out of them They say the pool tables are out of order until further notice A Huntsville Police Department investigator was assigned to the case and has already identified the man shown in the images Those of you looking for a new job can find thousands of openings this week in and around Huntsville there are plenty of job opportunities in the Rocket City Check out who is hiring here in the Huntsville area: Find your new job among these local employers: Visit Indeed.com for info on these new jobs and more Check out these local employers’ job boards for more open positions: All content on this site is Copyright ©  Rushing Waters Media LLC/Hville Blast 2021-2025 Privacy Policy many businesses faced unprecedented challenges But for one mother-daughter team in Madison the uncertainty was the catalyst for a new and successful venture At the onset of the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 Bailey Nichols and her teenage daughter Alexis found themselves looking for a meaningful way to stay busy while stuck at home Bailey and Alexis wanted to provide something to bring a smile to people’s faces during the stressful COVID-19 isolation Having lived in Europe before relocating to Madison both Bailey and Alexis had a deep appreciation for authentic Belgian Liege Waffles—both in flavor and appearance they began experimenting with different recipes perfecting the flavor and texture until they had it just right The waffles quickly became a hit with anyone who tried them Bailey then guided Alexis through the process of obtaining the necessary business licenses, permits, and tax ID. That’s when Wafel-Bitte (which translates to “Waffle Please”) was officially born Air Force with an additional 28 years in federal law enforcement she started the private investigation firm Gemini Investigations She praised The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship and the Small Business Development Center at UAH for helping support and launch her businesses “The Catalyst Center in Huntsville and the SBDC want you to succeed, and they have a lot of resources to help small businesses grow,” Bailey said. Her motivation to start a business with Alexis stemmed from more than a love for Belgian waffles She wanted to teach Alexis the value of entrepreneurship and to pass down valuable business skills before Alexis left for her own Air Force career “Equipping our children with essential life skills is crucial for their future success,” said Bailey “Teaching them how to start a business can unlock limitless potential setting them on a path to achieve extraordinary success.” Wafel-Bitte’s journey began in September 2020 when the duo started selling their homemade Belgian Liege waffles at local farmers’ markets bringing the taste of Belgium’s finest street food to the heart of Alabama obtaining a food manufacturer license and transitioning to producing Belgian Liege waffle mix the business expanded to an online store and began selling on Amazon Wafel-Bitte products are available in states ranging from Nebraska to Florida you can find their waffles and waffle mixes at various local businesses hot Wafel-Bitte waffles are also served at several local food spots including High Point Market in Decatur and Lux Bru in Madison but the bond with her mother and their shared passion for the business continues to grow having already retired from government service both with her marketing expertise and as a source of inspiration for the company With the growth of their online presence and distribution across multiple states Bailey and Alexis are excited about the future of Wafel-Bitte and that with each bite of a Wafel-Bitte waffle “We can’t wait to bring the taste of Belgium to your kitchen,” Bailey said “Our goal is to make Wafel-Bitte a beloved product across the United States and we truly appreciate every one of our customers.” Subscriber Login My Account Become a Subscriber Sign Up For Newsletter The Town of Huntsville is advising that change room renovations at Huntsville’s Centennial Pool are set to begin June 2nd with upgrades focused on accessibility and a general refresh The work is expected to wrap up by the end of August pool users can access temporary change rooms in the Jack Bionda Dressing Rooms and use a temporary deck shower The town is encouraging visitors to come swim-ready and reminds residents of nearby beaches as an alternative Landon Bruski is an 18-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Bruski Branding Services. Bruski started his business while enrolled at Madison County High School What do you love most about living and working in Huntsville I love the unity here—people are proud to live in Huntsville I’ve noticed a powerful cultural shift The city is continually advancing and embracing innovation which is extremely influential and is the reason why the community is so great What’s your best advice for starting a career in the Rocket City I recommend that someone my age get involved in programming and Artificial Intelligence early Everything is becoming tech-oriented in the future and living in a city known for its technological advancements is a tremendous advantage for anyone starting a career in Rocket City How do you like to spend your time outside of work I completed the Rocket City Marathon and the Liz Hurley Ribbon Run and I’m now preparing for the Lake Martin 50 Ultramarathon in April Where is your favorite place to relax in Huntsville recognized as SEC Freshman of the Year and SEC Tournament First Team She still holds Auburn’s strikeout record and Grissom High’s wins record Anna has translated her competitive spirit into leadership in operations Anna excels in problem-solving and efficiency she has been a part of 100%+ growth while fostering a top workplace for five years and commitment to excellence set her apart as a powerhouse in both business and the community I love how much the city has grown and developed over my lifetime but it still maintains the “small town” feel I love that I can walk around downtown most any day and expect to see a friend or colleague and still see the benefits from all of the new businesses and industries calling Huntsville home There are few things more satisfying than putting in hard work all year round to see the fruits of your labor come springtime but I taught myself copperplate calligraphy and really enjoy doing wedding calligraphy Who has been the biggest influence on your career and what valuable lesson did they teach you It’s popular to talk about servant leadership but he has taught me what that really looks like in practice The most valuable lesson I have learned during my time working with him is the importance of prayerfully considering my decisions and then standing up for what I believe to be right We are proud to sponsor the Huntsville Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40 and leadership that continue to shape the future of our community This year’s honorees remind us that success in business is about more than ambition — it’s about purpose Whether these young professionals are leading in innovation they are helping define the values of Huntsville’s next chapter At Merrill we believe in long term vision and investing in people Supporting the Top 40 under 40 isn’t just about recognition — it’s a commitment to the momentum and leadership that strengthen our city year after year Congratulations to this year’s honorees We look forward to seeing what you build next Merrill Advisors – Huntsville, AL Fenner & Smith Incorporated (also referred to as “MLPF&S” or “Merrill”) makes available certain investment products sponsored managed and distributed or provided by companies that are affiliates of Bank of America Corporation (“BofA Corp.”) Member SIPC and wholly owned subsidiary of BofA Corp ServisFirst Bank has announced the addition of Jacob Abbott as Assistant Vice President Commercial Banking Officer for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville “We are thrilled to have Jacob Abbott join our team in Huntsville,” states Andy Kattos Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville “His experience and commitment to the community make him a great fit for our culture and a great resource for our clients.” With over four years of banking experience Abbott will serve clients across North Alabama with a dual focus providing personalized financial strategies for both business and personal banking needs Abbott received his undergraduate degree from Birmingham-Southern College and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Commercial Real Estate Finance from the University of Alabama He currently serves as the Director of Membership for the Rotaract Club of Huntsville and is an active member of the Community Impact Fund for the United Way of Madison County he serves on the Young Professional Advisory Council for HEALS Inc. a nonprofit dedicated to providing accessible healthcare for children 2025) - Atlanta United 2 tied 2-2 at Huntsville City FC Saturday night after coming back from two goals down and earned the extra point in the penalty shootout Midfielder Gabriel Wesseh scored his second goal in three games and defender Sal Mazzaferro scored his first goal of the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro season Jayden Hibbert was called into action early Christian Koffi received the ball on the edge of the box after a corner and fired a shot that was curling toward the top-left corner but the 2024 MLS SuperDraft pick stretched to palm it away in the fifth minute Huntsville scored the opening goal in the 20th minute Jordan Knight received the ball at midfield and raced down the left side of the pitch into the box finishing one-on-one to put the home side up 1-0 Huntsville doubled its lead in the 42nd minute Damien Barker John made a move on the right edge of the box before chipping a cross into Alan Carleton who finished the header at the top of the six-yard box Atlanta quickly responded to cut the deficit Cayman Togashi received the ball from the left just outside the box The reigning MLS NEXT Pro Rising Star of the Matchweek took a touch inside and fired a driven shot with his left foot from 18 yards out that found the bottom-left corner on the stroke of halftime Atlanta applied pressure to the Huntsville backline throughout the opening 15 minutes of the second half and the pressure paid off with a 60th minute equalizer Moises Tablante received the ball 30 yards from goal and sent a chipped-ball into the box The Japanese international touched the ball laterally to Mazzaferro Sessock nearly had a spectacular go-ahead goal in the 71st minute Tablante held the ball at the left-corner of the box The wing-back chested the ball out of the air and struck a promising half-volley but it went past the far-post away from a diving Erik Lauta Huntsville's best opportunity of the half came just before stoppage time Isaiah Jones dribbled down the right side and sent a low-driven cross to Adem Sipic who's one-time shot went just past the near post and sent the sides into Atlanta's third consecutive penalty shootout Hibbert saved Koffi's attempt to put Atlanta up early and 5-Stripes shot five perfect penalties to earn the extra point ! 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(1/25/25-1/25/25) and exclusive discounts on tickets to your favorite shows © 2025 - Copyright Wisdom Digital Media, all rights reserved. Privacy Policy Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Gov giving the Huntsville Madison Chamber of Commerce her Alabama update The governor talked about her legislative priorities as lawmakers work to wrap up this session She left that speech at the VBC to go to the Space and Rocket Center she conducted a ceremonial bill signing that renames the Alabama Space Science Exhibit Commission to the U.S Click Here to Subscribe on YouTube: Watch the latest WAFF 48 news, sports & weather videos on our YouTube channel! We have several new businesses to tell you about here in the Huntsville area — businesses that recently opened or plan to open soon — including some cool spots to grab a bite to eat and a new healthcare facility. The latest Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop location (two have already opened in the Huntsville area) is across from Huntsville Hospital off Governors Drive. A new healthcare facility is now open in Huntsville, addressing an issue of healthcare infrastructure as the Huntsville area continues to grow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Loona's (@eatatloonas) This new Australian café is opening soon in the Town of Providence This is a unique concept coming to Huntsville Crunkleton Commercial Real Estate announced last week the development of Lendon Corner a shopping center that will be anchored by local gift boutique Toasted Pineapple has been a part of the business community for a while now but finally has its own stand-alone spot at The Camp in MidCity aiming to be your stop for permanent jewelry The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will conduct traffic safety checkpoints throughout the weekend of May 2-4 as part of its ongoing commitment to reduce impaired driving and enhance roadway safety This series of checkpoints will be the department’s first dedicated safety checkpoint held in memory of Kathrynn Lively when an impaired driver failed to yield the right of way resulting in a head on collision with Lively’s motorcycle The crash occurred as she was traveling southbound on Bailey Cove Road near the Willowbrook Drive intersection “We’re honoring Kathrynn’s memory by sharing her story and shedding light on the devastating consequences of impaired driving,” said Sgt “This initiative also launches our new Safety Checkpoint Dedication Program which gives families who’ve lost loved ones a platform to raise awareness and help inspire real change in our community.” If you are stopped at a traffic safety checkpoint be prepared to present your driver’s license proof of insurance and vehicle registration to officers HPD’s DUI Task Force uses data from the National Alabama Highway Safety Office (NAHSO) which has identified more than 50 traffic crash hotspots across the City Officers may conduct checkpoints at one or more of the following locations: If you suspect someone is driving under the influence call HPD’s non-emergency line at 256-722-7100 and provide the location vehicle and driver description and direction of travel If there is an immediate threat to public safety An official website of the United States government Who says you need an ocean to celebrate the Navy For the first time since Navy Week’s creation in 2005 Huntsville hosted Navy Week — and the Birmingham VA Health Care System’s Huntsville Veterans Clinic was proud to be part of the action Sailors in crisp Navy Whites visited the clinic to greet Veterans and — in true Navy tradition — cut the ceremonial cake marking the Navy’s 250th birthday Although the Navy’s official date of establishment is in October the year 2025 marks a year-long celebration for 250 was drawn to the group as soon as they arrived James who served in the Navy during Vietnam proudly joined the Sailors for the cake-cutting continuing to slice and serve long after the official moment passed.  While the event honored the Navy’s long legacy it was clear the Sailors gained just as much from connecting with our Veteran patients — hearing their ship stories comparing jobs (“What was your rate?”) and feeling the powerful bonds across generations of service This is just one example of how community partnerships enrich the lives of the Veterans we serve — and remind all of us at VA why our work matters Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The Huntsville Police Department will hold traffic safety checkpoints throughout the weekend of May 2-4 in memory of DUI victim Kathrynn Lively Officials with the department said the DUI Task Force will conduct checkpoints around the city to reduce impaired driving and promote safety on the roadways Lively was killed on Aug. 31, 2022, after an impaired driver ending in a head-on collision with her motorcycle near the intersection of Bailey Cove Road and Willowbrook Dr Owen was sentenced in June 2024 to 20 years for the murder of Lively Police officials say if you get stopped at a checkpoint be prepared to present your driver’s license Officers may conduct checkpoints at one or more of the following locations: Authorities say if you suspect someone is driving under the influence contact the HPD’s non-emergency line at 256-722-7100 and provide the location Police say if there is an immediate threat to public safety Downtown Huntsville, Inc. and the Huntsville Music Office are excited to announce the return of 805 After Five a free outdoor concert series at Campus 805’s Butler Green Park Every third Thursday of each month from May through October, 805 After Five offers an eclectic lineup that highlights Huntsville’s creative spirit while showcasing national and regional artists to local audiences “We’re so excited about the lineup of talent we’ll have out to Campus 805 each month,” said Matt Mandrella “805 After Five is a perfect example of how Huntsville’s creative community is collaborating together to help grow our music scene and diversify our cultural landscape.” The 2025 season kicks off on May 15 with Alabama’s own Lamont Landers interactive activities and craft beverages from Straight to Ale and Yellowhammer Brewing For more information, visit the 805 After Five website or follow Downtown Huntsville, Inc. on Facebook and Instagram Cinco de Mayo — the celebration of Mexico’s victory over France in the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — has become a major celebration here in the U.S and it’s coming up in just a few days We put together a few cool places to celebrate the occasion although not all of them are actually happening on Monday The City of Huntsville, Von Braun Center (VBC) and Arts Huntsville want to make your visit in and out of downtown as smooth as possible for the Panoply Arts Festival as well as for the many downtown events at the VBC Motorists are encouraged to use the Jefferson/Washington Street exit off I-565 to enter downtown Huntsville Police will be managing traffic flow throughout the weekend Plan to arrive early and leave plenty of time to park and get to your destination The following streets will have full or partial lane closures: Huntsville Transit will provide FREE shuttles to ferry passengers to and from parking areas to the event venues View the downtown parking map below to see the location of available parking decks/surface lots and their walking distance to Panoply and the VBC Parking attendants will be on-site to help guide you to the closest available parking On-street parallel parking will be free throughout the weekend Cash or credit is accepted in City parking garages and lots Access to VBC provided parking will be from Clinton Avenue P1 – Saturn Ballroom Parking Lot: Access to Saturn Ballroom P2 – South Hall Parking Garage: Covered parking garage with indoor access to all venues Turn onto Pollard Street and follow signs into garage P3 – East Parking Lot (limited)/Box Office:  VBC Administration Access into the East Parking Lot/Box Office is from Monroe Street P5 – Parking Lot V:  Saturn Ballroom Many surrounding businesses will also open private parking lots for patrons during the April 25-27 weekend These parking options are not associated with the City and fees will vary The public is asked to use caution when parking in an unstaffed lot; private property owners can have vehicles towed Patrons attending the Comic and Pop Culture Expo have access to free all-day parking at one of four convenient locations The Orbit shuttle bus will provide transportation to and from the VBC every 15 minutes Public garages and parking lots have designated handicapped spaces Von Braun Center:  There is limited ADA parking available at the 700 Monroe Street entrance but drop-offs and pick-ups at this location are welcome Please note Monroe Street will be southbound traffic only Panoply:  Huntsville Utilities drive-through lane will be available for drop-off and pick-ups. Enter at 112 Spragins Street and exit north onto Church Street The 16th annual Mayor’s Bike Ride with Mayor Tommy Battle has been canceled due to the forecast of inclement weather Imagine stepping onto a thriving urban greenway the path stretching ahead lined with trees and native plants It’s a peaceful escape from the city streets pocket parks and public art installations throughout wildflowers add a pop of color to the scene It’s not just about exercise — there’s a sense of calm and connection as you walk you see cafés and restaurants along the way where you can grab a quick bite or a drink The scent of food mixes with the outdoor air Cyclists weave in and out of the path as you pass families out for a walk or people sitting on benches The greenway isn’t just a place to move through — it’s an embodiment of the community It’s a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy no matter how they choose to experience it a 22-mile path through the heart of the city It’s not a new idea, but it’s one Huntsville planners hope to establish here. Like Atlanta’s 22-mile Beltline the proposed Huntsville Beltline would reshape how residents interact with their city as well as play a crucial role in Huntsville’s infrastructure and long-term growth Targeted stakeholder meetings will likely be held in late 2025 “With the city’s increasing population and demand for better infrastructure this project will not only improve mobility but also contribute to Huntsville’s vision for future growth,” Mayor Tommy Battle said Huntsville residents will have the chance to shape a transformative initiative that will impact our city for years to come Two people sit and enjoy the view of Atlanta’s skyline on the Beltline The overall goal of the project is to narrow the gap between the pedestrian access and redevelopment corridor (PARC) near downtown and the Meek Greenway near the campus of Alabama A&M University the City entered into an agreement with Atlanta-based Lord Aeck Sargent Inc to develop a master plan for the Huntsville Beltline It will enhance Huntsville’s economy by creating development opportunities between Memorial Parkway and the greenway Another goal is to create new alternate transportation options between downtown and Alabama A&M “It will link over two dozen neighborhoods across the city transportation and economic growth,” said Dennis Madsen Huntsville’s Manager of Urban & Long-Range Planning foster community interaction and provide a hub for outdoor activities and events.” Electric scooters are common along Atlanta’s Beltline who worked at a prominent design firm in Atlanta saw firsthand how that project changed that city’s landscape He described it as a model for urban transformation and one he believes Huntsville will embrace aiming to replicate the successes seen in Atlanta,” he said we will gather input from residents and businesses ensuring the project meets the needs and desires of the community.” There’s also a sustainability piece to consider the greenway will  improve air quality and help mitigate the urban heat island effect by adding more green space The increased potential for arts and culture initiatives is another aspect of the project “Just as the Atlanta Beltline hosts events like the Lantern Parade Huntsville could create its own community-driven events that celebrate creativity and diversity,” Madsen said it could become a cultural corridor that adds vibrancy and civic pride to Huntsville.” Mayor Tommy Battle learns more about the Atlanta Beltline during a visit in November 2024 Huntsville city planners are looking to establish a similar connection with the Huntsville Beltline Adam Smith is a Communication Specialist for the City of Huntsville he worked as a senior content marketing writer and editor for Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure His previous experience also includes nearly 10 years as editor of The News Courier in Athens and several magazine titles so does the need for growth in the area’s healthcare infrastructure This is why the recent opening of Integrative HealthCare of Huntsville is such a welcome addition who served as the Medical Director for the clinic Shreeder is a graduate of Washington & Lee University and received his medical degree from the University of Alabama SDchool of Medicine He completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport The practice specializes in Functional Medicine– which focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions rather than simply managing symptoms — and Regenerative Medicine — which focuses on using the body’s natural healing capabilities to restore and optimize health Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8AM-4PM. More information can be found on the clinic’s website is currently grappling with several significant legal challenges that cast a shadow over its workforce These lawsuits—some ongoing and others settled—raise pressing questions about corporate governance particularly as it undergoes a major restructuring that has led to mass layoffs The legal cases reflect not only Boeing’s internal struggles but also broader implications for its employees and the community at large Securities Class Action Lawsuit: Misleading Investors Retaliation Lawsuit: A Victory for Employee Rights A federal judge ruled in favor of the employee, ordering Boeing to pay $75,000 in non-economic damages. The ruling highlights Boeing’s responsibility to foster a workplace where employees can voice concerns without fear. While the case may be closed, the outcome serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting workers’ rights—especially in high-pressure industries where employees may hesitate to speak out. [6] this case is particularly relevant as the company navigates a period of significant layoffs Many employees may feel vulnerable during such transitions and this case reinforces the need for Boeing to treat workers fairly and respectfully “I don’t know what I’m going to do now that I’m out of work I guess—because of the job market,” said a former Boeing employee who wished to remain anonymous in an interview with the Huntsville Business Journal “I feel like I can’t say very much because of how they [Boeing] have treated former employees in the past Google their lawsuits and you’ll see what I’m talking about.” Settlements with Former Employees: Corporate Accountability many employees question the company’s priorities The stark contrast between executive pay and the treatment of laid-off workers has drawn sharp criticism especially as layoffs persist in Huntsville including missile systems and the Space Launch System