South Huntsville gains roughly 17-mile continuous greenway loop
A reported Tennessee River Greenway connection has created an approximately 17-mile continuous loop through a large portion of South Huntsville.
Alabama
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Montgomery weighs proposed $375 million Momentum 2040 bond initiative
Montgomery officials have outlined a proposed $375 million Momentum 2040 bond initiative, while the City Council’s final action on the measure remains unsettled.
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Birmingham seeks proposals for landfill-gas-to-energy project
Birmingham has opened a procurement for the study, design and development of a landfill-gas-to-energy project, with proposals due Sept. 21.
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Huntsville completes key segment of 17-mile Tennessee River Greenway loop
A connection involving the Aldridge Creek Greenway near Ditto Landing has completed a continuous loop of about 17 miles through much of South Huntsville.
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Montgomery releases final candidate list for District 3 special election
The City of Montgomery has announced the final slate of qualified candidates for the vacant District 3 City Council seat. The special election is scheduled for Sept. 1, 2026.
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Birmingham holds Strong Start back-to-school rally at CrossPlex
The City of Birmingham and community partners held the Strong Start Birmingham Back to School Rally on Aug. 1 at the Birmingham CrossPlex, offering supplies, support and family activities ahead of the 2026-27 school year.
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Montgomery sets Sept. 1 special election for vacant District 3 council seat
Montgomery City Council has set a Sept. 1, 2026, special election for the vacant District 3 seat. The city published its final list of qualified candidates July 24.
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Montgomery finalizes candidate field for Sept. 1 District 3 council special election
The City of Montgomery has announced the final qualified candidate list for the vacant District 3 City Council seat, with a special municipal election scheduled for Sept. 1, 2026.
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Birmingham approves $615 million FY2027 budget with neighborhood, transit and public-safety spending
Birmingham City Council approved a $615 million FY2027 spending plan presented by Mayor Randall Woodfin, including $3 million for Birmingham Xpress and priorities for neighborhoods, youth, public safety and city employees.
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Huntsville council unanimously approves rezoning for 500-plus-acre North Huntsville housing proposal
The Huntsville City Council unanimously approved rezoning more than 500 acres north of Bob Wade Lane on July 23, 2026, for a proposed development expected to include about 1,800 housing units.
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Redwire announces Huntsville expansion expected to add 150 aerospace and defense jobs
Redwire’s announced Huntsville expansion is expected to create about 150 high-skilled jobs and is supported by approximately $8.5 million in eligible state and local incentives.
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Birmingham City Council approves $615 million fiscal 2027 operating budget
Birmingham City Council approved Mayor Randall L. Woodfin’s recommended $615 million operating budget for fiscal year 2027, the mayor’s office reported June 30.
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Birmingham opens BOLD proposals with up to $1.5 million available for economic-development projects
Birmingham is accepting proposals for its 2027–2028 BOLD program, with up to $1.5 million available for projects tied to economic development, resilience and mobility.
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Montgomery says it is financially positioned to support proposed $375 million bond initiative
Montgomery officials say the city is in a strong financial position to support a proposed $375 million bond initiative tied to the Momentum 2040 investment strategy. The proposal has not been approved, and the city has not yet detailed projects or an authorization timeline.
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Huntsville’s Aug. 25 municipal election covers six district seats; District 3 town hall set Aug. 4
Huntsville’s municipal election is scheduled for Aug. 25, with City Council and Board of Education districts 2, 3 and 4 identified for the election. A District 3 town hall is scheduled for Aug. 4.
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Operation Safe Summer produces 76 arrests and 13 firearm seizures in Birmingham-area enforcement effort
A joint enforcement effort involving the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Birmingham Police Department and FBI resulted in 76 arrests, 193 warrant clearances and 13 firearm seizures, authorities said.
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Montgomery schedules community job fair for Aug. 4
The City of Montgomery and Montgomery Career Center have scheduled a community job fair for Aug. 4, 2026, to bring local employers and job seekers together.
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Tennessee River Greenway expansion completes roughly 17-mile South Huntsville pedestrian loop
A connection involving the Aldridge Creek Greenway has completed an approximately 17-mile continuous pedestrian and bicycle loop across a large portion of South Huntsville, including an area just north of Ditto Landing.
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Birmingham District 5, Omega Psi Phi health fair set for Aug. 8
Birmingham City Council District 5 and Omega Psi Phi are scheduled to hold a free, family-friendly community health fair Aug. 8 at 400 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard.
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Montgomery confirms candidates for Sept. 1 District 3 special election
Montgomery has announced the final qualified candidate list for the Sept. 1 special election to fill the vacant City Council District 3 seat.
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Alabama Supreme Court Expedites Tuberville Appeal as Ballot Deadlines Near
The Alabama Supreme Court accelerated briefing in a challenge to Tommy Tuberville’s eligibility, but the schedule could extend beyond Alabama deadlines for replacing a nominee or changing candidate certifications.
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Gov. Ivey creates Alabama commission to study K-12 screen use
Gov. Kay Ivey’s July 22 order creates a commission on K-12 screen use. Its report is due Dec. 1, 2026, before possible 2027 legislation.