Scott Turner

1 week ago | al.com | Scott Turner

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong, R-Monrovia, announced Wednesday he will not seek to replace Tommy Tuberville in the U.S. Senate. “After prayerful thought and consideration, I have decided that the best way I can serve Alabama is to remain in the United States House of Representatives,” Strong said. “For that reason, I will be seeking re-election to Congress in 2026 and no other office. Representing north Alabama in Washington has been the most rewarding experience in my career of public service.

1 week ago | al.com | Scott Turner

A health care provider is the newest addition to The Range commercial office building on Governors Drive. Breathe Better Institute, specializing in ENT (Ears, Nose, and Throat) services, is the latest addition to the development, occupying 5,200 square feet on the second floor, the owner of the building, The Beach Company, announced Wednesday.

1 week ago | al.com | Scott Turner

Alabama A&M’s plans for a new student amenity building cleared a major hurdle Tuesday night. The Huntsville Planning Commission approved the location, character and extent of the building. The 93,000-square-foot building will serve as a hub for student engagement and support services. It will feature dining facilities, meeting spaces, study areas, faculty offices, a gaming lounge and social gathering spaces, all designed to enhance the campus experience.

1 week ago | al.com | Scott Turner

The Huntsville City Council will vote on raising sewer rates in the city for the first time in 20 years at its June 12 meeting. The city is proposing an increase to support infrastructure investments within the sewer collection system and at five wastewater treatment facilities. The vote on the increase was introduced at last week’s city council meeting. According to the city its proposal calls for:Monthly sewer bills to increase from $24.15 to $29.15 for an average residential customer.

2 weeks ago | al.com | Scott Turner

Huntsville grew by another 27 acres Thursday night. The City Council annexed the land west of Old Big Cove Road and north of Buford Drive. The annexation came at the request of Louis Breland, the founder of Breland Properties and Breland Homes. Breland is the developer of Town Madison and Clift Farm. Single-family homes will be developed on the annexed property, City Manager of Planning and Zoning Services Thomas Nunez told the council.