July 31, 2020
Boeing has made a $500,000 leadership gift to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s Save Space Camp campaign. Launched Tuesday, July 28, the campaign is seeking to raise a minimum of $1.5 million to sustain operations of the museum and to be able to reopen Space Camp in April 2021.
July 30, 2020
Thursday’s launch of the Mars Perseverance rover was a huge success for NASA and its partners across the country and right in our own backyard.
July 30, 2020
We've compiled important dates, information, and resources for residents of Madison County as we approach municipal elections on August 25 as well as the general election on November 3.
July 29, 2020
Several local businesses have expanded their services to provide virtual support to students this fall. Rocket City Mom will continue to update this list.
July 29, 2020
There are a lot of questions about testing, and when an individual can go back to work. Is another test needed? Here is the latest guidance from the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
July 29, 2020
The amended Safer at Home Order requires individuals to wear a mask or other facial covering when in public and in close contact with other people. This amended order extends until August 31, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
July 28, 2020
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center and its internationally beloved Space Camp are in jeopardy of closure due to devastating economic challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic. In an effort to remain open for future generations of visitors and campers, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Space Camp are launching a “Save Space Camp” campaign.
July 27, 2020
We've created this survey to gather basic information to help inform a community response for students who will potentially be unsupervised when school resumes this fall. There are English and Spanish versions included. The deadline is Monday, Aug. 3.
July 15, 2020
This new order takes effect on Thursday, July 16 at 5 p.m. It will remain in place through the end of the month.
July 10, 2020
Madison County's mask ordinance took effect on July 7 at 5 p.m. Dr. Karen Landers of the Alabama Department of Public Health, joined us a few days later to talk about how the community is responding to it.
July 7, 2020
Here is the order that requires face coverings in public starting on July 7, 2020 at 5 p.m.
July 2, 2020
Our hospital officials are asking for your help to get COVID-19 infection rates under control. Please use face coverings in your workplace and in public, and please help us spread the word using #maskuphsv. We have links for social media graphics here.
July 1, 2020
Know someone who is interested in upskilling and finding a fulfulling career? Please encourage them to attend our Upwards Career & Training Fair. This virtual event is July 14-16 and we still have room for more companies to participate, too.
June 30, 2020
Mark July 14 on your calendar -- it's time to vote again.