August 17, 2023

Huntsville #1 Best Place to Live for Families in the U.S.

The City of Huntsville ranks #1 for The Best Places to Live for Families in the U.S. for 2023-24! The ranking from U.S. News and World Report was based on affordability, quality of life and the job market.
August 10, 2023

Announcing the 2023 Small Business Award Contenders!

Join us as we celebrate the diverse range of industries and expertise represented among the contenders – from technology startups revolutionizing the way we interact with the world, to local businesses and nonprofits that have become pillars of our community. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating Huntsville’s business community on Thursday, Sept. 28 in the VBC North Hall.
August 9, 2023

Drake State and Huntsville Hospital Celebrate Inaugural LPN Launch Program Graduates

Drake State Community and Technical College and Huntsville Hospital proudly announce the graduation of the first cohort of graduates from their groundbreaking Nursing LPN Launch program. The 19 students will now begin work at Huntsville Hospital, helping to fill a critical nursing shortage.
August 7, 2023

Huntsville, Ala. lands UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in September 2026

We are pleased to share with you that Huntsville, Alabama has landed the UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in 2026. The races will be held September 4-7, 2026, Labor Day weekend, in Cummings Research Park. This premier event will bring approximately 600 of the world’s para-cyclists, along with their support staff and families, to Huntsville.
August 1, 2023

Initiatives – August 2023

In our August issue, Dr. Clarence Sutton, the new superintendent of Huntsville City Schools, shares his plans for the district. Also, one company shares how they are engaging the sharp minds of young talent during their summer internships.
August 1, 2023

HREGI Profile: Huntsville International Airport

Butch Roberts, CEO of Huntsville International Airport, shares several updates with us including upcoming renovations to improve accessibility for travelers, marketing campaigns, and new pickup options, including a cell phone waiting lot.
July 31, 2023

Tennessee Valley Communities disappointed that the Air Force’s decision to locate USSPACECOM HQ at Redstone Arsenal has been reversed

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (July 31, 2023) – The communities of the Tennessee Valley region are disappointed to learn the White House has reversed a decision that would have moved Space Command headquarters to Redstone Arsenal, as two lengthy selection processes recommended. […]
July 17, 2023

Kömmerling USA announces expansion in Huntsville, additional jobs

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (July 17, 2023) – Kömmerling USA, which is located in Chase Industrial Park in Huntsville, has announced an expansion and additional jobs for the local facility. Kömmerling’s Huntsville plant will add two new production lines to manufacture window […]
July 14, 2023

Huntsville Historical Artifacts Arrive Unexpectedly

The Chamber recently received a package in the mail containing several copies of the “Satellite EXTRA” edition and a number of newspaper clippings from February  of 1958, chronicling Huntsville’s role launching the first US satellite into orbit and the local celebrations that followed the launch.  The clippings provide terrific insight into the events of that day and the days that followed. 
July 7, 2023

Help Huntsville Win a New Patent Office!

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is establishing a Southeast Regional Office and we think this would be a great fit for Huntsville, but we need your help!
July 6, 2023

GO Rocket City: Interns Invited!

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. –The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is hosting a number of events this summer to help local interns experience the Rocket City. Whether it’s work or play, there’s plenty to do here and we’re excited to help our early talent Get Onboard!
June 19, 2023

Support local minority-owned businesses on Juneteenth

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is proud to work in solidarity with our diverse populations and businesses. We encourage all of you to learn more about this historic day and celebrate freedom as a community. Visit our Member Directory to support local businesses. It is searchable by Minority, Veteran and Woman-Owned Status.
June 19, 2023

Huntsville has large presence at Paris Air Show

Several Chamber and community leaders are attending the Paris Air Show this week. Our team includes representatives from the Chamber, City, Huntsville International Airport, UAH, Alabama Department of Commerce, and others.
June 6, 2023

Initiatives – June 2023

The cover story features the groundbreaking for UAH's new engineering building, and you can also read about our latest work on child care, small business profiles, the recent Washington DC and Montgomery Trips and more.