Information on COVID-19 for the Huntsville/Madison County, Alabama community, including business resources.

April 6, 2020

FAQ on Alabama’s Stay at Home Order

Many questions have come in since Alabama Governor Kay Ivey issued a Stay at Home order for our state on April 3. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions for individuals and businesses.
April 6, 2020

Want to make masks for the hospitals? Here are instructions

Huntsville Hospital has shared this step-by-step instructional guide for people who would like to sew masks for healthcare workers.
April 6, 2020

Web Call (April 6): Mayor Tommy Battle and Mayor Paul Finley

We continue to press the importance of social distancing, as both Mayors explain. Please don't let up - we're in a critical time to help stop the spread of COVID-19 so as to not overwhelm our hospitals.
April 6, 2020

Web Call (April 3): Dr. Neil Lamb of HudsonAlpha

Dr. Neil Lamb talks about his video series "Shareable Science" as well as the importance of social distancing, to stop the spread of COVID-19.
April 6, 2020

Unemployed workers: Relief offered through Downtown Huntsville Charitable Fund, Land Trust of North Alabama

This program will assist unemployed and furloughed workers in the Downtown Huntsville Core and Downtown Huntsville Districts. The Land Trust will temporarily hire these workers to help with trail upkeep.
April 3, 2020

Governor Ivey issues Stay at Home order for Alabama

April 3, 2020 Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has issued a Stay at Home order to be applied statewide.  The order is effective beginning Saturday, April 4, at 5:00 p.m. and will expire Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Read […]
April 3, 2020

City of Huntsville supports State Health Department’s order to stay home

“This is a deliberate and measured response to the COVID-19 threat that faces our state and our community," said Mayor Tommy Battle. "The coming four weeks will be significant as the epicenter of this virus hits Alabama.
April 3, 2020

We’re all in this together… six feet apart!

Updated April 3, 2020 During this global health and economic crisis, the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is committed to providing support to all companies and organizations in our community. To that end, we are extending our member communications services and support […]
April 3, 2020

NEW: On-Demand Webinar: SBA Disaster Loan + Paycheck Protection (PPP) Loan Programs

The Webinars for the SBA PPP Disaster Relief Loans has been updated
April 3, 2020

Thryv Business Foundation announces grant program for Small Businesses impacted by COVID-19

Thryv Business Foundation announces grant program for Small Businesses impacted by COVID-19
April 3, 2020

From Making Brews to Making Hand Sanitizer: How Your Business Can Help

Yellowhammer Brewing has partnered with a variety of local organizations and businesses over the past couple of weeks. The company is making hand sanitizer, and is accepting monetary donations to help fund the numerous batches.
April 3, 2020

StayingOpen.org – New Site Shows Which Local Businesses Are Still Open

A group of employees at Spur created a great new site to help the community see which local businesses are still open.
April 3, 2020

Local Businesses Offering Curbside Pickup & Delivery Options (non restaurants!)

There are so many businesses, besides restaurants, that are offering curbside pickup, online ordering, and delivery options. We have compiled a list for you here. Support our local businesses! The Fret Shop. This local music store is offering customers curbside […]
April 2, 2020

Web Call (April 2): Alabama House Speaker Mac McCutcheon

On April 2, Alabama Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon joined us for our daily Zoom conference call. He spoke about challenges with the current Legislative session in relation to COVID-19.