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‘Investment demonstrates our continued commitment’: Huntsville Mayor Battle proceeding with $45 million donation to U.S. Space Command, Redstone Arsenal following city council’s vote of approval

In another significant milestone for both the city of Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal, the Huntsville City Council has authorized Mayor Tommy Battle to proceed with a $45 million donation to the rapidly expanding military base.

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'He has done an excellent job': Tuberville credits Huntsville Mayor Battle with assisting relocation of U.S. Space Command

During a recent call with reporters, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville spoke about Space Command's upcoming move to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, while crediting the city's mayor for playing a role in securing the agency's relocation to the Rocket City.

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'Mission is bigger than just Huntsville': Mayor Battle promotes Space Command in State of the City speech

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle spoke about U.S. Space Command's relocation to the Rocket City during his State of the City address on Friday, calling it not just a success for Huntsville but for America as a whole.

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'We can handle this': Huntsville Mayor Battle downplays concern of excessive growth in North Alabama after Trump's Space Command decision

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle spoke to members of the media on Wednesday about the U.S. Space Command's relocation to the Rocket City and its anticipated impact on the local community and residents.

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Refugee resettlement non-profit boasts partnership with Alabama Legislature; Former House speaker, Huntsville mayor serve on board

As Alabama's leaders lament the ongoing influx of migrants entering the state, one organization that facilitates resettling refugees in Alabama claims to currently partner with the state legislature and has former House Speaker Mac McCutcheon, now the Madison County Commission chairman, and Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle on its board.

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Huntsville City Council approves $600,000 settlement in excessive force case

The Huntsville City Council on Thursday voted 4-1 in favor of a $600,000 settlement with the family of an intellectually disabled man who claimed he was injured by two Huntsville Police Department officers.

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Tommy Battle launches campaign seeking fifth term as Huntsville mayor

Tommy Battle held a luncheon event Wednesday to mark the occasion by touting his past successes and goals for the future.

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Huntsville, Madison City, Madison County leaders alarmed by revelations about Space Command delay — 'Blatant attempt to skew independent findings and use highly questionable tactics'

Public officials in Madison County were alarmed by the information revealed Thursday after the U.S. House Committee on Armed Services announced it would launch an investigation into the ongoing delays in choosing a permanent U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM) Headquarters.

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‘The best place for Space Command is in Huntsville’ — Battle, Britt, Tuberville push back against Biden’s efforts to reverse decision on U.S. Space Command location

State and federal officials are pushing back against Biden’s reported efforts to keep U.S. Space Command from locating in Huntsville.

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Huntsville Mayor Battle touts 'national accolades,' future investments in State of the City address — 'Experiencing growth and development like we’ve never seen before'

A capacity crowd gathered at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville on Tuesday to hear Mayor Tommy Battel give his State of the City address for 2022 where he highlighted the Rocket City's rapid growth and "quality of life investments" in infrastructure.

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Huntsville Mayor Battle applauds Artemis I rocket launch

Early Wednesday, the Artemis I rocket launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla., as part of an effort to send an unmanned capsule near the moon.

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Huntsville City Council asks Alabama Legislature for discretion in issuing citations for misdemeanor offenses

The Huntsville City Council passed a resolution last Thursday requesting the Alabama Legislature amend the state code to restore police discretion regarding how to handle misdemeanor offenses.

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Huntsville Mayor Battle looks to improve on top 'Best Places to Live' ranking

Last month, Huntsville topped the U.S. News 2022-2023 "Best Place to Live" rankings. However, according to Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, there are still areas needing improvement.

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Amazon adds four new operational sites in Alabama

By Brandon Moseley Amazon.com Inc. will open three new operations facilities in Alabama and will open a new fulfillment center that...