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Track government and defense developments in Huntsville, Alabama's military epicenter. The Huntsville Commerce Report delivers local policy news, federal contracts, and national defense trends for North Alabama stakeholders and U.S. audiences.

Birmingham Activists Stir Debate with Trump-Epstein Billboard on Red Mountain Expressway

Birmingham Activists Stir Debate with Trump-Epstein Billboard on Red Mountain Expressway

Birmingham Blue Dot’s Campaign Calls for Transparency in High-Profile Case On July 26, 2025, a bold digital billboard appeared on Birmingham’s Red Mountain Expressway, targeting former President Donald Trump with the question, “What’s the big secret, fellas?” Erected by the progressive group Birmingham Blue Dot, the sign,

NASA’s Workforce Cuts Hit Huntsville: What It Means for Marshall Space Flight Center

NASA’s Workforce Cuts Hit Huntsville: What It Means for Marshall Space Flight Center

Huntsville, Alabama — NASA’s recent announcement of a 20% workforce reduction, impacting nearly 4,000 employees, is sending ripples through Huntsville, the heart of America’s space industry. The Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), a cornerstone of the “Rocket City,” will lose at least 279 senior staff, with up to

Chad ‘Chig’ Martin Hosts Energized Campaign Rally in Huntsville, Alabama, Outlining Vision for 2026 Gubernatorial Race

Chad ‘Chig’ Martin Hosts Energized Campaign Rally in Huntsville, Alabama, Outlining Vision for 2026 Gubernatorial Race

Huntsville, AL – July 15, 2025 – Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chad “Chig” Martin ignited enthusiasm among Huntsville voters and business leaders at a vibrant campaign rally held at Big Spring Park on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The event, attended by a decent number of supporters and curious voters, showcased Martin’s grassroots-driven

UAH Electric Propulsion Club Secures Top Award at AIAA Conference, Elevating Huntsville’s Aerospace Innovation

UAH Electric Propulsion Club Secures Top Award at AIAA Conference, Elevating Huntsville’s Aerospace Innovation

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (July 16, 2025) – The Electric Propulsion Club at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has once again proven its excellence by clinching first place at the 2025 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Region II Student Conference in Raleigh, N.C. This prestigious accolade celebrates the

FBI Pauses National Academy Relocation to Huntsville, Impacting Real Estate and Business Growth

FBI Pauses National Academy Relocation to Huntsville, Impacting Real Estate and Business Growth

Huntsville, Alabama, a dynamic hub for federal innovation, faces a temporary delay in its economic ambitions as the FBI pauses plans to relocate its National Academy training program to Redstone Arsenal. Announced in late June 2025, this decision, driven by infrastructure challenges, affects Huntsville’s real estate market and business

City of Huntsville Seeks Public Input for Historic Train Depot’s 2026 Revitalization

City of Huntsville Seeks Public Input for Historic Train Depot’s 2026 Revitalization

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The City of Huntsville is poised to reimagine the historic Huntsville Depot, Alabama’s oldest surviving railroad depot, built in 1860. On June 24, 2025, city officials announced a master planning process for the Depot and its 7-acre property at 320 Church St. NW, inviting residents to shape

FBI Eyes Huntsville for National Training Academy, Boosting Local Economy

FBI Eyes Huntsville for National Training Academy, Boosting Local Economy

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is considering a transformative move that could elevate Huntsville, Alabama, as a key hub for federal law enforcement training. The agency is exploring relocating its prestigious National Training Academy from Quantico, Virginia, to Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal, a decision that could reshape the region’