February 2026 – Page 5

Mardi Gras and Black History Month: Celebrating Afro-Caribbean Roots, Culture and Faith

February 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Mardi Gras, often known for colorful parades, music, and celebration, is more than a festive season. Its history reflects deep cultural, religious, and African diasporic traditions that continue to shape communities […]

African Methodist Episcopal Church: America’s First Black Denomination Celebrates Legacy During Black History Month

February 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As Black History Month is observed nationwide, the story of the African Methodist Episcopal Church highlights the power of faith, resilience, and leadership in African American history. The AME Church is celebrated as the […]

Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma Awarded $1 Million Preservation Grant

February 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Selma — one of Alabama’s most sacred civil rights landmarks — has been awarded a $1 million preservation grant to protect and sustain its historic […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

February 18, 2026 Portia Orr 0

The Planning Commission of the City of Huntsville, Alabama, shall meet on Tuesday February 24, 2026, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall Building located at 305 Fountain Circle for the purpose […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: ORDINANCE NO. 26-87

February 17, 2026 Portia Orr 0

WHEREAS, the City of Huntsville, Alabama, is constructing a 3-acre arboretum in John Hunt Park that will expand educational and recreational opportunities in the City; and WHEREAS Joy McKee served our community and the City […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: ORDINANCE NO. 26-88

February 17, 2026 Portia Orr 0

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE City Council of the City of Huntsville, Alabama, that Section 18 of Ordinance No. 04-315 (Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual), as previously adopted, approved and amended, by Ordinances 08-776, 09-26, […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: ORDINANCE NO. 26-89

February 17, 2026 Portia Orr 0

WHEREAS, Limestone County (sometimes referred to as the “County”) desires to enter into anagreement, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “1” (the “Agreement”), with the City of Huntsville (sometimes referred to as […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: ORDINANCE NO. 26-90

February 17, 2026 Portia Orr 0

WHEREAS, Limestone County (sometimes referred to as the “County”) desires to enter into an agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “1” (the “Agreement”), with the City of Huntsville (sometimes referred to […]

2.18.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: RESOLUTION NO. 26-96

February 17, 2026 Portia Orr 0

WHEREAS, an application has been made by Raj Kumar, d/b/a AAAA Car Service, for a certification of public convenience and necessity for the operation of two (2) luxury vehicles in the City of Huntsville, and […]

City of Madison Moves Away from Lawsuit, Calls on Alabama Legislature to Address Online Tax Revenue

February 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The City of Madison has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit challenging Alabama’s online sales tax distribution system, known as the Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT), signaling a shift toward working with state lawmakers […]