Religion
OBITUARIES 10/20 -10/26/2026
ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Mr. Collier Bush, Sr. July 12, 1946 — October 10, 2026 Funeral service for Mr. Collier Bush, Sr. was held at 12:30 P.M, Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Royal Chapel of […]
Religion
Religion
First Missionary Celebrates a Year of Faith, Leadership and Growth Under Dr. Carlos D. Williams
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — First Missionary Baptist Church’s first pastoral anniversary program honored the Rev. Dr. Carlos D. Williams and his family, recognizing a year of leadership through worship, tributes, and thanksgiving. The […]
Culture
Spooky Nights and Costumed Cats: Huntsville Botanical Garden Celebrates Fall
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville Botanical Garden is bringing two distinctive experiences to its October calendar: Spellbound, an evening attraction for adults, and Meow-o-ween, a seasonal outing for cats and their companions. Spellbound […]
Culture
Opinion | PBS is more popular than Trump in Alabama
A recent survey squashed the notion that Alabamians view PBS programming negatively. In fact, they like it more than they like Trump. By Josh Moon It’s dangerous to live inside a news bubble. You risk […]
Culture
More Courts, More Players: Huntsville Rises to No. 2 in Pickleball Growth
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — More courts, expanding player networks, and easier access to the game are helping Huntsville become one of the nation’s fastest-growing pickleball communities. Huntsville ranked second on the Dynamic Universal […]
Religion
Before the Crowd Arrives: Huntsville Helps Organizers Plan Safe, Successful Events
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — From church picnics and family reunions to concerts, races, and neighborhood festivals, planning a community gathering may begin with a special event permit—and Huntsville officials encourage organizers to start […]
Obituaries
IN LOVING MEMORY OBITUARIES SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS 10/ 14 – 10/ 20/2026
ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Mrs. Mary Fletcher Walton Feb 19, 1942 — Sep 28, 2026 Funeral service for Mrs. Mary Fletcher Walton was held at 10:00 A.M. on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Royal Chapel of […]
Culture
Drake State Celebrates Grand Opening of Blue Eagle Market, a Food pantry made possible through support from Alfred Street Baptist Church’s Tithe the Tithe initiative
PRESS RELEASE HUNTSVILLE, Ala. Drake State Community and Technical College celebrated the grand opening of the Blue Eagle Market, a new on-campus food pantry designed to provide students with access to food and essential resources. […]
Culture
Stoneridge Villas Readers Enjoy Speakin’ Out News
BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MADISON, Ala. — Residents of Stoneridge Villas enjoyed time together with copies of Speakin’ Out News in hand, as photographs captured seniors reading around tables set with bingo cards, refreshments, and […]
Religion
Union Hill Honors Pastor Johnathan D. Pickett’s First Anniversary
BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Union Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America is honoring Pastor Johnathan D. Pickett’s first pastoral anniversary with a program centered on faith, leadership, and service on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The […]