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Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet

The partnership is turning two aerospace development rivals into teammates in the game to land work around the $185 billion Golden Dome initiative.

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Colorado Springs and Huntsville are putting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="their feud over" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/20/trump-colorado-springs-space-command-amicus-brief" data-vars-content-id="0c606f75-b416-4b9f-b49f-38ce56e676b5" data-vars-headline="Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/20/trump-colorado-springs-space-command-amicus-brief" target="_self">their feud over</a> U.S. Space Command behind them to focus on the next big aerospace imperative: Golden Dome. Why it matters: The partnership is turning two aerospace development rivals into teammates in the game to land work around the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$185 billion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/22/trump-guetlein-golden-dome-interceptors" data-vars-content-id="0c606f75-b416-4b9f-b49f-38ce56e676b5" data-vars-headline="Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/22/trump-guetlein-golden-dome-interceptors" target="_self">$185 billion</a> Golden Dome initiative.

Alabama submits bid to build Space Academy in Huntsville

Landing the academy would be another generational opportunity for the Rocket City, further cementing its status as an aerospace hub.

With U.S. Space Command&#x27;s relocation <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in full swing" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/12/10/space-command-huntsville-alabama-redstone-arsenal" data-vars-content-id="d561c643-d48f-43e0-aeab-c58946e70336" data-vars-headline="Alabama submits bid to build Space Academy in Huntsville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/12/10/space-command-huntsville-alabama-redstone-arsenal" target="_self">in full swing</a>, Alabama and Huntsville are setting their sights on the next big get: U.S. Space Academy.Why it matters: Landing the academy would be another generational opportunity for the Rocket City, further cementing its status as an aerospace hub and one of the country&#x27;s most important centers for space research and leadership.

Huntsville named a Secret Sauce Community with the right mix for growth

The Rocket City is earning another economic development accolade, but this time it's for what makes it different.

Huntsville has the secret sauce. Why it matters: The Rocket City is earning another economic development accolade, but this time it&#x27;s for what sets it apart: defying assumptions about what a growing American city looks like.

Advanced Navigation launches major Huntsville expansion

The Australia-based company manufactures navigational systems for when GPS isn't available.

Advanced Navigation America is launching an expansion that could more than triple its Huntsville workforce.Why it matters: The expansion adds to Huntsville&#x27;s growing advanced manufacturing field, fueled by a deep talent pool and proximity to aerospace and defense customers.

Sneed talks reform, representation at town hall

Sneed, a Democrat, is running against incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Dale Strong to represent North Alabama's 5th District.

Election

Andrew Sneed wants to restore people&#x27;s trust in their representatives. Why it matters: Sneed, a Democrat, is running against incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Dale Strong to represent North Alabama&#x27;s 5th District, and that race is entering the home stretch.

Huntsville approves budget after marathon council meeting

The budget, approved during the roughly six-hour meeting, takes effect Oct. 1 and provides a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees.

Business

The Huntsville City Council approved its 2027 budget last week at a long, contentious meeting. The big picture: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$360-million budget " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/09/24/huntsville-360m-budget-city-council-tommy-battle" data-vars-content-id="131e2e24-c078-4df6-ba56-4c2845f9c5ea" data-vars-headline="Huntsville approves budget after marathon council meeting" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/09/24/huntsville-360m-budget-city-council-tommy-battle" target="_self">$360-million budget </a>takes effect Oct. 1 and provides a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees. The council also approved changes to the city&#x27;s organizational chart and pay scales for police officers and firefighters.

Airport launches West Aviation expansion

HSV is hoping to capitalize on its momentum to provide prime, build-ready sites with access to one of the longest runways in the country.

Huntsville International Airport has broken ground on its West Aviation development along County Line Road. Why it matters: Leveraging its thousands of available acres, HSV is hoping to capitalize on its momentum to provide prime, build-ready sites with access to one of the longest runways in the country.

Vote set for Huntsville's $360.6M budget

Huntsville's general fund budget is set to increase by about 4%, from the current $346.5 million to $360.6 million.

Local Brief

Huntsville&#x27;s $360.6 million budget is up for a vote Thursday night.By the numbers: The budget, which primarily covers operations and not major capital expenditures like road construction, is set to increase by about 4%, from the current $346.5 million to $360.6 million.

Fall gives Huntsville a break from the heat

Temperatures are forecast to drop over the next week or so, falling back in line with normal conditions for the start of autumn.

Climate

Tuesday marked the first day of fall, and the temperatures are finally starting to follow suit. Why it matters: Temperatures are forecast to drop over the next week or so, falling back in line with normal conditions for the start of autumn after weeks of abnormally high temperatures.

Robinson and Peinder make their final cases to District 3 voters

Voters head to the polls Tuesday, Sept. 22, in South Huntsville.

South Huntsville will vote Tuesday on its City Council seat in a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="runoff" data-vars-click-url="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/city-council-certifies-aug-25-municipal-election-results-declares-runoff-in-district-3-city-council-race/" data-vars-content-id="28b2f31d-55a6-44e6-8480-c10343c6ff95" data-vars-headline="Robinson and Peinder make their final cases to District 3 voters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/city-council-certifies-aug-25-municipal-election-results-declares-runoff-in-district-3-city-council-race/" target="_blank">runoff</a> between incumbent Jennie Robinson and challenger Liliana Peinder. The big picture: District 3 saw the highest turnout among the three districts voting in the August municipal elections, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="split between three candidates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/city-council-certifies-aug-25-municipal-election-results-declares-runoff-in-district-3-city-council-race/" data-vars-content-id="28b2f31d-55a6-44e6-8480-c10343c6ff95" data-vars-headline="Robinson and Peinder make their final cases to District 3 voters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/city-council-certifies-aug-25-municipal-election-results-declares-runoff-in-district-3-city-council-race/" target="_blank">split between three candidates</a>: Robinson (47.91%), Peinder (30.66%) and John Stuart (21.43%). <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Robinson&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.jennieforcouncil.com/" data-vars-content-id="28b2f31d-55a6-44e6-8480-c10343c6ff95" data-vars-headline="Robinson and Peinder make their final cases to District 3 voters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.jennieforcouncil.com/" target="_blank">Robinson&#x27;s</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Peinder&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lilianaforhuntsville.com/" data-vars-content-id="28b2f31d-55a6-44e6-8480-c10343c6ff95" data-vars-headline="Robinson and Peinder make their final cases to District 3 voters" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lilianaforhuntsville.com/" target="_blank">Peinder&#x27;s</a> campaigns are now in high gear as the race heads into the final days.</li></ul>

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Sneed talks reform, representation at town hall

Isaias expected to strengthen to near Category 3 strength

Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet

Advanced Navigation launches major Huntsville expansion

Alabama submits bid to build Space Academy in Huntsville