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Oliver Buchannon
Forrest Webber

Alabama-born and raised. I went to Tulane University for baseball, tore my UCL, grey-shirted, and never played. I graduated, worked at JPMorgan, and then worked as an electrician apprentice. Now I’m building brands, and a digital marketing specialist who plays piano and golf. I'm newly engaged, and I have a male German shorthaired pointer named Cash. I am the owner of: Bear Brothers Cleaning (bearbroscleaning.com), The Trade Table (thetradetable.com), Homely Media (homelyhuntsville.com), (homelybirmingham.com), Tradesmen Agency (tradesmenagency.com). I do digital marketing for: TriHaz Solutions (trihazsolutions.com), Plastic Fusion (plasticfusion.com). You can contact me at [email protected].

🏠 Orion Ranked Top 10 Worldwide + Huntsville Hospital Data Breach

Jun 29, 2026

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🏠 Orion Ranked Top 10 Worldwide + Huntsville Hospital Data Breach

Huntsville's Orion Amphitheater is now one of the world's top-performing concert venues, marking another milestone for the city's entertainment scene. Meanwhile, Huntsville Hospital is notifying patients affected by a third-party data breach and offering free identity protection. Plus a new business opening, this week's events, and more happening around Rocket City!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 3 Huntsville Closures + Nationally Ranked Chocolate

Jun 26, 2026

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🏠 3 Huntsville Closures + Nationally Ranked Chocolate

Three Huntsville businesses are entering major transitions, including a final Office Depot shutdown and a popular local venue preparing to leave its longtime space. Meanwhile, one Huntsville chocolate shop continues its national winning streak. Plus Front Row welcomes its first residents, new restaurant news, and local events around the city!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 MONOPOLY Huntsville Edition + Local Pizza Favorite Closes

Jun 22, 2026

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🏠 MONOPOLY Huntsville Edition + Local Pizza Favorite Closes

Huntsville is officially getting its own MONOPOLY edition, and locals can help decide which landmarks, businesses, and city favorites make the board. Meanwhile, a homegrown pizza spot is closing its doors downtown. Plus a new sports complex moves forward, and what’s happening around the city this week!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 New $18M Recreation Center Opens + New Entertainment Venue Coming Soon

Jun 19, 2026

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🏠 New $18M Recreation Center Opens + New Entertainment Venue Coming Soon

Huntsville has officially opened a new $18 million recreation center at John Hunt Park with courts, fitness space, and community amenities. Meanwhile, a new entertainment venue is getting ready to debut in Rocket City. Plus local business updates, summer events, and more around the city!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 New Nonstop Flights + Boeing Launches Paid Training Program

Jun 15, 2026

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🏠 New Nonstop Flights + Boeing Launches Paid Training Program

Huntsville travelers now have a new nonstop route to South Florida, while a new paid training program is creating a pathway into Boeing careers. Plus local investments, city updates, and what’s happening around the city!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Huntsville Airport Adds 3 New Restaurants + New Downtown Store Opens

Jun 12, 2026

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🏠 Huntsville Airport Adds 3 New Restaurants + New Downtown Store Opens

Huntsville travelers now have more dining options with three new airport restaurants. Meanwhile, a new home décor shop has officially opened downtown. Plus, healthcare updates, business openings, and local events this weekend!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Free Pet Prep Event + New Huntsville Openings

Jun 8, 2026

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🏠 Free Pet Prep Event + New Huntsville Openings

A free community event is helping Huntsville pet owners prepare for fireworks season with microchips, vaccines, and supplies. Meanwhile, new openings are bringing fresh creative spaces and dining options to the area. Plus local updates and events this week!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Jeni’s Ice Cream Coming Downtown + 100 Years of Babies

Jun 5, 2026

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🏠 Jeni’s Ice Cream Coming Downtown + 100 Years of Babies

Downtown Huntsville is welcoming its first Jeni’s location outside the Birmingham metro. Meanwhile, celebrate 100 years of babies and families with a night of music, food, and a special drone show. Plus new restaurants, summer events, and local updates.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 60+ Huntsville Streets Getting Upgrades + Orion Expansion Approved

Jun 1, 2026

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🏠 60+ Huntsville Streets Getting Upgrades + Orion Expansion Approved

Huntsville is moving ahead with millions in road and sidewalk improvements across dozens of neighborhoods. Meanwhile, a major parking expansion is coming near The Orion. Plus a possible library rebuild, summer openings, and local updates.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Nordstrom Rack Is Coming to Huntsville + Free Veteran Home Repairs

May 29, 2026

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🏠 Nordstrom Rack Is Coming to Huntsville + Free Veteran Home Repairs

Free home repairs are now available for eligible veterans across three North Alabama counties through a new local program. Meanwhile, Nordstrom Rack is officially coming to Huntsville. Plus new restaurants, coffee spots, creative businesses, and local events around the city this weekend.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Summer Curfew Returns + Huntsville Students Train for $40/Hour Careers

May 25, 2026

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🏠 Summer Curfew Returns + Huntsville Students Train for $40/Hour Careers

Late-night restrictions are returning to Huntsville Housing Authority communities for the summer season. Meanwhile, local students are training for high-paying skilled trade careers through a major Toyota-backed workforce initiative. Plus wildlife updates, local business news, and Memorial Day events.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 $375M Downtown Huntsville Project Begins Leasing + 172 New Townhomes

May 22, 2026

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🏠 $375M Downtown Huntsville Project Begins Leasing + 172 New Townhomes

Downtown Huntsville’s massive Front Row development is officially opening leasing as move-ins are soon. Meanwhile, a new 172-unit townhome community is rising in North Huntsville as housing demand continues climbing across the region. Plus free summer concerts, new local businesses, and events around the city.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Huntsville Enters Top 100 U.S. Cities + $1B School Upgrades

May 18, 2026

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🏠 Huntsville Enters Top 100 U.S. Cities + $1B School Upgrades

Huntsville has officially become one of the 100 largest cities in America as growth across Rocket City continues accelerating. Meanwhile, a new middle school campus is moving forward as part of a billion-dollar school modernization effort. Plus downtown expansion plans, new fitness openings, and local events around the city.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Huntsville’s $62M Sports Tourism Boom + Restaurant Closing

May 15, 2026

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🏠 Huntsville’s $62M Sports Tourism Boom + Restaurant Closing

A longtime Huntsville restaurant has closed its final location while new restaurants, shops, and businesses continue expanding across the area. Meanwhile, Huntsville’s sports tourism industry generated more than $62 million last year. Plus free concerts, public art, and local events around the city.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 F-14 Tomcats Could Be Headed to Huntsville + New Music Trail Launches

May 11, 2026

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🏠 F-14 Tomcats Could Be Headed to Huntsville + New Music Trail Launches

Three legendary F-14 Tomcats could soon make their way to Rocket City as a new federal bill gains attention. Meanwhile, a new music trail is connecting iconic stops across North Alabama. Plus virtual academy expansion, major roadwork updates, and local events across the city.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Massive 1,100-Home Development Expansion + New Steakhouse Coming Soon

May 8, 2026

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🏠 Massive 1,100-Home Development Expansion + New Steakhouse Coming Soon

A massive 1,100-home community continues expanding near Huntsville as growth across the area shows no signs of slowing down. Meanwhile, a popular steakhouse chain is getting ready to open in Madison. Plus Huntsville Hospital launches an “ICU on wheels,” new local shops arrive, and what’s happening around the city this week.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 $1B Contracts + Huntsville Airport Upgrade

May 4, 2026

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🏠 $1B Contracts + Huntsville Airport Upgrade

A new Italian restaurant is taking over the former Bravo spot at Bridge Street. Meanwhile, Madison County continues to see strong job growth with one of the lowest unemployment rates in Alabama. Plus, a new school is on the way, local students win big, and what’s happening around Huntsville this week!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 PorchFest FivePoints 2026 + 2 Businesses Closing

May 1, 2026

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🏠 PorchFest FivePoints 2026 + 2 Businesses Closing

Two Huntsville businesses, including a longtime restaurant at Bridge Street, are closing their doors. Meanwhile, PorchFest returns to Five Points with live music, local vibes, and a full day of community fun. Plus new exciting openings and local updates!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Passenger Rail Could Return to Huntsville + New Asian Coffee Spot Opens

Apr 27, 2026

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🏠 Passenger Rail Could Return to Huntsville + New Asian Coffee Spot Opens

Huntsville is exploring the return of passenger rail with a new feasibility study. Meanwhile, a new Asian-inspired coffee shop is bringing bold flavors and unique drinks to the city. Plus hospital updates, affordable housing plans, and local events.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Panoply Weekend + 5,000 Subscribers!

Apr 24, 2026

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🏠 Panoply Weekend + 5,000 Subscribers!

We hit 5,000 Huntsville Subscribers!!! Home prices are rising across Huntsville as demand and sales continue to climb. Meanwhile, a new AI-focused research institute is launching alongside a major cyber facility. Plus new business openings, events, and local updates.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Tuition Increasing + 10-Year Restaurant Closing

Apr 20, 2026

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🏠 Tuition Increasing + 10-Year Restaurant Closing

Tuition is rising across Alabama’s university system, impacting students at UAH and beyond. Meanwhile, a longtime local restaurant is closing after 10 years. Plus a new indoor action park, job opportunities, and local updates.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 6th Annual Crawfish Festival + Lewter District Opens

Apr 17, 2026

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🏠 6th Annual Crawfish Festival + Lewter District Opens

A Huntsville research facility is shutting down as part of a national restructuring. Meanwhile, a historic site is being transformed into a new mixed-use district. Plus new gyms, business openings, and local updates.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠 Free Mini Golf in Downtown + New Parking App

Apr 13, 2026

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🏠 Free Mini Golf in Downtown + New Parking App

Free 18-hole mini golf is popping up in Downtown Huntsville for a limited time. Meanwhile, a new parking app will help drivers find open spots faster. Plus police hiring updates, a new playground, and local events.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠Pup Palooza + $532M Huntsville Building Boom

Apr 10, 2026

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🏠Pup Palooza + $532M Huntsville Building Boom

Pup Palooza returns to bring a full day of dogs, live music, and family fun to Huntsville. Meanwhile, a $532M surge in new construction is driving major growth across the area. Plus new restaurants, business updates, and local events!

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
🏠10,000 LBs of Wings + Huntsville Concert Announced

Apr 6, 2026

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🏠10,000 LBs of Wings + Huntsville Concert Announced

A massive wing festival returns to Huntsville with food, music, and thousands of pounds of chicken. Meanwhile, Billy Strings is set for a two-night show at the Orion. Plus new businesses, events, and updates across the city.

Forrest Webber
Forrest Webber
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