2007 Mercedes-Benz Cotton Row Run Huntsville, ALSubmitted by: Kimberly Grant, Huntsville Realtor The 28th annual Mercedes-Benz Cotton Row Run was held near Big Springs Park.  There was a 10K (6.2 miles) run that started at 7 am this morning.  There was a 5K (3.1 miles) that begain at 10 am and a 1 mile Fun Run aiming to attract children 10 and under and their adult companions that went through historic downtown.  Security, traffic control, and medical support provided for the safety of all the participants.  The Cotton Row Run is conducted by the Huntsville Track Club and for the past 27 years has drawn runners from all over the country.  Lodging was provided by Holiday Inn Downtown Huntsville and there were numerous local companies sponsoring the event.  Papa John's provided free pizza... 05/28/2007

Huntsville and Madison County Real Estate UpdateBy: Kimberly Grant, Huntsville Realtor  Here is an update of the current homes for sale on the market in Huntsville and the surrounding areas.  There are currently 2,405 homes on the market in the Madison County Area.  These numbers represent residential single family houses, condos, townhouses, manufactured, and mobile homes on the market as of May 27, 2007.  Different areas of the county experience varying statistics such as average days on the market and average selling prices.   Below these numbers are divided into areas.  The first area is Huntsville City, the second area is Madison City and surrounding areas, and the third area is the remainder of Madison County.  Of course, these areas can be further divided to show even more detail... 05/27/2007

Know of anyone looking to move to Huntsville? This video could be a useful tool...City of Huntsville Video  05/25/2007

On May 28, 2007, there will be a Memorial Day Service at Maple Hill Cemetary.  The event begins at 10:30 am and no admission will be charged.  The program includes a Color Guard, Veterans firing squad, band & bugler as part of the ceremony. In honor and remembrance of our fallen members of the armed forces, American flags will be placed at every military gravesite in the cemetery.  Patriotic music will be performed before the program begins and local organizations have been invited to bring wreathes & their organizational colors for the ceremony.  The decorating has already begun for the event and should be a moving tribute to those that have given their lives for others.202 Maple Hill St SE Huntsville, AL 35801MapQuest Directions:1:Travel on I-565 E toward HUNTSVILLE.10.1 milesMap2:Tak... 05/25/2007

Mayor Loretta Spencer announced at a press conference held May 9, that the City of Huntsville was granted a Aa1 credit rating by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. This is the highest rating the city can achieve. conservative budgeting and sound fiscal management were cited by Moody's as the basis for this upgrade. Only a few mid-sized cities have achieved an Aa1 rating. "The benefit to Huntsville is that the interest rate on city debt is lower, so more tax revenue can be used for public services. In addition this outside evaluation can give Huntsville residents and business a high degree of confidence in the financial management of the city which helps insure stability in the services the city provides." - Denise Taylor, Director of Public Communications. 05/24/2007

Check it out and if you have any tips/ideas for improving the blog please let me know...after all I'm just getting started in this whole thing. Thanks in advance!!Huntsville/Madison Real Estate Blog  05/24/2007

Virtual Tours can be a great way to reach buyers across the country. In Huntsville, AL we are experiencing an influx of relocating buyers due to BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure) so connecting with buyers in other states is a must. A good virtual tour can answer alot of questions the buyer may have and could possibly get you a sale....we sold a house to a couple in Phoenix, AZ who fell in love with the house while watching the Virtual Tour! Here is a nice article about Virtual Tours I found on Yahoo. Sell your Home with a Virtual Open House 05/24/2007

As you may or may not know, Verizon Wireless broke ground on their new call center in Huntsville's very own Thornton Research Park in February.  This is the new research park with spaces priced around $50,000 per acre.  It is adjacent to I-565 in Huntsville.  It is located close to Cummings Resarch Park, the 2nd largest research park in the nation.  Verizon Wireless will join other major tenants such as Cinram, Huntsville Hospital, and DirecTV.  Located convenient to Huntsville International Airport, I-565, and Redstone Arsenal, it is expected to be a very successful venture due to the already profitable location.     Construction is set to be completed in September, but in the meantime hiring has started for the facility that is expected to have 1,300 employees when it is fully staffed... 05/23/2007

 The Sidewalk Arts Stroll is back! The popular Thursday evening visual- and performing-arts bazaar that invaded the Courthouse Square three times last summer will be back up for five strolls throughout this summer.An addition to this year's strolls, though, is a featured artist and performer for each evening throughout the summer.Check out the website for a schedule and hope to see you there! 05/22/2007

Huntsville developer Scott McClain has announced his plans for the former site of the Market Square shopping center, originally the Heart of Huntsville mall. The $150 million project will be called Constellation, after Huntsville's space heritage, and will feature two 160-room hotels, 60,000 square feet of office space, several restaurants, a high-rise apartment or condominium complex and a multi deck parking garage surrounded by 40,000 square feet of retail space. Construction could begin in the fall, with completion in about two or three years. Click on the link for more information and we will try to update with a picture in the future.Click here to read the article from the Huntsville Times 05/18/2007

If you live in Huntsville you have probably seen the massive construction site running along Research Park Blvd. and Old Madison Pike....if you have not then we are here to fill you in. Bridge Street Town Centre is a $200 million, multi-use project that will bring an all new experience to Huntsville. Check out the website for more pictures, news, and store information.www.bridgestreettowncentre.com 05/18/2007

Latest research shows that America's #1 cause of disability is Arthritis.  This Saturday May 19th there will be a Huntsville Arthritis Walk.  Check in starts at 8:00 am and the walk begins at 9:00am.  It will be held at the University Fitness Center on the UAH campus.  There will be two routes: a one mile and a three mile.  There will also be team photos, refreshments, a health and wellness fair, and various activities for the kids.  They are even having a "Prance Your Pooch" competition  for the pet lovers!  I'm looking forward to the Best Dressed and the Owner Look Alike categories!It will be great to be out in the midst of all the fun and activities and for a great cause as well.     05/16/2007