LIFESTYLES -- FEATURE SPOT
Petrosky retired as Lieutenant General after 37 years in Army
HUNTSVILLE – A native of Columbus, Ohio, Dan Petrosky received his draft notice in June 1966 and entered the U.S. Army to fulfill his duty. Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Hickam saw major combat in Vietnam, including Dak To, Mang Yang Pass
HUNTSVILLE – Huntsville native Homer Hickam joined the U.S. Army in January 1966 with a college option program that promised enrollment in Officer Candidate School. Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Bickel worked with Reactor Mechanical Group on USS Carl Vinson
MADISON – During most of her time in the military, Madison native Catherine Bickel worked on maintenance for the nuclear reactor on a ship. Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Keaton Barley: High School Wrestler-Holiday Working Youth
MADISON – The hard work by a high school athlete is something that will last a lifetime for most as the dedication can mold their ... Read more
3 years ago by Bob Labbe.
Teehan maintains propulsion, electrical systems on submarine
BANGOR, Wash. – A Huntsville native is serving as part of a crew working aboard one of the world’s most advanced ballistic missile submarines, the ... Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Eric Russell serves aboard USS Chung-Hoon from Pearl Harbor base
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric Russell is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer, USS Chung-Hoon. Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Winter Exercise- Be Prepared
MADISON- The frigid temperatures we endure during the winter months can cause our exercise routine to come almost to a freeze. Many of those who ... Read more
3 years ago by Bob Labbe.
Atlanta Braves’ Grant Dayton Receives Birthday Gift Of Color
WINTER HAVEN, FLA.- Grant Dayton has received an early Christmas gift. The current relief pitcher for the Atlanta Braves and former star player for the ... Read more
3 years ago by Bob Labbe.
Youth Basketball Slam Dunked For The Season
MADISON- Youth basketball in Madison has fouled out. The Madison Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Mayor Paul Finley’s office has decided to cancel ... Read more
3 years ago by Bob Labbe.
Army vet Honea named clinical director at WeCare
HUNTSVILLE – After completing a recent tour of duty, Huntsville native Chris Honea was returned home to accept the position of Director of Clinical Operations ... Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Glaster served in Vietnam with Hawk missile unit
MADISON – Birmingham native William Glaster received his draft notice as a senior at Brighton High School. After graduating in 1972, he entered the Army ... Read more
3 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Volunteer crews honor veterans at rest in Madison cemeteries
MADISON – Following both tradition and a contemporary respect, members of American Legion, Post 229 and Auxiliary Unit 229, along with scores of Madison residents, ... Read more
4 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Mustangs’ “Champion”- Crowd Favorite With Big Dreams
MADISON- With a strut like no other and a strong mane and tail flowing in the wind, “Champion,” the official horse mascot of the Madison ... Read more
4 years ago by Bob Labbe.
Autry readies jets in catapults aboard USS Harry S. Truman
NORFOLK, Va.- Huntsville native Michael B. Autry recently returned home after a seven-month deployment aboard USS Harry S. Truman. Read more
4 years ago by Gregg Parker.
Sports Prepare Women For Life, Business And Beyond.
MADISON- Traditional sports programs were virtually geared towards male participation, but over the last 40 years female athletics has grown at an unbelievable rate. The ... Read more
