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Huntsville’s Big Bet on Expansion | Birmingham News
Huntsville just hosted a record-breaking Space and Missile Defense Symposium drawing over 11,000 attendees—so packed they turned away vendors. City leaders are now pushing for a $200 million expansion of the Von Braun Center to keep up with demand, as every hallway was filled and hotels across North Alabama were booked solid. Councilwoman Michelle Watkins backs the TIF funding, arguing that without more space, Huntsville risks losing major conferences and the economic boost they bring. With defense contractors showcasing top-tier tech and the city eager to stay competitive, this expansion…
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