The rodeo arena will host from 1,100 people to 1,400 people. The Phase One funding will be covered by state funds, and will cost roughly $1.3 million.

The former Madison County treasurer now faces six criminal charges in a case related to payments of property taxes and vehicle registration.

The Madison County Commission has entered into a professional services contract with Huntsville-based consultant Spencer Batcheller to conduct a comprehensive assessment and guide the planning, design, and development of future animal control operations for Madison County.

Madison County Commission Chair Mac McCutcheon will leave office in two months due to kidney disease that requires his full attention.

Amanda DeVos resigned as the Madison County Treasurer in July after being charged with theft and tampering with records in January.

He served six years as speaker and spent 16 years representing north Alabama in the State House before becoming commission chairman.