Famous Huntsvillians

The Huntsville Pilgrimage Associationz annually makes Maple Hill Cemetery come alive as residents dress up as famous and infamous characters from Huntsville's colorful past and tell their stories of life in our fair city

Betty Wilson continues to tell her side of the story of the 1992 murder of her husband to Old Huntsville's editor Tom Carney.

Betty Wilson tells her side of the story of the 1992 murder of her husband to Old Huntsville's editor Tom Carney.

In 1992, Dr. Jack Wilson, a prominent Huntsville doctor was found brutally murdered, apparently with a baseball bat that was found lying nearby.

On June 1, 1994, after spending two years behind bars, James White gave the following sworn statement about his involvement in the murder of Dr. Wilson. He later took the Fifth Amendment when questioned about it in court.

Local bookstore owner John Shaver answers some questions in our survey about his favorite things growing up.

Erin Dacy is one of the top TV anchors in the state of Alabama. In this article she answers some questions about her childhood.

Local food critic for the Huntsville Times, Mike Kaylor, answers our survey regarding some of his childhood favorites.

Huntsville-born Bo Bice shines in the "American Idol 4" competition on FOX-TV. The 29 year old, long-haired rocker stands out with his amazing talent and stage presence.

Stacie Willis, Mrs. Alabama 1999, becomes the new Mrs. America in surprise twist.

Tom Carney and his wife started Old Huntsville magazine as a joke on their neighbors. It has turned into a local icon and affected a lot of people in Huntsville.

Find out how Mike Kaylor got the best job in Huntsville--getting paid to eat at every restaurant in town!

Ben Patton paints pictures that tell a story. Growing up in Alabama in the '50 & '60's, Patton has captured the history of North Alabama on canvas.

Profile on WAAY-31 TV newswoman Erin Dacy including her early years and accomplishments in television reporting.

Mayor Loretta Spencer talks about how she got the top job in Huntsville and what it means to her. Take a look at Huntsville's No. 1 Cheerleader.

Tom Carney of Old Huntsville magazine has uncovered the FBI files on Wernher von Braun. Take a closer look at some of the things that were going on when von Braun lived and worked in Huntsville.

A local businesswoman runs a multi-million dollar business quietly in her Brownsboro office. But there's nothing quiet about her success.

Mitchell Brown is a talented New Hope native. Enjoy scenes from one of Mitchell Brown's recent Elvis Tribute concerts in Huntsville.

Official NASA bio of Astronaut Jan Davis, who grew up in Huntsville and graduated from Huntsville High School in 1971. Ms. Davis currently works for NASA in Huntsville.

A classical trumpeter who's traveled all over the world. At the young age of 23, Black had become the first woman trumpet player in the Philadelphia Orchestra's history.

A rock guitarist who played with the band Steppenwolf, Travis Tritt, Reba McEntire, Randy Travis, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, and Barbara Mandrell.

In 1987 Davis received the MSFC Director's Commendation qualifying as an astronaut and mission specialist. She spent 8 days in space on the 50th Space Shuttle mission.

Holloway played in the Canadian Football league for the Ottawa Rough Riders and the Toronto Argonauts. In 1990, he returned to UT as a graduate assistent coach.

Key played baseball with the Toronto Blue Jays and theYankees. Key is an All-Star Game participant and a member of The Sporting News' AL All-Star Team.

Besides having the Marshall Space Flight Center named in his honor, General Marshall won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953 and was known for "The Marshall Plans."

Mincher played for the Washington Senators/Minnesota Twins, California Angels, Seattle Pilots, and Washington Senators/Texas Rangers and twice an All-Star.

Stallworth played for the Pittsburg Steelers and was named twice the team's Most Valuable Player. In 1989 he was inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.

A contemporary Christian group who won Grammy Awards in both jazz and gospel in 1981. They were the first gospel group nominated for a "Best New Artist" Grammy.

German scientist who moved to Huntsville in the 1950's to work on the US space program.

William Paul McDonald was born August 29, 1984 was born in Auburn, Alabama to parents Susan and Dave McDonald.