Huntsville has traditionally been defined by three things: Sam Houston State University, the Texas prison system and its identity as a relatively small East Texas community. Growth could eventually complicate that description. Huntsville's adopted comprehensive plan recorded a population of 45,941 in 2020 and projected approximately 59,431 residents by 2035 and 64,496 by 2040. The plan even noted that some participants believed the city could grow faster than those projection

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville's commercial landscape is continuing to expand in 2026, with several new restaurants, entertainment concepts and specialty businesses either preparing to open or moving through the development process. From drive-thru coffee and specialty cakes to indoor golf and a major new restaurant project, the latest additions reflect a city attracting businesses interested in serving both Huntsville's permanent population and the thousands of students asso

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Coffee lovers in Huntsville have another reason to celebrate as 7 Brew Coffee prepares to open its first location in the city, bringing its fast-growing drive-thru concept and dozens of customizable drinks to Walker County. The new Seven Brew Drive Through Coffee in Huntsville, Texas. By Christopher Todd Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 21, 2026 Updated 2:43 a.m. ET The new shop is under development at 1718A 11th Street, where construction plans