After more than 50 years of calling bids across Alabama and the Southeast, J.M. Wood Auction Co. is entering a new chapter — and bringing its legacy along for the ride. The family-run Montgomery-based auction house has been acquired by global industry leader Ritchie Bros., in a move that companies say aligns with their shared […]

University Beach, the mixed-use resort and entertainment destination planned for Northport, has announced that Marriott’s Autograph Collection will serve as the brand for its proposed luxury hotel. The hotel, which will feature 144 rooms and suites, is slated to become the first luxury property in the Tuscaloosa area market. It is planned as the centerpiece […]

Thinking about selling your home in Alabama? You might want to give summer a closer look. While spring usually gets all the attention in the real estate world, summer has its own unique perks—especially here in Alabama, where welcoming neighborhoods, top-notch schools, and a love for outdoor living make this season a sweet spot for […]

Alabama U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) are asking the Trump administration to end a controversial Biden-era rule requiring Project Labor Agreements for large-scale federal construction projects. In a letter addressed to President Trump, led by Britt, the two lawmakers were joined nineteen of their fellow GOP Senators in formally requesting the […]

In what it calls a historic investment in emergency services, Huntsville Hospital Health System is planning to build free-standing emergency departments in North Huntsville and the Hampton Cove area. A project underway in Madison will increase the emergency department by six beds, increasing capacity by 25%, the system said in a news release. RELATED: Huntsville […]

The City of Mountain Brook has joined the City of Tuscaloosa in a lawsuit challenging Alabama’s current method of distributing revenue from the state’s Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT). Tuscaloosa approved filing the lawsuit at its July 2 meeting, and the Mountain Brook City Council voted unanimously to join during its meeting on July 15. […]

The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and its political arm, ProgressPAC, made an endorsement in what is shaping up to be the most competitive statewide race of the 2026 cycle. On Monday, BCA announced its endorsement of former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell in his campaign for Attorney General of Alabama. According to BCA, […]

Birmingham’s Powell Steam Plant, built in the 1800s, will now be repurposed to power individuals often overlooked in society by providing them with entertainment experiences designed for their individual needs. KultureCity plans to preserve the site’s history while also creating a new vision to enrich the lives of this deserving population. KultureCity, a Birmingham-born nonprofit […]

When Louis Griffin was injured in a car accident, his career working electrical ended abruptly.   “I worked at Mercedes-Benz in Tuscaloosa,” Griffin said. “I went through school there, learned electronics and electrical, and on my way home, I had a car wreck and that ended my career. When I had my accident, I crushed […]

The Kiwanis Club of Birmingham has announced the distinguished business leaders who will be honored as the 2025 class of the Birmingham Business Hall of Fame. For nearly three decades, the Hall of Fame has recognized individuals who exemplify exceptional leadership and have made extraordinary contributions to the Greater Birmingham community. Since its inception, 156 […]

The Southeast’s growing tech ecosystem took center stage with the debut of the Sloss.Tech Ideas Pitch Competition in June 2025, a high-stakes showcase designed to give early-stage startups a meaningful platform to launch and scale. The competition, a joint effort by TechBirmingham, the Regions Foundation, and Sloss.Tech, filled a gap long noted by organizers. “We […]

Alabama moved up one spot in CNBC’s annual “Top States for Business” rankings, coming in this year at No. 19 overall in the 2025 report released on Thursday. The state’s latest gain comes after last year’s performance in which Alabama was ranked as “most improved” in the nation. RELATED: CNBC: ‘Alabama is America’s most improved […]

Farmers who lost certain crop, tree, and vine production due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can soon apply for assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). Pre-filled applications entered the mail stream on July 9. Farmers may submit the “FSA-526, Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage One Application” at county Farm Service Agency (FSA) […]

Butting, a global stainless steel pipe manufacturer, announced plans today to establish its North American headquarters and first United States production facility in Baldwin County as part of a $61 million growth project. The company’s plans will unfold in two strategic phases, triggering the creation of up to 100 high-quality jobs with wages significantly above […]

Preston Roberts’ passion for agriculture and political prowess has been an asset to the Alabama Farmers Federation for the past 11 years. He’ll continue providing steady leadership and serving farmers as the External Affairs Department assistant director, effective July 7. Roberts’ ability to build relationships with legislators, stakeholders, and farmers is invaluable, said Federation External […]

The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market in Foley has once again drawn national recognition, this time being named one of the Top 10 Best Farmers Markets in the U.S. in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The year-round market, located at 781 Farmers Market Lane in Foley, has previously been honored as a USA Today […]

Last week, the Mobile Airport Authority (MAA) shared an update on the opening of the new terminal at Mobile International Airport (BFM). The facility is expected to open in fall 2026, with the first flight anticipated by November. The revised timeline allows the project team to maintain the airport’s critical $381 million budget while continuing […]

Raytheon recently received a $77.2 million contract for GPS production and sustainment for the Air Force, the Department of Defense announced. According to a news release, Raytheon was awarded a $77,204,209 requirements contract for Miniaturized Airborne Global Positioning System Receiver (MAGR) production and sustainment. RELATED: Raytheon awarded $1B contract by Missile Defense Agency The contract […]

Southeast small business owners, homeowners, and renters: hurricane season is in full swing, and will run through the end of November. At the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), we don’t ask if a storm’s coming; we ask when. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting a busy Atlantic season — with 19 named storms and up […]

Montgomery Whitewater is adding a new way for guests to experience the power and excitement of its course with the launch of whitewater tubing, kicking off July 4 as part of its “Red, White, and Tube” celebration. The high-adventure activity combines the laid-back appeal of a single-person float with the movement and challenge of whitewater […]

When Airbus chose Mobile as the home for its first U.S.-based commercial aircraft assembly plant, it marked a transformative moment for the state’s aerospace industry. But behind the headlines and ribbon cuttings was another critical development: the establishment of the AIDT Aviation Training Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to build the skilled workforce Airbus needed to succeed in […]

Thinking about selling your home in Alabama? You might want to give summer a closer look. While spring usually gets all the attention in the real estate world, summer has its own unique perks—especially here in Alabama, where welcoming neighborhoods, top-notch schools, and a love for outdoor living make this season a sweet spot for […]

In recognition of National “Made in the USA” Day, Governor Kay Ivey today signed a formal proclamation celebrating Alabama’s manufacturing community and its critical role in driving economic growth across the state. “On this ‘Made in the USA’ Day, we proudly salute the hardworking Alabamians who make our state a true manufacturing powerhouse,” Governor Ivey […]

In an era where streaming and social media dominate, one small-town radio station is still turning the dial on tradition. WWIC Real Country 1050 AM in Scottsboro recently celebrated its 75th anniversary on June 13th, and for longtime operator Greg Bell, the station’s endurance is a testament to its unwavering focus on service, not just […]