Contour Fabrications and Mechanical (CFM), a provider of mechanical maintenance and reel refurbishment services, is launching a new operation in Cleburne County, marking a milestone in rural industrial growth in Alabama. The project represents a $7 million investment and is expected to create 20 to 30 jobs, providing a valuable economic boost to the region […]

Alabama’s top legislative leaders say the state’s economy is on the move — and they’re not slowing down. Speaking to business leaders at an Alabama Growth Alliance meeting in Fairhope, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger and Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter credited a slate of recent initiatives like Powering Growth, Working for […]

A team of healthcare real estate professionals has announced plans for South Haven Surgical Plaza, an 80,000-square-foot medical campus designed to support outpatient care in Hoover. The project is being developed by Loree J. Skelton in collaboration with Medistar Corporation and Medical Properties Trust, which is serving as capital advisor. Located in Stadium Trace Village […]

Southern Company recently announced the election of John M. Turner Jr., chairman, president and CEO of Alabama-based Regions Financial Corporation, to its board of directors, effective on the first day of September. “I’m pleased to welcome John to the Southern Company Board of Directors,” said Chris Womack, chairman, president, and CEO of Southern Company. “As we […]

In a close-knit community northwest of downtown Birmingham, a young Joe Hampton grew up watching his hardworking parents give freely to their Pratt City neighbors, even when they didn’t have much to spare.  “I come from humble beginnings,” Hampton said. “My father worked in the coal mines, and my mom worked at a local beauty […]

August 9 will be a milestone day for Irondale and the State of Alabama, as one of the state’s longest-operating restaurants aims to break a Guinness World Record. City and state officials, including Governor Kay Ivey and Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr., are commemorating the occasion with proclamations officially declaring August 9 as Golden […]

Prism Systems, a technology company with a global portfolio, is relocating its headquarters and lab operations to downtown Mobile. The company will move into 857 Dauphin Street, the former site of Crown Hall. According to the Mobile Chamber, the $6.4 million project will add 52 high-wage jobs. “Mobile has always been the foundation of our […]

Huntsville-based Radiance Technologies has appointed former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama and Marine Corps veteran, Jay Town, as the company’s new Chief Compliance Officer. Town first relocated to the Rocket City in 2005 as a prosecutor in the Madison County District Attorney’s Office. Before his time in Alabama, Town served as outside […]

UnitedHealthcare members will continue to have uninterrupted access to UAB Health System providers following an agreement in principle between the two organizations. The new health insurance contract, once finalized, will allow patients to receive care from all UAB and UAB-affiliated medical providers without disruption. Both parties have committed to a one-week period to finalize the […]

JPMorganChase on Monday announced support of Alabama’s small businesses through a $2 million commitment to help companies across the state succeed by improving capital access, assisting entrepreneurs in running their businesses more efficiently and offering technical assistance for local capital providers.   The Alabama Capital Access Collaborative will help small business owners, including Birmingham Business Resource Center (BBRC) […]

More than $337,000 in state grants are heading to 20 local airports across Alabama, thanks to the Alabama Department of Transportation’s latest round of funding under its Alabama Airport Improvement Funding Program. The program provides financial and technical support for public-use airports to undertake essential infrastructure projects. Funded improvements include runway rehabilitation, apron construction, hangar […]

Sloss Tech 2025 wrapped up its most successful year yet, drawing a record-setting 1,392 attendees to downtown Birmingham’s historic theatre district. The annual technology conference, presented by Innovate Alabama and organized by TechBirmingham, expanded to a three-day format this year and saw a 56% increase in attendance over 2024. The event featured 95 speakers, 50 […]

A new national report shows Alabama is making significant progress in expanding access to health care by drawing in more physicians from other states through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLCC). According to the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, the state has seen a 126 percent increase in the number of medical licenses issued through […]

Huge moves are being made by The Saban Center before it even makes its official opening in Tuscaloosa likely sometime next year. The Saban Center, a cutting-edge educational campus that integrates STEM and the arts, announced a major partnership with the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PCI) to enhance and promote STEM and arts education […]

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 […]

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have unveiled a definitive merger agreement to create America’s first transcontinental railroad.  The two freight rail giants will combine coast‑to‑coast operations into a unified 50,000‑mile network spanning 43 states. The new system will connect approximately 100 ports, access 10 international interchanges, and serve nearly every corner of North America. Combined, […]

Women in Alabama honored for their individual achievements and measurable impact to the businesses and communities they serve.

Let us return to those great sounds of yesteryear, when music played a major part of our lives. “We’re goin’ hoppin’ (hop),“We’re goin’ hoppin’ today.“Where things are poppin’ (pop),“The HudsonAlpha way.“We’re gonna drop in (drop),“On all the projects they have“At the HudsonAlpha Bandstand … (With apologies to Barry Manilow and “American Bandstand”) Dr. Neil Lamb, […]

OWA Parks & Resort has announced the opening of several businesses in Downtown OWA, accompanied by the appointment of a new team leader tasked with supporting business development at the entertainment district. New businesses recently opened in Downtown OWA include Aura Adventures, Neon Rebellion, Jon Smith Subs, and Bikini Blini Bakery. The additions contribute to […]

Spire Inc., Alabama’s largest natural gas provider, is growing again. This time, with a major move into Tennessee. The company announced Tuesday it will acquire the Tennessee operations of Piedmont Natural Gas from Duke Energy in a $2.48 billion deal. Spire already serves more than 1.7 million homes and businesses across Alabama, Missouri and Mississippi. […]

Governor Kay Ivey announced today that more than $25.9 million in Growing Alabama funding has been allocated to support economic development projects across 15 communities in Alabama, reinforcing the state’s commitment to long-term job creation and site readiness. The announcement comes after Governor Ivey addressed professionals of the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) at the group’s […]

Over the past three years, Alabama homebuyers have seen monthly mortgage payments climb by more than 50% in many metro areas, reflecting a national trend fueled by sharply rising interest rates and higher home prices. A new report from Construction Coverage analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Zillow to identify the cities most […]

With the addition of six new members, the Alabama Business Hall of Fame is continuing its recognition of excellence and leadership from industry leaders across the state. The Hall of Fame, established in 1973, bestows the honor of induction upon those who have brought ‘lasting fame’ to the state through success in business. RELATED: Alabama […]

Alabama’s aerospace industry reached new heights as Airbus announced the delivery of the 100th A220 aircraft produced at its U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, marking a major milestone for the site and for the state’s thriving aviation sector. The landmark aircraft, delivered to Breeze Airways, symbolizes the rapid growth and success of the A220 production […]