As time passes, almost everything changes. Local meteorologists are discovering that this is true in the world of local weather broadcasting, and sometimes, those changes bring pain.

The Alabama Technology Network (ATN) is excited to announce the Southeastern  Supply Chain Summit, "Staying Alive in 2025: Elevate Your Supply Chain," taking place on February 17-18 at The Mill Conference Center in Starkville, MS.

The Birmingham Biotechnology Hub, driven by Southern Research, has secured a $44 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to position Alabama as a global leader in biotechnology.  The grant will support projects advancing drug, vaccine, and diagnostic development using artificial intelligence-driven biotechnology. It will serve both healthcare innovation and […]

Montgomery has earned two prestigious Gold Level designations from the CSX Select Site program, a recognition that sets the city apart as the only location across CSX’s 25-state network to achieve dual gold certification. The CSX Select Site program evaluates industrial sites based on rigorous standards of readiness and operational efficiency. These Gold certifications propel Montgomery forward, […]

The Regions Tradition, a longstanding Birmingham-area PGA TOUR Champions event, announced that Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED will serve as the tournament’s presenting sponsor. Joining title sponsor Regions Bank, Coca-Cola UNITED will build on the tournament’s legacy of success. The new agreement, which extends through 2028, promises to enhance the tournament experience for spectators and expand charitable […]

Dave & Buster’s will open its first location in Mobile, Alabama, at 1757 E Interstate 65 Service Road on Monday, January 13, according to PR Newswire. As the newest location in Mobile, the new Dave & Buster’s will offer a premier entertainment and restaurant destination with more than 30,000 square feet of gaming, food, and entertainment space in an interactive […]

Sweet Grown Alabama, the state’s nonprofit agricultural branding program, has updated its membership dues to a flat fee of $100 annually for all farms, restaurants, grocery stores, markets and others. Dues were previously determined on a sliding scale based on farm or company annual income and ranged from $100 to $4,800. The change was made […]

Cullman Regional has announced the opening of its new freestanding emergency department in Hartselle. The facility, part of the hospital’s Hartselle campus, will open at 7 a.m. on Monday, January 13. It will offer 24/7 emergency care to residents of Morgan County and nearby communities. The new ER features 10 treatment rooms, including a dedicated […]

Broad Metro announced the acquisition of property for the Stadium Trace Village Phase II in Hoover, which will rapidly build on the success of the Phase I development, the company reported this week. At the center of the new development will be the South Haven Surgical Plaza, designed to enhance access to medical services in […]

The Business Council of Alabama has announced a new Vice President of Brand Strategy with the hiring of Bradshaw Tyson, whp has over a decade of experience in marketing and communications, BCA reports. An Alabama native the University of Alabama, Tyson is committed to fostering meaningful connections through branding and marketing across the state. “We […]

On Thursday morning, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on the future site of the McWane Economic Education Center in Birmingham. Despite the cold weather, scores of supporters and partners showed up to celebrate the major capital achievement it reflects.  Chip Reed, who has been at the center of the project for 17 years as the […]

Due to the anticipated winter weather, two City of Mobile events scheduled for later this week have been rescheduled or canceled. Originally, the lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree was scheduled for Thursday, January 9; however, it will now take place on Thursday, January 16. Mobile invites everyone to experience the fun, music, and magic […]

Breeze Airways will stop commercial airline service from the Mobile International Airport on Jan. 31, just one year after announcing its move to Mobile, the airline announced. Breeze Airlines offered low-cost, nonstop flights from Mobile to Orlando twice a week and one-stop flights to Providence, R.I. The airline was the only commercial air service flying […]

A glimmer of hope shot through bleak, in-the-red farm country late last year as Congress included $10 billion of economic aid for farmers in an end-of-year resolution. Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell said the relief package was a critical first step to help farmers stay in business until a new, improved farm bill is […]

If weather forecasts hold true, mid-January could bring prolonged, sub-freezing temperatures to Alabama. That could force heating units in homes and businesses to work longer and harder than normal, leading to some sticker shock when the power bill comes due. Alabama Power says it takes more electricity to heat a home than to cool it. Such […]

Governor Kay announced today that Alabama has been recognized by Business Facilities magazine with its prestigious “Deal of the Year” Impact Award in the Defense Manufacturing category for Austal USA’s transformative growth projects at its shipyard in Mobile.

YHN Media Group is pleased to report strong growth across its publications in the past year. The company’s flagship outlet, Yellowhammer News, is announcing new developments – including the rollout of a polished brand identity and website, partnerships with Alabama’s top media personalities, a magnitude of audience growth, and a statewide advertising impact that remains […]

With the goal to connect the state’s regional and local trails with economic and recreational opportunities from the mountains to the gulf, the Sweet Trails Alabama team has released its statewide comprehensive trails plan. It started with a Swing Around the Tour State just over a year ago, and after involving thousands of stakeholders and residents […]

Keela Seawright, global accounts director of Medical Place, Inc., has been named to the board of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation. An alumna of Auburn University, Seawright has more than 20 years of business experience, specializing in international client relationships and strategic partnerships in the business founded 41 years ago by her father, […]

President Trump recently announced Paul Atkins as his choice to lead the US Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC). The appointment of Atkins, which is pending confirmation by the U.S. Senate, is a significant development for businesses and consumers in Alabama. In announcing the pick, President Trump hailed his new SEC nominee as a “proven leader […]

The Board of Directors for Manufacture Alabama has announced a shift in leadership and elected its next chairperson. Karen Johnston, the regional director for government affairs at Toyota North America, will take over the position effective Wednesday.

X-Bow Systems, a Huntsville-founded producer of advanced solid rocket motors and defense technologies, has expanded its contract to provide large solid rocket motors to the Navy and the Army. his increase reinforces X-Bow as a new supplier of SRMs and strengthens the Defense Department supply chain in a critical period for the United States, the company […]

A Huntsville small business is part of a team on a $1.425 billion contract, the Department of Defense announced. KUOG is among several area businesses who received or are part of contracts awarded by the DoD. KUOG is part of a $1.425 billion multiple award, firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide logistical capabilities. The contract supports […]

Instructor Paula Carroll’s Medical Science II students from the DeKalb County Technology Center (DCTC) gave a presentation on employability skills recently at the HH DeKalb Regional Medical Center (HH DRMC).