The University of Alabama is creating a School of Leadership and Policy. The new school, set to launch classes in fall 2027, will provide interdisciplinary classes that prepare students to become effective policymakers and public servants. – Bama Buzz
AI-powered title platform acquires Mobile company
Miami-based Propy, an AI-powered title and escrow platform, has acquired Mobile-based Delta South Title as part of a $100 million expansion plan. This marks Propy’s entrance into the Alabama real estate market. – PR Newswire
Joe Wheeler State Park getting new playground
A $450,000 playground will be built at Joe Wheeler State Park in Rogersville after contributions from the Daniel Foundation, Thompson Foundation and Alabama State Parks Foundation totaling $200,000. The park continues to raise funds for the playground. – News 19
Encompass opens Texas rehab hospital
Birmingham-based Encompass Health, the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the U.S., has opened the Rehabilitation Hospital of Amarillo in Texas. The 50-bed inpatient facility is affiliated with the BSA Health System. – Encompass Health