Alabama A&M makes $52 million offer for BSC
Alabama A&M University has made a $52 million offer to purchase Birmingham-Southern College, which closes May 31. The BSC property would be operated as a standalone campus for A&M, which has a main campus in Huntsville The school says its intention would be to retain the school’s credentialed faculty and staff. BSC officials say they have no definitive agreements for the school’s purchase. – Birmingham Times
Daniel Communities will co-develop Tennessee riverbank community
Birmingham-based Daniel Communities has been selected as co-developer and club operator for a 600-acre community along the West Harpeth River in Franklin, Tennessee. The community, Wyelea, will include 200 acres placed into conservation with the Land Trust for Tennessee. – Daniel Communities
Ingram Equipment expands in Pelham, Dothan
Coming on the heels of a new location in Pelham, Birmingham-based Ingram Equipment Company is opening a new location in Dothan. It’s the sixth location for the provider of environmental, waste management and commercial equipment. – Ingram Equipment Company
Tex-Mex restaurant coming to Mountain Brook
Frida’s Cocina & Cantina, a Tex-Mex restaurant inspired by painter Frida Kahlo, will open in Mountain Brook’s English Village May 13. The restaurant, in the former Civitas location, will be open seven days a week. – Bham Now