Alabama beaches say more than $2B spent in lodging, retail in 2025
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism says about $2 billion was spent on lodging rentals and retail sales at Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan. A record $923 million was spent on lodging, according to the group. – Bama Buzz
Kathy Dunning, dean of the Grace Pilot School of Business at the University of Mobile, since 2019, will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year. The school has launched a national search for her successor. – University of Mobile
Trussville mayor, councilman tout ‘Tier 1’ grocery deal
Trussville Mayor Ben Short and City Councilman Brian Jackson released a video talking about a potential $25 million development bringing what they call a “Tier 1” national grocery store to the city. The development would be at Watterson Parkway and U.S. 11. – AL.com
Regions wins workplace award for 12th consecutive year
Birmingham-based Regions Bank has won the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for employee engagement for the 12th consecutive year. Organizations were ranked in areas such as customer satisfaction, productivity and employee retention. – Bham Now
