Alabama Shipyard awarded Navy contract
Alabama Shipyard, based in Mobile, has been awarded a $21.2 million contract by the U.S. Navy. The contract is for the regular overhaul and dry docking of the USNS Robert E. Peary.. – U.S. Department of Defense
Dothan tourism boss called ‘leader in criminal activity’
Aaron McCreight, CEO of Visit Dothan, was a “leader in criminal activity” at his previous job at GO Cedar Rapids, federal prosecutors say. They want him to face a stiffer penalty for his role in what they say was criminal activity surrounding a three-day music festival in Iowa. – News 4
Birmingham sandwich institution is moving
Ousler Sandwiches, known for chicken salad and pimento cheese finger sandwiches, is moving to the Lane Parke development in Mountain Brook Village. The business began in the Five Points South area of Birmingham in 1915 as a wholesale sandwich shop. – Bham Now
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