Blue Origin receives $8.4 million building permit
Blue Origin has received a permit from the city of Huntsville for an $8.4 million project. This would be the aerospace company’s third major expansion in three years. Fite Construction, based in Decatur, is listed as the project’s builder. – AL.com
Leidos awarded $32 million defense contract
Virginia-based Leidos has received a $32 million defense contract for work that will primarily be performed at its Huntsville location. The contract is for development of defense radar systems. – Cision
Birmingham brewery will open Huntsville location
Birmingham-based Back Forty Beer Co. will open a location in Huntsville before the end of the year. The brewery is known for its Truck Stop Honey, Peanut Butter Porter and other brews. – News 19
Regions lights up iconic holiday tradition
Regions Bank has turned on its 30-story Christmas display on its Birmingham headquarters building, a tradition that dates back to the 1970s. The four sides of the building include illuminated Christmas trees, a wreath and stocking. – Bham Now
