Downtown Huntsville Inc. leader stepping down
Rob Buddo, president and CEO of Downtown Huntsville Inc., is stepping down effective May 23. Buddo is pursuing a new opportunity in Charlotte, North Carolina, his hometown. – AL.com
Andalusia planning $11 million renovation of historic building
Andalusia’s Timmerman Building, formerly the First National Bank Building, will undergo an $11 million renovation and become the Andalusian Boutique Hotel. The hotel on Court Square will have 58 rooms. – Bama Buzz
New Birmingham music venue headed toward June opening
Birmingham’s Coca-Cola Amphitheater is nearing completion, inviting media in for tours of the site before its June 22 opening. The venue, on the site of the former Carraway Hospital, will host the likes of comedian Matt Rife and music acts Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Dave Mathews Band and Thomas Rhett during its first season. – WBHM 90.3
