Florida telemedicine group establishing Birmingham headquarters
MomentMD, a telemedicine startup based in Florida, is establishing a headquarters in Birmingham after an investment from the Alabama Futures Fund. The AFF investment in MomentMD’s parent company is AFF’s 13th investment since being launched in late 2018. – Made in Alabama
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Aderholt wants update on status of proposed poultry plant
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, saying the people of Gadsden and Etowah County are clearly opposed to a proposed poultry rendering plant, wants an update from the Federal Aviation Administration on the status of the plant that would be built near Gadsden’s airport. The Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. would turn chicken parts into animal food. – AL.com
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UNA continues with record enrollment
The University of North Alabama had 5% growth in enrollment for fall 2021, the 11th straight term of record enrollment for the school. UNA also experienced a record six-year graduation rate. – University of North Alabama
Shipt adds beer, wine delivery in Alabama
The shopping service Shipt now offers same-day delivery of beer and wine to Alabama residents. The deliveries will come from Target initially, with additional retailers being added over time. — Shipt
