Homewood seeking public input on proposed Samford development
The city of Homewood is receiving public input on a proposed retail development off of Lakeshore Drive. Samford University is planning to build on property the university owns near Homewood High School. The development would include retail, business and residential elements. – CBS 42
Madison company awarded $98 million Air Force contract
Tyonek Technical Services, based in Madison, has been awarded a $98.1 million contract from the U.S. Air Force. The contract is for cyber operations formal training support. – News 19
Alabama Power to build battery storage system
Alabama Power will build Alabama’s first utility-scale battery energy storage system on the former Plant Gorgas site in Walker County. Construction will begin in 2025, with the seven-acre facility expected to be completed by 2027. – PR Newswire
Troy University closing Phenix City location
Troy University is closing its satellite location in Phenix City. Troy opened the campus in 1975 and cited a growing desire for online education as the reason it closed. – Bama Buzz
Historic Birmingham theaters have new executive director
Cindy Mullins has been named the executive director of Birmingham Landmarks, the nonprofit owner and operator of the Lyric and Alabama Theatre. Most recently, she was vice president of Birmingham Landmarks. – Bham Now
