Ivey signs bill banning DEI programs
Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill that will ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs in state agencies, local boards of education and institutions of higher learning. The bill also blocks schools from using state funding for programs involving “divisive concepts.” – News 19
Jack Swift, COO of Southern States Bancshares, will retire effective May 31. Swift will have served five years as COO at the company, which is the holding company for Southern States Bank. His responsibilities will be absorbed by others at the company. – GlobeNewswire
Culinary Dropout opens first Alabama location
Culinary Dropout, a restaurant concept from James Beard-nominated Sam Fox, has opened its first Alabama location at the Summit in Birmingham. Items on the menu include meatloaf, rainbow trout, pizza and soft pretzels. – Bham Now
Wallace Community College partners with high schools
Wallace Community College-Dothan has partnered with four Wiregrass high schools to offer free career training programs to students. The schools involved are Houston County Career Academy, Dothan Tech, Eufaula High School and Barbour County High School. – Wallace Community College
