Kaishan Compressor expands in Loxley
Kaishan Compressor USA has completed its $11 million expansion in Loxley. The expansion doubles the size of Kaishan’s 65,000-square-foot facility. – Gulf Coast Media
JLab new title sponsor of Birmingham Bowl
JLab, a personal and audio brand, is the new title sponsor of the Birmingham Bowl. During the four-year agreement with ESPN Events, the game will be called the JLab Birmingham Bowl. – Bham Now
Kentuck, Tuscaloosa announce 15-year partnership
The Kentuck Festival of the Arts, long a fixture in Northport, has struck a deal with nearby Tuscaloosa to have the festival there the next 15 years. The festival was held in Tuscaloosa’s Snow Hinton Park last year. – Bama Buzz
80-year-old business burns in Chickasaw
The Hall Namie Packing Company, a Chickasaw meat-packing facility set to celebrate its 80th anniversary in the fall, burned Tuesday night. The fire likely started in the boiler room, officials say. – News 5
Innovation Depot names Voltage cohort
Birmingham’s Innovation Depot has named 25 entrepreneurs to the 11th cohort of its Voltage program. Voltage is a five-week program with flexible evening and weekend sessions designed for startup founders. – Innovation Depot