New Jefferson County accelerator targets small businesses
The Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance has formed the Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator to help small businesses. Applications for the accelerator open June 3 and close July 26. – Bham Now
Wow! Awarded $2.4 million ADECA grant
Wow! Internet, TV & Phone has been awarded a $2.39 million grant through the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs to extend its fiber network in Houston and Henry counties. The expansion will service nearly 1,000 homes. – PR Newswire
About 15,000 Alabamians make minimum wage or below
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says that in 2023, about 15,000 workers were paid at or below the minimum wage. That number is a 50% increase over 2022. – Alabama Political Reporter
Birmingham-based companies complete Phase 1 of Florida project
Birmingham’s Robins & Morton and architect Barge Design Solutions have completed Phase 1 of the HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte, Florida. The project is a $60 million expansion. – Robins & Morton
