Newton company helps Black Belt farmers think bamboo
Alabamboo, based in Newton, is helping farmers in Lowndes, Butler and Crenshaw counties learn the benefits of bamboo farming and helping them connect with the marketplace. – Lowndes Signal
Bringing health care home in Birmingham
The UAB Health System, the city of Birmingham and Cooper Green Mercy Health Services are teaming to provide follow-up care for patients at home, easing the strain on the city’s emergency facilities. – University of Alabama at Birmingham
Alabamians need nearly $59,000 income to pay rent comfortably
Renting? You’ll need $58,800 income to make ends meet comfortably, according to a new study by the University of Alabama and two other colleges. That’s more than the state’s median household income of $56,900. – University of Alabama
Gresham Smith opens new office in Birmingham
Architecture, engineering and design firm Gresham Smith has moved into new space at 2222 Arlington in the Five Points area of Birmingham, with a design that offers a mix of quiet areas and collaborative spaces. “This is one of our firm’s first offices that has been designed to support and align with the post-pandemic needs of a hybrid remote/in-office workstyle,” said Gresham Smith CEO Rodney Chester. – Gresham Smith
Mobile set to begin $3.2M renewal of Bienville Square
Mobile city officials are set to vote soon on a contract to revitalize the downtown park, returning the fountain that’s been out for repair and adding lighting and seating. – Al.com
