North Alabama auto parts facility closing
Federal-Mogul, an auto parts manufacturer in Boaz, is closing its facility, putting 82 employees out of work. The Michigan-based company is closing the Boaz facility on Sept. 25, according to a WARN notice filed with the state. – Al.com
Birmingham chef wins oyster award
Adam Evans, the James Beard Award-winning chef behind Birmingham’s Automatic Seafood & Oysters, has won Oyster South’s Jim Gossen Award for his support of oyster farmers, communities and healthy waters. Evans is also a partner in Current Charcoal Grill. – Bham Now
Hyundai donates to Selma schools
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama donated more than $12,000 to Selma City Schools to purchase uniforms, backpacks and school supplies. The company also made a $5,000 contribution to help students with hair-care needs. – WAKA 8
2 Birmingham companies celebrate North Carolina milestone
Daniel Corp. and general contractor Brasfield & Gorrie, both based in Birmingham, celebrated the topping out – when a construction project reaches its full height – of an apartment complex in Charlotte, North Carolina. North Graham Street is a seven-story apartment complex. – Brasfield & Gorrie