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Robins & Morton finishes first high-bay facility at Redstone Gateway
Birmingham-based construction firm Robins & Morton and COPT Defense Properties are marking the completion of 9700 Advanced Gateway
Birmingham retailer plans redesign of store
Renovations will begin in August on Bromberg Jewelers’ Mountain Brook store, which was built in 1959.
JPMorganChase commits $2 million to help Alabama small businesses; U.S. News taps UAB as...
JPMorganChase commits $2 million to help Alabama small businesses
JPMorganChase on Monday announced a $2 million commitment to help Alabama small businesses succeed. The money will be used to improve capital access, assist entrepreneurs and offer technical assistance for capital providers. – Birmingham Times
U.S. News taps UAB as best hospital in Alabama – again
For the 12th consecutive year, UAB Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital in Alabama and the Birmingham metro area by U.S. News & World Report. UAB Medicine ranked nationally in five specialties, including rheumatology, neurology and geriatrics. – Bham Now
Abercrombie & Fitch returning to Alabama
Clothing retailer Abercrombie & Fitch is planning a return to Alabama, opening in the fall at the Summit in Birmingham. The previous Abercrombie & Fitch location at the Riverchase Galleria closed several years ago. – AL.com
Hangout Music Festival to return in 2026
The Gulf Shores City Council voted unanimously on a one-year extension of the franchise agreement for the Hangout Music Festival. This year, the event rebranded as the Sand in My Boots concert, and this vote allows it to take place in 2026, with an optional extension for 2027 if both sides agree to it. – OBA
Costco coming to Birmingham suburb
Costco is coming to Irondale, marking the wholesale retailer’s sixth location in Alabama and second in the Birmingham area. It will be a $105 million project that will include a gas station. – WBRC 6
Distillery partners with 3 state football programs; New Embassy Suites resort opens in Gulf...
The makers of Clyde May’s Whiskey have announced partnerships with athletics at Auburn University, the University of Alabama and Troy University.
Spotlight on Henry & Houston Counties
Henry and Houston counties are experiencing growth in multiple areas.
Spotlight on Henry and Houston Counties: Economic Engines
Henry and Houson counties are home to aviation, logistics and transportation, steel and food processing industries.
Spotlight on Henry & Houston Counties: Health Care
Six health entities provide services to the residents of Henry and Houston counties.
Spotlight on Henry & Houston Counties: Movers & Shapers
The individuals who help shape the communities in Henry and Houston counties, including Colton Cureton of the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce.
Spotlight on Henry & Houston Counties: Higher Education
Four institutions of higher education serve the residents of Henry and Houston counties.
Spotlight on Henry & Houston Counties: Community Development
Henry and Houston counties and their municipalities are investing in industrial parks, public services and more.
COVID-19 Business Survival Guide
Solving Big Problems in a Small Business
Air filtration systems can trap or reduce some pathogens. Our service department can help assess your HVAC needs.
Favorable Business Provisions of the CARES Act
While the headlines were focused on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the CARES Act contains several provisions beneficial to businesses.
Who to Bring Back? Managing Employees After COVID-19
I am planning the re-opening of my business. I don’t anticipate that I will need all of the employees I had before the...
Preparing to Re-open after COVID-19? Spectrum Environmental Services Provides Disinfection Services
As your business prepares to re-open, Spectrum can provide experienced teams to professionally disinfect and decontaminate work areas and prepare plans as you resume...