alabama economic development

Southern Visions Expands Operations in Sweet Tea IndustrySouthern Visions Expands Operations in Sweet Tea Industry

Southern Visions Expands Operations in Sweet Tea Industry

News Summary Southern Visions, LLP, a family-run business in Loxley, Alabama, is making waves in the sweet tea industry with…

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Birmingham, Alabama: Challenges for Start-UpsBirmingham, Alabama: Challenges for Start-Ups

Birmingham, Alabama: Challenges for Start-Ups

News Summary Launching a new venture in Birmingham, Alabama poses significant challenges for aspiring entrepreneurs. Despite its cultural vibrance, Alabama…

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Alabama Businesses Raise Alarm Over Rising TariffsAlabama Businesses Raise Alarm Over Rising Tariffs

Alabama Businesses Raise Alarm Over Rising Tariffs

News Summary At the Buy Alabama’s Best Day event in Montgomery, local businesses voiced concerns about the effects of increasing…

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Birmingham Advocates for Community Pharmacy ProtectionBirmingham Advocates for Community Pharmacy Protection

Birmingham Advocates for Community Pharmacy Protection

News Summary As independent pharmacies face severe financial pressures, the Alabama Senate has voted unanimously to propose a bill to…

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Alabama’s Biotech Community Faces Funding ChallengesAlabama’s Biotech Community Faces Funding Challenges

Alabama’s Biotech Community Faces Funding Challenges

News Summary Alabama's biotech sector faces uncertain times due to proposed cuts in NIH funding, which may upset ongoing research…

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Huntsville Duo Honored as Alabama’s Small Business Persons of the YearHuntsville Duo Honored as Alabama’s Small Business Persons of the Year

Huntsville Duo Honored as Alabama’s Small Business Persons of the Year

News Summary Kim and Larry Lewis, the founders of PROJECTXYZ, Inc., have been named Alabama's Small Business Persons of the…

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Renasant Corporation and The First Bancshares Merger AnnouncementRenasant Corporation and The First Bancshares Merger Announcement

Renasant Corporation and The First Bancshares Merger Announcement

News Summary Renasant Corporation plans to acquire The First Bancshares in an all-stock merger worth $1.2 billion. This collaboration aims…

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Hilo’s Energy Landscape Transforms with Hamakua Plant SaleHilo’s Energy Landscape Transforms with Hamakua Plant Sale

Hilo’s Energy Landscape Transforms with Hamakua Plant Sale

News Summary Hilo's energy scene faces a significant shift as Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. sells the Hamakua Energy Plant to…

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Alabama Delegation on a Mission to Poland for Aerospace GrowthAlabama Delegation on a Mission to Poland for Aerospace Growth

Alabama Delegation on a Mission to Poland for Aerospace Growth

News Summary A delegation from Alabama, including six aerospace and defense companies, has arrived in Poland to explore trade opportunities.…

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Birmingham Secures $2.7 Million for Biotech CompaniesBirmingham Secures $2.7 Million for Biotech Companies

Birmingham Secures $2.7 Million for Biotech Companies

News Summary Birmingham, Alabama, is set to benefit from over $2.7 million in funding awarded to eight innovative biotech companies…

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