Alabama monthly Real Estate Report indicates brisk activity

The Alabama Association of Realtors (AAR) has released its Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report for June of 2024.  The report shows several indicators that the real estate market across the state is maintaining a strong and healthy level of activity.  “The latest data underscores a positive trend in our housing market, driven by economic […]

Summertime months approach record setting power load demands for TVA

Last Friday, members of the media were invited to Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant to learn about the different ways the TVA workers at the plant have been preparing for summer.  More specifically, TVA has completed seasonal readiness reviews to ensure the plant’s generating assets are prepared to meet the weather conditions expected.  TVA’s Public Relations […]

Global Microsoft outage hits Huntsville airlines and businesses

A recent update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused a significant IT outage on Friday morning, affecting businesses both locally and globally. CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity software, utilized by numerous Fortune 500 companies, including prominent global banks, healthcare, and energy firms, is designed to detect and block hacking threats. Similar to other cybersecurity products, this software needs extensive […]

ServisFirst Bank Huntsville announces New VP, Mortgage Loan Officer

ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE: SFBS), announced the appointment of Tammy Ehrle as Vice President and Mortgage Loan Officer for its Huntsville region. “We are thrilled to welcome Tammy to ServisFirst Bank and our Mortgage Department,” said Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Tammy has had an outstanding career in […]

Huntsville’s gBETA startup accelerator welcomes five new local companies

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Five Huntsville-based companies have been selected to participate in Huntsville’s gBETA startup accelerator program. A’SHI SKIN, CheckMySpot, Happi Pappi, Intrinsic Methods and iXpressGenes were selected to participate in the gBETA Huntsville program, powered by national venture capital firm gener8tor, which supports startups, workers, employers, artists and musicians across race, place and gender. The gBETA Huntsville program is a seven-week accelerator designed to help startups secure investment opportunities. Participants receive intensive coaching and […]

TARCOG to host Fraud & Scam Summit 2024 to combat recent spike is cyber fraud

The Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments (TARCOG) has announced that the organization will be holding a Fraud & Scam Summit in the coming weeks to address the rise in internet-based crime. The summit focuses on a recent statistic from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, which recently reported a 14% surge in elder […]

Rethinking education: The rise of vocational training in the face of soaring college costs

Cover image: Provided by Calhoun Community College In the 1990’s and early 2000’s, there was a major push for more post-secondary education, particularly college and university degree programs. With the creation of government direct loans and the expansion of federal student financial aid, graduate and undergraduate programs became accessible to more Americans than ever before.  […]

Your guide to shopping small businesses this Back-to-School Sales Tax Weekend

It’s that time of year again, when parents breathe a sigh of relief and kids bemoan the all-to-rapid passing of Summer break.  In case you missed it, school is starting back. Students in Huntsville City Schools, Madison City Schools, and Madison County Schools are expected back in class on August 1st.  Many parents are waiting […]

ServisFirst Bank Huntsville welcomes newest Senior Vice President and Private Banking Officer

ServisFirst Bank, a part of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE: SFBS), has announced that Lisa Bryan will be stepping into a new role as the bank’s Senior Vice President and Private Banking Officer for its Huntsville division. “We’re thrilled to have Lisa join our Huntsville team. Her extensive experience in the financial services sector, along with her […]

Huntsville embarks on $350m Mill Creek redevelopment project

The City of Huntsville and the Huntsville Housing Authority have secured a significant $50 million Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The goal of the grant, as outlined by the City’s longterm goals, is to help transform the area surrounding Butler Terrace and Johnson Towers into […]