November 2025

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This is the September 2025 issue of Huntsville Business Journal full of recent business news from the lead to the featured story

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VBC Veteran Mike Vojticek Honored as He Retires After More Than Three Decades of Leadership

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After more than three decades of service, Mike Vojticek, Assistant Director of the Von Braun Center (VBC), has announced his retirement, effective October 31, 2025. To recognize his contributions to Huntsville’s entertainment and tourism industries, Mayor Tommy Battle proclaimed October 29, 2025, as Mike Vojticek Day in Huntsville. The proclamation was presented during a retirement […]

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8 Huntsville companies among latest recipients of Innovate Alabama grants

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Innovate Alabama has awarded $2.2 million in Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) supplemental grants to 13 companies across the state, including eight based in Huntsville. The funding is intended to advance research, product development and job creation in sectors such as biotechnology, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, materials science and software.  […]

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Drake State Creates Endowed Scholarship Honoring Ellenae Fairhurst

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Drake State Community and Technical College has established the Ellenae Fairhurst Endowed Scholarship in recognition of automotive executive and entrepreneur Ellenae Hart-Fairhurst. The scholarship honors her professional contributions and lasting impact on the industry. Once fully funded with a principal gift of $500,000, the endowment will provide a permanent source of financial support for Drake […]

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Greenway Expansion, Ditto Landing Project Gain Momentum with Council Support

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The Ditto Landing Events Center project is moving forward, and the Huntsville City Council continues to provide aid to the project in the southernmost area of the city. At its most recent bi-monthly regular meeting, the council voted to give over $1 million to Grayson Carter & Son to complete the third phase of the […]

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Toy Share Drive Kicks Off Nov. 3 to Support North Alabama Children

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The Helping Hands Foundation and Bank Independent will kick off the 15th annual Toy Share drive on Monday, November 3rd for area children. Between November 3 and November 28, the Bank will accept donations of new, unwrapped toys at all Bank Independent locations. You can also donate monetarily through PayPal. All items will be distributed […]

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Major Real Estate Deal Highlights Growth of Solar Manufacturing in North Alabama

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Ambrose, a leading vertically integrated investment manager specializing in Class A industrial, logistics and e-commerce real estate, has announced the sale of a 554,000-square-foot, Class A distribution hub situated on more than 40 acres at 1250 Cooperage Way in Trinity, AL, located within the Greater Huntsville region. The modern facility is fully occupied by First […]

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Calhoun Community College Launches First Respiratory Therapy Program in North Alabama

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Calhoun Community College has opened a new state-of-the-art Respiratory Therapy Lab on its Huntsville campus, marking the launch of its first Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy program. The initiative represents a major milestone for the college and North Alabama, addressing the region’s growing demand for respiratory therapists and the rising number of […]

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Record-Breaking 2025 North Alabama Airfest Boosts Regional Economy, Sets Dates for 2026 Event

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The 2025 North Alabama Airfest at Pryor Field Regional Airport drew a record attendance of more than 12,500 visitors from over 35 states and three countries. The event attracted attendees to North Alabama for a weekend of aviation demonstrations and community activities. The event featured over 15 aerial performers delivering nearly four hours of nonstop […]

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United Community Earns National Recognition for Advancing Financial Literacy

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The American Bankers Association Foundation has honored United Community with a 2025 ABA Foundation Community Commitment Award for its Financial Literacy Month program. The award, presented in the volunteerism category, was announced during the ABA’s annual convention on Oct. 21 in Charlotte, North Carolina. United Community’s Financial Literacy Month program, which launched in 2022, engages […]

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