Connecting the Dots: Rochelle Silveira’s Innovation Ecosystem Map Aims to Bring Alabama’s Innovators Together

When Rochelle Silveira moved from Brazil to the United States, she often heard the same piece of advice: “Right company, wrong place.” Innovation, people told her, belonged to the coasts. But after years of working with founders and mentoring startups across the country, she began to see a different truth.   “There’s incredible innovation happening here,” […]

Shutdown Resource Event Set for Nov. 6–7 in Huntsville

Later this week, community leaders in Huntsville will host a two-day resource event for federal employees affected by the government shutdown, which has been in effect since Oct. 1. The event will take place Thursday and Friday, Nov. 6–7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive SW. […]

Calhoun Community College Launches First Respiratory Therapy Program in North Alabama

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 […]

UA System Invites Input in Search for Next UAH President

The University of Alabama System has begun a national search for the next president of The University of Alabama in Huntsville. A presidential search advisory committee has been appointed to guide the process, which includes gathering input from stakeholders, developing the position profile and criteria, and recruiting and evaluating candidates. “UAH is a premier research […]

Higher Education Powers Huntsville’s Economy, but May Face Headwinds

The city’s higher education leaders are bullish on the future. At the 2025 State of Higher Education event hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, presidents from the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), Alabama A&M University, Calhoun Community College, and Drake State Community & Technical College outlined how their institutions are fueling Huntsville’s economic engine […]

Toyota Adds 350 Jobs to Huntsville Plant, Invests $282 Million in New Production Line

This week, Toyota Alabama began production on three new part lines for differentials that are vital to the company’s Tacoma, Tundra, and Sequoia trucks.  These new differential production lines represent a $282 million investment from the manufacturer, along with the addition of 350 jobs at the Huntsville plant.  A differential enables the wheels on the […]

Alabama’s New Healthcare High School Hosts Huntsville Info Session

Families in the Huntsville area will have the chance next week to preview, and be among the first applicants for, the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS), the state’s newest specialty public high school. ASHS is going to be the fourth tuition-free residential, public high school in Alabama, and it is being built in Demopolis […]

Bank Independent Returns to a Prestigious National List

Most Loved Workplace® has released the 2025 America’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces®.  The rankings, published as a custom content feature in the Wall Street Journal, highlight 100 organizations across industries that are transforming employee experience and redefining retention strategies in today’s economy.  Bank Independent was ranked #32 on this prestigious list, which recognizes employers […]

Longtime Bank Independent Team Member Cody Holder Promoted to Vice President Sales Officer

Bank Independent has announced the promotion of Cody Holder to Vice President – Sales Officer. “Cody’s journey at Bank Independent is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and a passion for serving others,” said Jason Windham, President of Bank Independent. “His leadership, both within the bank and in our communities, reflects the values we hold […]

Jacob Tucker Named Junior Lender at Bank Independent

Bank Independent has announced that Jacob Tucker will transition to the role of Junior Lender as part of a new lender pilot training program. “Jacob’s passion for learning, leadership, and serving others truly reflects the values we hold at Bank Independent,” said Jason Windham, President of Bank Independent. “His transition into the Junior Lender role […]