ServisFirst Bank welcomes Linda Presley as Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager

ServisFirst Bank has announced the addition of Linda Presley as Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “We are excited to welcome Linda Presley to the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville team,” said Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “As someone with deep roots in Huntsville, Linda brings not only her expertise in […]

Sports tourism in Huntsville in 2024: The record-setting numbers are now in

Photo credit: Huntsville Sports Commission The Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has released the figures for sports tourism in Huntsville in 2024.  The CVB reports that 68 sporting events held in Huntsville over the past year resulted in a record-breaking $50 million in economic impact. “We have come a long way over the […]

Invariant Corporation transitions to 100% ESOP ownership

Huntsville-based defense contractor, Invariant Corporation, is proud to announce its transition to a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan, or ESOP.  This strategic move highlights the company’s impressive growth in recent years and underscores its dedication to fostering a strong employee culture.  Invariant will offer this option as a cost-free benefit. Offering the ESOP at no […]

Taxing endeavors: planning for the upcoming tax year

As we prepare for 2025, there are many strategies that savvy investors and earners can use to make the most of their tax savings and minimize the tax liabilities that they will owe over the coming year. Standard or Itemized Deductions? An important aspect of preparing for the new tax year is deciding whether to […]

Expanding horizons: how Huntsville’s key commercial real estate developments will reshape the city in 2025

It’s no secret that Huntsville has seen an incredible amount of growth and development over the last several years. With this in mind, the question now is: how are developers and city planners sustaining all of this momentum in 2025 and beyond? To get an idea of what the city’s commercial real estate development forecast […]

Bank Independent toy drive spreads holiday cheer across North Alabama

Bank Independent has held an annual Toy Share Drive for 14 years running. This year, they collected a record 5,039 toys. Additionally, close to $3,000 in cash was donated. The bank partners with local organizations to ensure that the toys reach children from low-income families in time for the holidays.  “We are deeply grateful to […]

Doing well by doing good: charity and taxes in North Alabama

The winter holiday season has always been a time for communities and individuals to come together and aid those most in need.  Not only is charitable giving a benefit in and of itself, but charitable donations to exempt organizations can also lower the taxable income for your household. Federal tax deductions are generally capped at […]

Local founders celebrated at gener8tor movie screening

The red carpet was rolled out at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center on the evening of December 12 for a special VIP Screening of Pioneers of Progress, a documentary that celebrates the most recent cohort of founders from gener8tor Huntsville programs.  This project highlighted not only the gener8tor and Gbeta startup programs, but also […]

Huntsville ASmartPlace® College Career Fair: Happening Tomorrow!

Do you have a college student home for the holidays?  Encourage them to make the most of their break by attending the 2nd annual Huntsville ASmartPlace® College Career Fair tomorrow, December 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. The event, which is hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, will take place at The Atrium at Redstone […]

Matt Curtis Real Estate Agent Ben Waye Surpasses 100 Homes Sold in Record Year

Ben Waye, a real estate agent with Matt Curtis Real Estate, has reached a remarkable milestone by selling over 100 homes in 2024. Waye joins an elite group of agents, as just two other Matt Curtis agents have met this sales mark in a single year.  “We couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate Ben’s outstanding […]