Dollar General Launches New pOpshelf Concept Store in Madison

On Dec. 30, the former Dollar General store at 7950 Hwy 72 W Ste D will take on a new life as pOpshelf, Dollar General’s newest retail store concept that provides a fun, affordable, and stress-free shopping experience.  The new concept’s initial targeted customers are primarily female and located in diverse suburban communities with a […]

Huntsville-Madison County Retail Market: Looking Forward to the New Year

Now that North Alabama prepares to bid 2021 either adieu or good riddance, it’s time to look ahead to what 2022 has in store for the area’s retail market. The past year has been eventful, to say the least, leaving consumers and retailers to deal with rising prices along with product and labor shortages.  A […]

“You Just Have to Be Creative:” Local Small Businesses on Dealing With Supply Chain Issues

As anyone who has gone shopping recently knows firsthand, consumer goods such as toilet paper, meat, and frozen vegetables have been more difficult to find and often more expensive. Consumers around the world are having similar experiences due to disruptions in the global supply chain. Although inconvenient for consumers, the recent supply chain disruptions have […]

The University of Alabama in Huntsville PTAC Welcomes Two New Advisors

The UAH Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) recently announced the addition of two new Senior PTAC Advisors, Kris McBride and Marc Jacobson. Ms. McBride brings over 30 years of management and technical experience in system development, software development, delivery of engineering services, and training product development supporting the US […]

Booz Allen Hamilton Engineering Leader Relocates to Huntsville

Consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton announced on Monday that one of its senior technical leaders, Distinguished Engineer Gary Pomajevich, has relocated to Huntsville from Quantico, Virginia in order to continue his work supporting the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as it expands its presence on Redstone Arsenal.  This move underscores the firm’s commitment and partnership […]

Honest Coffee Expanding with Second Location in Huntsville-Madison

Madison will soon be getting a taste of Honest Coffee Roasters. The local company recently announced that after five years of serving downtown Huntsville, they will be opening their second location on 92 Shorter Street in downtown Madison. The new 1,900 square foot shop, developed by Crunkleton, will arrive at The Avenue Madison in late […]

Northrop Grumman and Raytheon Technologies Join Forces to Complete NGI System Requirements Review

Following their creation of a strategic partnership, the Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and Raytheon Technologies Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team has recently created its System Requirements Review (SRR), and is proceeding to the next step with initial system design, further risk reduction testing, and critical component qualification activities. Approved by the Missile Defense Agency, […]

Sonic Automotive Expands Into Huntsville With Its Newest EchoPark Location

On Tuesday, Sonic Automotive Inc. (“Sonic” or the “Company”) (NYSE:SAH), a Fortune 500 Company and one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, announced the opening of its new EchoPark delivery center at 6459 University Drive in Huntsville.  The Huntsville Delivery Center is EchoPark’s second location in the state, complementing its existing retail sales center in […]

Huntsville City Council Adopts Redistricting Plan

Huntsville’s growth and development once again became evident with the unanimous approval of a redistricting ordinance at the Dec. 16 Huntsville City Council meeting.  The new district lines for Huntsville’s five City Council and Board of Education districts reflect significant changes in both growth and demographic diversity over the past 10 years. The ordinance will […]

NALZS Announces Claim Your Spot Campaign to Help North Alabama Zoo Progress

Since hosting its press conference in early 2021, the North Alabama Zoological Society’s (NALZS) announcement of bringing a zoo and an aquarium to the Rocket City has been met with excitement and enthusiasm. It’s no secret that building a world-class zoo doesn’t happen overnight. Despite the consensus of the community wanting a zoo, there is […]