When the new multi-purpose stadium is constructed in downtown Birmingham, it will be called “Protective Stadium” thanks to a 15-year agreement announced today between Protective Life Corporation and the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey touted the Rebuild Alabama Act, with its gasoline tax increases to fund infrastructure, as one of her major accomplishments that will address a longtime need in the state.
IndyCar driver Takuma Sato won the 10th annual Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama Sunday, dominating the field in his first win at the Barber Motorsports Park.
With nearly 60,000 alumni all over the globe, highly ranked academic programs and a dynamic outreach and research enterprise, the Culverhouse College of Business at the University of Alabama has much to celebrate in its centennial year. Founded in 1919 by Lee Bidgood, it is marking the occasion through a year’s worth of events and programs that help alumni and friends relive the rich history of Culverhouse while showcasing its bold plans for the future.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, one of the nation’s leading hospitals in robotic surgery volume, is enhancing its work in the field.
“What do you want to be when you grow up?”
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey joined with more than 200 elected officials and leaders to kick off a statewide effort to get everyone in the state counted in the 2020 census less than one year from now.
The Magic City will host journalists from all over the Southeast this weekend. The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) hosts its Region III Conference in Birmingham, Code Switching: Reporting the Virtual Truth will be held at the Sheraton Hotel April 5-6.
Alabama Public Television is producing a series of videos titled “Alabama Legacy Moments” that offer a quick history of the people, places and stories that have defined Alabama. Done in conjunction with the ongoing bicentennial celebration of the state that concludes in December 2019, the short pieces should inspire you to learn more about the rich history of Alabama. “Alabama Legacy Moments” are sponsored by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission and the Alabama Broadcasters Association.
“People ask me when I am going to retire, and I say, ‘I retired 14 years ago,’” said Raymond Young, owner of Mary Carter Store in Cullman.
Sales: According to ValleyMLS.com, Morgan County residential sales totaled 100 units during February, up 11.1 percent from 90 sales in the same month a year earlier. February sales decreased 2.9 percent from 103 sales in January. Results were 7.1 percent above the five-year February average of 93 sales. Two more resources to review: Quarterly Report and the Annual Report.
Auburn University has been in the news recently for its Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournament Championship basketball team. But the Auburn-Opelika area also boasts winners with two local homebuilders whose flourishing companies have placed them in the national spotlight.
Sales: According to the Mobile Area Association of Realtors, Mobile-area residential sales totaled 343 units during February, up 12.1 percent from 306 sales in the same month a year earlier. Sales were up 47.2 percent compared to 233 sales in January. Results were 24.5 percent above the five-year February average of 276 sales. Two more resources to review: Quarterly Report and Annual Report.
Sales: According to the Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Birmingham-area residential sales totaled 1,074 units during February, up 4.2 percent from 1,031 sales in the same month a year earlier. February sales were also up 28.9 percent compared to 833 sales in January. Results were 17.1 percent above the five-year February average of 917 sales. Two more resources to review: Quarterly Report and Annual Report.
Our long time friend, mentor, and charter Weather Factory member, J.B. Elliott, passed away on May 11, 2015. Click HERE to read James' tribute.
