Academy Sports + Outdoors to arrive in Athens
The Athens City Council has approved an economic development agreement that paves the way for a new commercial retail shopping center on the southern end of Braly Boulevard near I-65 and U.S. 72, according to online reports. Academy Sports + Outdoors Likely to Anchor Development The shopping center is expected to include Academy Sports + […]
Hobby Lobby among stores likely to be in new Athens shopping center
The Athens City Council this week approved an economic development agreement to move forward with a new commercial retail shopping center on the southern end of Braly Boulevard, near I-65 and U.S. 72, according to online reports. Upcoming Retail Options One of the anticipated tenants for the shopping center is Hobby Lobby, a major arts […]
Health inspectors shut down two North Alabama businesses
The “Kitchen Cops” across north Alabama have been busy this holiday season, according to online reports. Several local businesses faced serious health code issues in the days leading up to Christmas, with a few even being temporarily shut down. DeKalb County In DeKalb County, La Tienda Ideal in Albertville made the list. This combined restaurant […]
Flu cases surge in Alabama ahead of the New Year
Flu cases have spiked early this season in Alabama, according to online reports. Early Surge in Flu Cases Health officials are noting a rapid increase in influenza cases across the state. Reports indicate that flu cases have doubled in just the past week, making it one of the earliest surges seen in recent years. Guidance […]
Huntsville sees 580 new apartments across three developments
Construction has begun on three new apartment communities in Huntsville, totaling 580 units and representing the top projects among $196 million in December construction across Madison, Morgan, and Limestone counties, according to an online report. New multifamily communities under development The Viola: A 204-unit community at 4321 Research Boulevard, built by Doster Construction Company, will […]
North Huntsville businesses launch shared system to ban troublemakers
Eighteen businesses in North Huntsville are connecting their ID scanners to create a unified network that flags banned patrons. North Huntsville venues adopt shared security system The system immediately alerts security when someone banned at one location attempts to enter another, showing the reason and duration of the ban. Keeping nighttime operations safe and consistent […]