Calhoun Gives Future Healthcare Professionals Hands-on Look at Medical Laboratory Careers
Today, representatives from Calhoun Community College welcomed prospective students, educators, and community members to its Huntsville Campus. The immersive Medical Laboratory Sciences Open House gave attendees a firsthand look at the vital role laboratory professionals play in healthcare. Hosted in the Math, Science and CIS Building, the event highlighted Calhoun’s Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) and Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) programs through interactive lab tours, faculty meet-and-greets,
True40® Studio Brings Boutique Fitness Community to Huntsville's Jones Valley
True40® Studio Brings Boutique Fitness Community to Huntsville's Jones Valley Locally Owned by Olivia and Alex Davis, True40® Huntsville Opens at The Shoppes of Lendon May 22 with a Free Week of Classes and Grand Opening Celebration May 29 HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — April 20, 2026 — True40® Studio, a premier boutique fitness destination, is opening its first north Alabama location at The Shoppes of Lendon in Huntsville's Jones Valley. Locally owned and operated by Huntsville residents Olivia and Alex Davis, True40®
Bradley’s Schyler Burney Receives Emerging Young Lawyers in Healthcare Award
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (April 20, 2026) – Bradley attorney Schyler B. Burney has been named a recipient of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Sixth Annual Emerging Young Lawyers in Healthcare award, which recognizes young lawyer members of the ABA’s Health Law Section who exemplify a broad range of achievement, vision, leadership, and legal and community service in health law. Ms. Burney was presented with the award at the ABA Health Law Section’s Emerging Issues in Healthcare Law Conference on April 10 in
Bradley Partners in Huntsville Recognized in Legal 500’s 2026 U.S. City Elite Series
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Apr. 16, 2026) – Bradley is pleased to announce that three attorneys in the firm’s Huntsville office have been recognized in the 2026 Legal 500 U.S. City Elite list for the Southeast. The Huntsville-based Bradley partners recognized in the 2026 Southeast Elite list, and their areas of recognition, are: Justin Burney – Corporate M&A Frank Caprio – Intellectual Property Stephen Hall – Intellectual Property The firm was also ranked in the Southeast Elite list in the areas of
Calhoun Celebrates Future Workforce at 5th Annual Technical Career Signing Day
Today, Calhoun Community College celebrated the next generation of skilled workers today during its 5th Annual Technical Career Signing Day, held at the college’s Advanced Technology Center on the Decatur campus.Hosted in partnership with the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3), the event recognized high school students from across north Alabama as they signed letters of intent to begin their technical education and careers with one of Calhoun’s industry partners.“This event is a powerful
Bradley Helps Launch Pro Bono Legal Clinic for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (April 15, 2026) – Bradley has partnered with the Madison County Volunteer Lawyers Program (MCVLP) to launch the Huntsville Pro Bono Clinic for Small Businesses and Nonprofits beginning in April 2026. This is the firm’s third pro bono clinic, modeled after its successful clinics in Nashville and Birmingham, which have been open since January 2021 and April 2022, respectively. “We are thrilled to work with such a strong community partner in the MCVLP to launch this program and provide
Calhoun Student Turns Compassion into Action and Creates Scholarship to Support Student Mothers
For many students, college is about earning a degree and preparing for a career. For Calhoun Community College student Kara Jones, it has also become a way to help others stay on track when life presents difficult choices. Jones, who is studying general studies with a focus on social work and criminal justice, recently established a $2,000 scholarship through the Calhoun Foundation. The Supporting Moms, Supporting Students Scholarship was created to help student mothers overcome financial barriers while
Calhoun Offers Students a Chance to Lead on Campus and Earn Scholarship Support through Warhawk Program
Students planning to attend Calhoun Community College this fall have a new opportunity to get involved, build their resume, and receive help paying for college. Applications are now open for the Warhawk Student Ambassador Program, a selective leadership program that includes a partial scholarship. The deadline to apply is May 1, and interested students are encouraged to apply soon. The Warhawk Student Ambassador Program includes 15 to 25 students who serve as the official representatives of Calhoun. From
Dermatology Specialists Brings Free Skin Cancer Screenings to the Community This May
May is recognized as Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to spreading awareness and education about a disease that one in five Americans will develop in their lifetime. When caught and treated early, skin cancer is highly curable. Early detection is key, which is why Dermatology Specialists is offering free skin cancer screenings throughout the month of May. Skin cancer can generally be divided into two types—non-melanoma (including basal and squamous cell carcinomas) and melanoma, with melanoma
Forrest Harrington joins First Horizon Bank’s Huntsville Commercial Banking Team
Huntsville, AL – First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN or “First Horizon”) is pleased to announce that Forrest Harrington has joined its Huntsville Commercial Banking Team as Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Banking Relationship Manager. Harrington comes to First Horizon with 30 years of commercial banking experience and an extensive background in commercial real estate. He is a strategic partner, providing customized financial solutions that help clients achieve their goals. “Forrest has a track
BAILOR GROUP Expands Build to Scale™ Through Founding Certified Coaches to Increase Small Business Impact
Structured program introduces certified coaches to help small businesses build the foundation required for scalable growth. Huntsville, AL — April 6, 2026 — BAILOR GROUP announces the expansion of its Build to Scale™ program through the introduction of its founding BAILOR Certified™ Coaches. This expansion provides small businesses with a structured, step-by-step approach to building the internal systems required for sustainable, scalable growth. Built on the BAILOR Method™, the program draws on
.jpg)
MARS Microschool Founder Jennifer Wolverton Named an Alabama Winner in Presidential AI Challenge
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Innovative hybrid microschool recognized for pioneering AI-integrated education model for high school students.MARS Microschool, a Huntsville-based hybrid high school focused on artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced learning models, announced today that its founder, Jennifer Wolverton, has been named an Alabama winner in the Presidential AI Challenge for educators. MARS (Microcollective for AI, Robotics, and the Sciences) serves high school students through a project-based
EOD Gear Founder Steve Cassidy Named SBA Small Business Person of the Year for Tennessee
FRANKLIN, TN / HUNTSVILLE, AL — April 2, 2026— EOD Gear, a defense-focused manufacturer specializing in Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Special Operations, and public safety equipment, announced today that its founder, Steve Cassidy, has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business Person of the Year for the State of Tennessee. Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, EOD Gear maintains a growing operational presence in Huntsville, Alabama, located just outside Gate
Bradley Launches Operations Center to Support Continued Strategic Growth
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (April 1, 2026) – Bradley has established the Bradley Operations Center in downtown Birmingham’s historic Federal Reserve Building, creating a centralized hub for key administrative services that will support the firm’s 13 offices, more than 750 lawyers, and continued growth. Bradley will occupy 16,860 square feet across the first and second floors of the building, which is located adjacent to the firm’s office in One Federal Place. Together, the facilities will establish an expanded
BAILOR GROUP Marks Five Years of Intentional Growth, Identifying the Patterns That Determine Whether Businesses Scale or Stall
Almost 50% of businesses fail within their first five years. While market conditions and access to capital are often cited as primary causes, growth strategist and CEO Sonya Bailor has built her firm on a different conclusion: most companies fail because they don’t know how to navigate the next stage of growth . BAILOR GROUP marks its five-year milestone this month, representing more than longevity. Founded in March 2021, the firm was built on the principle that sustainable growth requires leadership
Sonya Bailor Publishes First Article On Forbes.com, Highlighting Fear As A Strategic Growth Lever
Huntsville-Based CEO And Growth Strategist Shares Insights On Leadership And Business Growth Through Forbes.com HUNTSVILLE, AL — March 16, 2026 — Sonya Bailor, CEO and Founder of BAILOR GROUP, has published her first article on Forbes.com, bringing national visibility to her work helping leaders and organizations scale through strategic growth and behavioral alignment. The article, titled “How To Use Fear As Your Most Powerful Growth Tool,”explores how fear, often viewed as a barrier, can instead be used
.png)
Sonya Bailor accepted into Forbes Coaches Council
Forbes Coaches Council is an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. HUNTSVILLE, AL (March, 16, 2026) — Sonya Bailor has been accepted into Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. Sonya is a growth strategist and executive advisor, and CEO of BAILOR GROUP, a firm that helps small and mid-market companies scale by aligning strategy, structure, and people. In addition to her work at BAILOR GROUP, she is a Chair for Vistage
Bradley Associate Kelsi A. Long Receives Young Alumni Award from University of Alabama National Alumni Association
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Feb. 18, 2026) – Bradley associate Kelsi A. Long has been named a recipient of the 18 Under 31 Young Alumni Awards by the University of Alabama National Alumni Association. The annual awards recognize young alumni who have made notable contributions to their industry, field or community. The 18 Under 31 Class of 2026 was recognized at a reception on January 30. Ms. Long is a member of the firm’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group in the Huntsville office, where she focuses on
Bradley Announces New Practice Group Leadership Appointments
Pictured: Bradley partner and Intellectual Property Practice group leader Ryan J. Letson BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Jan. 7, 2026) – Bradley is pleased to announce new leadership appointments in four of its practice groups: Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights, Corporate & Securities, Intellectual Property, and Tax. The new practice group leaders are: James Blake Bailey – Bankruptcy & Creditors’ RightsDanny Feltham – Corporate & SecuritiesRyan J. Letson – Intellectual PropertyWill T. Thistle, II – Tax “We are
76 Bradley Attorneys Selected to 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars Lists
76 Bradley Attorneys Selected to 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars Lists BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Nov. 20, 2025) – Bradley is proud to share that the 2025 edition of Mid-South Super Lawyers has included 76 Bradley attorneys to the 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars lists. Mid-South Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys in Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee. In addition, Huntsville, Alabama-based Bradley partner Kimberly B. Martin has been named to the 2025
Unanet Introduces Champ AI™: The Natural-Language Copilot for GovCon and AEC Firms
Unanet, the leader in AI-first ERP and growth software for project-based businesses, today announced Champ AI™, the natural-language copilot for GovCon and AEC firms. Built as a multi-agent intelligence platform, Champ AI™ helps organizations unify and access data across their systems, automate multi-step tasks, and receive role-aware guidance in the flow of work. A nod to Unanet's annual Champions conference for customers, Champ AI™ embodies that same spirit of partnership and performance. Acting as
Bradley Earns 35 National Rankings and 273 Metropolitan Rankings in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms
Firm Recognized with 15 Tier 1 National Rankings and 190 Tier 1 Metropolitan Rankings BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Nov. 6, 2025) – Bradley has earned 15 national Tier 1 rankings and 190 metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®. In total, the firm earned 35 national rankings and 273 metropolitan rankings in the newly released annual guide that identifies firms known for quality, specialized knowledge and commitment to excellence. The firm has also been named the 2026 “Law Firm of the
