BAILOR GROUP Appoints Sonia Robinson, APR, as President to Support Scalable Growth
Operational Expansion to Accelerate Business Impact: Sonia Robinson Brings Leadership and Public Relations Expertise to Scale Impact Huntsville, AL, January 22, 2026: BAILOR GROUP today announced the appointment of Sonia Robinson, APR, as President, a strategic expansion of the firm’s leadership structure designed to support scalable delivery and long-term institutional growth. Founded by growth strategist Sonya Bailor, BAILOR GROUP has spent the past five years consulting with small to mid-market
Calhoun and UNA Sign New Transfer Agreement Creating Pathways to High-Demand Healthcare Careers
Calhoun Community College and the University of North Alabama (UNA) have established a new academic partnership to expand transfer opportunities for students pursuing careers in healthcare. The two institutions will celebrate the partnership with a ceremony that includes the signing of an articulation agreement on Wednesday, January 21, at 2 p.m. in the President’s Suite of the Math, Science and Administration Building (Building #14 on the campus map) on Calhoun’s Decatur campus. “Partnerships like this
Calhoun Announces Its 2025 Fall Semester President’s and Dean’s List
Calhoun Community College has announced the names of those students qualifying for the President’s and Dean’s List for the 2025 Fall semester. Students are listed by hometowns.President’s ListPresident’s List Requirements: 12 or more semester hours at 4.0 GPAAnderson, ALAddison Brooke WallaceArdmore, ALSavannah Jayne AndersonEmily Nicole BallCarol Diane GuevaraPaige Cameron WilbournChase Leahman WoodsAthens, ALAndrew Jay AcupAlexander BoesenAnja Christene BoettcherEli Thomas BritnellJudith Bailey ButlerMary
Heart of the Valley YMCA Partners with Huntsville City Schools to Provide Afterschool Care
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (January 9, 2026) - The Heart of the Valley YMCA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Huntsville City Schools (HCS) as the official provider of afterschool care services in six elementary schools in south Huntsville: Challenger, Weatherly, Mountain Gap, Chaffee, Whitesburg and Farley elementary schools. The YMCA began providing services this week, as children returned to school from winter break. “We are excited to expand our mission-driven childcare services to more families
John Hearne Joins First Horizon’s Huntsville Private Banking Team
Huntsville, AL – January 7, 2026 – First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) is pleased to announce that John Hearne has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Senior Private Client Relationship Manager. He will be based in the Madison office and serve the greater Huntsville area. Hearne has an extensive background in lending, private banking and wealth management, with 20 years of financial experience at Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, Raymond James and, most recently, Pivot Capital Partners, where he helped
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
Local Financial Advisor Shares Step-by-Step Guide to Retirement Readiness
As retirement planning becomes increasingly important for today’s workforce, local financial advisor Turner Wilson is urging community members to evaluate their readiness and plan ahead using a structured, comprehensive approach. Referencing insights from Thrivent’s article “Am I Ready to Retire? A Step-by-Step Retirement Readiness Guide,” Wilson highlights key markers that help individuals and families assess whether they’re prepared to retire comfortably. The guide helps answer questions such
Mauldin & Jenkins Recognized as a 2025 Best Company to Work For in Alabama
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Mauldin & Jenkins, is honored to announce it has been named as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama for 2025. This annual program, now in its 14th year, is a distinguished recognition created by Business Alabama magazine and Best Companies Group. The survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in Alabama, celebrating those who benefit the state's economy, workforce, and businesses. The exclusive annual list is
Local Financial Advisor Highlights Key Strategies for Balancing Today’s Priorities With Tomorrow’s Goals
As individuals and families navigate rising costs, major life milestones, and long-term financial uncertainty, local financial advisor Turner Wilson is encouraging the community to take a more intentional approach to managing money in both the short and long term. Drawing on insights from Thrivent’s recent article “Balancing Today’s Priorities With Tomorrow’s Goals,” Wilson emphasizes that one of the most effective ways to stay financially confident is to separate goals into three categories: short-term
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
