BioGX Finds a New Home in Shelby County
February 9, 2021 - Leading biotech company announces plans for new headquarters, R&D, and manufacturing facility on Valleydale Road
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Shelby County in the News
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AGC Automotive breaks ground on new expansion
November 24,2020- Automotive supplier holds groundbreaking for 30,000 square foot expansion
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JumpStart AL – New Innovate Workforce Initiative Launched
July 16, 2020- 58 Inc. partnering with statewide education and industry leaders to launch virtual reality training
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Ace Hardware Opening New Store in Dunnavant Valley
May 19, 2020- 58 Inc. welcomes store owner David Majure to Shelby County and enjoyed working with leasing agent Kathy Dennis of The Shopping Center Group and developer Bill Thornton on this project.
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Printswell Announces Expansion
March 5, 2020- The national stationery design, manufacturing, fulfillment and distribution company, is expanding their operations in Pelham by purchasing property, constructing a new facility and increasing employment.
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Campus 124 will breathe new life into the former Valley Elementary School
February 25, 2020- New project in Pelham will transform the school into a mixed-use development with new offerings in restaurants and entertainment.
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2020 Industry Appreciation Event Held
February 24, 2020- 58 Inc. and The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce co-host Annual Industry Appreciation event which recognized companies engaged in workforce development initiatives and programming
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Therachem Announces New Project in Chelsea
January 21, 2020- Biopharma company expanding their operation with a new facility and increased employment in Chelsea’s Foothills Business Park.
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Pelham Welcomes Starbucks
January 21, 2020- Involvement in ICSC events results in another retail development win for 58 Inc. as Starbucks opens its newest location in the region.
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Dollar Tree Opens in Columbiana
October 25, 2019- Active involvement in ICSC results in another retail development win for 58 Inc. with new ownership of Columbiana Square followed by recruitment of Dollar Tree
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Taco Bell Returning to Columbiana
August 27, 2019- Once a favorite of residents, Taco Bell plans to return in a new location. Construction is underway with plans to open in December.
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2020 Apprenticeship Signing Day Held
August 19, 2019- Event celebrates thirteen men and women who will begin their apprenticeship journey with employers across the region.
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City of Pelham Approves Sale of former Valley Elementary
August 6, 2019- Schrimsher Properties of Huntsville to redevelop site into mixed use commercial project.
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Groundbreaking Held for Burger King and Popeyes in Harpersville
May 30, 2019- New restaurants to be open by the end of the year
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Sonic Announces New Location in Calera
May 15, 2019- 58 Inc. was instrumental in recruiting Sonic to Calera through engagement at ICSC events and is excited to announce that construction is wrapping up and the restaurant will open in the coming days.
58 INC. Names Amy Sturdivant Managing Director of Economic Development
January 29, 2021 - Shelby County's economic development organization names new leader.
Alabaster Named Top 50 Best Places to Live in America
September 23, 2020- Money Magazine Recognizes Alabaster For Superior Quality of Life.
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Shelby County Commission Joins Application for Life Sciences Study
June 9, 2020- County joins consortium of regional partners to apply for grant studying pharmaceuticals and bio-pharma needs in the Birmingham metro area.
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Home Goods and Five Below will locate in the former Best Buy location in Alabaster
March 18, 2020- Merchants Retail Partners announces new retailers
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The Canopy to Begin Site Prep Soon
March 5, 2020- The GenRev Properties development in Pelham will include multi-family, hospitality, retail and entertainment options.
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Dunkin Announces New Location in Alabaster
February 25, 2020- New retailer coming to Medical Mile on Hwy 31
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High School Ready to Work Students Participate In Interview Day
February 3, 2020- Students begin to consider their first job upon graduation
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Leadership Shelby Gets Economic Development Overview
December 23, 2020- 58 INC. helps plan full day of economic development education for local leaders
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58 Inc. and The Shelby County Chamber Co-Host Washington Fly In
November 7, 2019- Event allowed public and private sector leaders to discuss issues and projects impacting facing Shelby County with the legislative delegation.
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Helena Finalizes Agreement for Chick-fil-A and Other Retailers
August 27, 2019- New project agreement finalized with Retail Specialists
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Ready to Work Kicks Off at Local Schools
August 26, 2019- Shelby County High School welcomes representatives from business and industry informing students of the many careers they will be exposed to during the coming school year as part of the RTW program.
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Apprenticeships Help Companies Find Needed Workers
August 19, 2019- Welders and Machinists now being trained through new partnership
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Jeff State to Build Welding Lab on Shelby Campus
June 27, 2019- Support comes from City of Hoover and Shelby County Commission
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MacLean Power Systems Announces Expansion in Alabaster
May 22, 2019- Manufacturer is embarking on a significant expansion with a $10 million investment that could create 150 new jobs.
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McLeod Celebrates Grand Opening in Hoover
April 23, 2019- City, County and State officials publicly applauded McLeod’s growth as the leading provider of transportation software and expressed their appreciation for McLeod’s investment in the community.
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