Good morning, Birmingham.

Coca-Cola UNITED will open its new $330M headquarters in Kingston on Sept.

14 (reflecting its growth from humble beginnings with a mule named Bird and promising up to 50 new jobs). The facility features exhibits that honor the company’s local history and community ties.

Mobile-based Austal USA is under due diligence after Hanwha Defense USA submitted a non-binding proposal to buy it for up to $1.2 billion (with a four-week review period), according to Austal CEO Paddy Gregg.

An Alabama delegation visited Korea and officials from the Department of War reportedly support the effort.

State investigators warned buyers today that a fake Facebook profile posing as a family-owned cattle business has scammed over $100,000 since July, and law enforcement urges verifying all details before completing any livestock purchase.

Sidewalk Cinema announced a $2.7M expansion of its downtown theater at The Pizitz—introducing micro cinemas, extra seating, upgraded concessions, and a remodeled box office.

If fundraising meets its goal, construction may begin early 2027.

Alabama Power urged customers to raise thermostats, close blinds, and replace filters to cut energy use and stay safe as extreme heat is expected this weekend.

The utility advised using its energy-tracking tools (and Home Energy Reports) to help manage bills and protect vulnerable residents.

On Friday, the US Coast Guard held a ceremony at 11:30 a.m. (its new training center on the former Birmingham-Southern College campus) to honor its first graduating class with Rep. Terri Sewell attending and Rear Adm.

Matthew Brown presiding as graduates rang the historic bell.

Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur extended its recall of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend from select Walmart stores in Alabama and other states after one lot may be contaminated with E.coli O145 (a Shiga toxin-producing bacteria).

Consumers are advised to discard or return the 10‑oz product with lot code 6040 01-6 for a refund.

A UAB startup is set to improve lung care with an AI-powered device that cuts spirometry tests to 30 seconds.

The company will submit an NIH Phase II proposal for FDA clearance and work with a local manufacturer to start production.

Coach Jack Floyd reached his 100th win & led the Huskies to a 40-24 victory over Hoover on Friday, Sept.

4 in a home Class 6A opener in Trussville.

AL.com has published a list of top high school football running backs in 5A public schools as the 2026 season begins.

Coaches say the players — known for impressive stats and strong academics — are expected to energize their teams and boost the sport in Alabama.