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December 28, 2022

Alabama Business Today

Birmingham Real Time News

Efforts to unionize Amazon nationally stalling due to turnover, other factors, analysts say

Twice over the past two years, workers at the fulfillment center have voted on whether they will be represented by the union, with Amazon winning both counts, most recently in March.

By William Thornton | [email protected]

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Business

Mattress company to close after more than 107 years in Birmingham metro

The Ensley Fairfield Mattress Co. spanned three generations of family ownership. It is set to close its last store at the end of January.

By Howard Koplowitz | [email protected]

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Business

Homewood Gourmet plans move in 2023

After 24 years of operation, the establishment has outgrown its 28th Ave South location.

By William Thornton | [email protected]

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From the Lede

Q&A with VP: Mazda Toyota drives to be ‘hometown company’

Greenbrier facility employs 3,700.

By Scott Turner | [email protected]

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News

Holiday sales up 7.6% despite the squeeze of inflation

U.S. sales between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, a period that is critical for retailers, were fueled by spending at restaurants and on clothing.

By The Associated Press

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Alabama Life And Culture

Orion Amphitheater redefines Huntsville’s — and Alabama’s — music scene

"I think it’s pushed people in Huntsville to think outside the box about what can be done."

By Matt Wake | [email protected]

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