Brewton

GOSPEL GREATS TAMELA AND DAVID MANN AND DR. BOBBY JONES TO BE HONORED AT THE 2023 BMI TRAILBLAZERS OF GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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ATLANTA, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will honor Gospel superstars Tamela and David Mann and Dr. Bobby Jones at its 22nd Annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards to be held at Flourish Atlanta on March 30th. The inspirational ceremony will recognize the impact that the three legendary entertainers have made on the genre and beyond and pay tribute to the songwriters and publishers behind the best in Gospel music. The private event will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton.

Key Points: 
  • The private event will be hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton.
  • "BMI is thrilled to be back in Atlanta celebrating the best in Gospel music," said Brewton.
  • Through song and praise, they deliver inspirational messages of hope, faith and goodwill to music lovers around the world.
  • For more information on the BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards, visit www.bmi.com/genres/gospel and use hashtag #BMIGospel on social.

Georgia-Pacific's Brewton Containerboard mill recognized as first paper mill in Alabama, fourth nationally, to earn the EPA's Energy Star Challenge Achiever for Industry Award

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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To earn this recognition, the Brewton mill improved energy intensity by 11.2% in four years, resulting in an annual savings of approximately $2.6 million.

Key Points: 
  • To earn this recognition, the Brewton mill improved energy intensity by 11.2% in four years, resulting in an annual savings of approximately $2.6 million.
  • Brewton becomes the fourth paper mill in the U.S. to achieve this prestigious designation, joined by three other Georgia-Pacific paper mills located at Palatka, Florida; Green Bay (Broadway Mill), Wisconsin; and Muskogee, Oklahoma.
  • The Brewton mill produces large rolls of paperboard products used to make corrugated boxes and paper plates.
  • The company operates more than 150 facilities and employs approximately 30,000 people directly and creates more than 80,000 jobs indirectly.

HAMPTON UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT DR. WILLIAM R. HARVEY SEALS 43 STELLAR YEARS OF LEADERSHIP BY ANNOUNCING PLANS TO RETIRE IN JUNE 2022

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Monday, December 14, 2020
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Prior to beginning his illustrious career at Hampton, this celebrated statesman from Brewton, Alabama earned degrees from Talladega College, Virginia State University and Harvard University.

Key Points: 
  • Prior to beginning his illustrious career at Hampton, this celebrated statesman from Brewton, Alabama earned degrees from Talladega College, Virginia State University and Harvard University.
  • Now, following a steady, four-decade plus climb of greatness, Dr. Harvey will move on to his next chapter of service on June 30, 2022.
  • It is virtually impossible to express in words the debt of gratitude the entire Hampton University community carries ever so deeply for Dr. Harvey.
  • For media requests and additional information, contact the Hampton University Office of University Relations at (757) 727-5253 or [email protected].

Black American Music Association (BAM) And Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC) Announce the Formation of The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame

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Thursday, October 22, 2020
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The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame will be a permanent monument to achievement in Black excellence.

Key Points: 
  • The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame will be a permanent monument to achievement in Black excellence.
  • "I am ecstatic to be a founding member of the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame.
  • "I'm extremely proud to be a part of this initiative to create the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame," commented Catherine Brewton.
  • "Not only does Georgia have deep roots in black music and entertainment, but Atlanta continues to be the center of black excellence.

Provalus Revitalization Efforts Underway as Construction on the New Alabama Facility Begins

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
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Construction is expected to complete in the summer of 2021.The modern space will allow the Provalus teams to serve the company's Fortune 500 clients efficiently and effectively.

Key Points: 
  • Construction is expected to complete in the summer of 2021.The modern space will allow the Provalus teams to serve the company's Fortune 500 clients efficiently and effectively.
  • Brewton Mayor Yank Lovelace commented, "There is no way to overstate our excitement at the start of the construction phase of this project.
  • From our successful economic development strategy to forging a lasting partnership with the leadership at Provalus, this company's success is key to our downtown revival.
  • The IT solutions needs that have been traditionally outsourced overseas can now be serviced here in the U.S. through Provalus.

Provalus Honored by Texas Governor Greg Abbott for Creating Tech Jobs

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Friday, October 25, 2019
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DALLAS, Oct. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Provalus, the impact outsourcing brand of Optomi Professional Services , was honored with a certificate from Texas Governor Greg Abbott during a groundbreaking ceremony for its new tech facility in Jasper, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Provalus, the impact outsourcing brand of Optomi Professional Services , was honored with a certificate from Texas Governor Greg Abbott during a groundbreaking ceremony for its new tech facility in Jasper, Texas.
  • The rural technology innovation center is the second facility to open in just 2 years of business for Provalus .
  • The job creation initiative is expected to add over 200 jobs to the community of Jasper, Texas and at least 300 to Brewton, Alabama .
  • In addition to Michael Treyger, Deputy Director at the Office of the Governor, Texas State Representative James White and Texas Workforce Commissioner Aaron Demerson were also present to publicly recognize the 70+ jobs already created by Provalus in this southeast Texas town of 7,590.

United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc. Completes $26.25 Million Capital Raise

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019
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"We are very excited about the support of our existing shareholders as well as the participation of our new investors."

Key Points: 
  • "We are very excited about the support of our existing shareholders as well as the participation of our new investors."
  • FIG Partners, an employee-owned broker/dealer based in Atlanta, Georgia, acted as the Company's financial advisor in raising the new capital and Maynard Cooper & Gale, P.C.
  • United Bank is a $639,000,000 financial institution that has enjoyed 115 years of continuous service to Atmore, Alabama and surrounding communities.
  • United Bank has offices in Atmore, Brewton, Flomaton, Monroeville, Frisco City, Bay Minette, Foley, Lillian, Loxley, Magnolia Springs, Silver Hill, Spanish Fort, and Summerdale in Alabama.