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THE LEGENDARY DORINDA CLARK-COLE OF THE CLARK SISTERS TO BE HONORED AS A TRAILBLAZER OF GOSPEL AT THE 2024 BMI TRAILBLAZERS OF GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS

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Donnerstag, Februar 22, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will pay tribute to the songwriters and publishers behind the best in Gospel at the 2024 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards, held at Flourish Atlanta on Thursday, March 28th. Gospel legend and world-renowned evangelist Dorinda Clark-Cole will receive the evening's highest honor as a Trailblazer of Gospel in recognition of her illustrious career spanning over 50 years and incomparable influence on the genre and beyond. Jonathan McReynolds will receive the BMI Champion Award for his exceptional artistry and impact on Gospel music, marking the first time this accolade has been presented at this ceremony. 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.
  • "We're thrilled to be recognizing our BMI family of songwriters and publishers for their contributions to Gospel music and the Gospel community," said Brewton.
  • The Clark Sisters are among the legends of Gospel, and Dorinda's distinctive jazzy sound lends a unique brilliance to the group.
  • Dorinda Clark-Cole, known as the "Rose of Gospel Music," is a multiple award-winning singer/songwriter, a talk show host, and world-renowned evangelist.

LIL WAYNE TO BE NAMED A BMI ICON AT THE 2023 BMI R&B/HIP-HOP AWARDS

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Dienstag, Juni 27, 2023

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) will present the 5x GRAMMY® award-winning superstar rapper, executive and philanthropist Lil Wayne with the BMI Icon Award at the 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on September 6. BMI's highest honor will recognize Wayne's illustrious career spanning over 20 years and his incomparable influence on the genre and beyond. The evening will also celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, paying tribute to its legacy and continued influence on music creators and fans across multiple generations. Hosted by BMI President & CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta, Catherine Brewton, the private event will be held at LIV Nightclub in Miami Beach.

Key Points: 
  • "As a legend and superstar of Hip-Hop, Lil Wayne is synonymous with the genre.
  • Throughout his years with BMI, Wayne has received 52 BMI Awards as well as being named R&B/Hip Hop Songwriter of the Year in 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2013.
  • He also received College Song of the Year at the BMI London Awards in 2009 for his track "Down."
  • As the 2023 honoree, Lil Wayne joins an elite group of music creators who have received BMI's highest honor.

KOCH INDUSTRIES EARNS 2022 ENERGY STAR PARTNER OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR ENERGY MANAGEMENT

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Donnerstag, Mai 5, 2022

WICHITA, Kan., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Koch Industries, Inc. ("Koch") today announced that it has earned the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for 2022. This is the second consecutive year Koch has earned this award, moving the company into ENERGY STAR's Sustained Excellence category. ENERGY STAR award winners lead their industries in the production, sale, and adoption of energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, services, and strategies; it is the highest honor bestowed by the EPA.

Key Points: 
  • Koch wins highest EPA recognition for second consecutive year, enters Sustained Excellence category
    WICHITA, Kan., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Koch Industries, Inc. ("Koch") today announced that it has earned the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for 2022.
  • This is the second consecutive year Koch has earned this award, moving the company into ENERGY STAR's Sustained Excellence category.
  • Since joining the ENERGY STAR program in2015, Koch has maintained a high level of performance, improving energy efficiency in its businesses.
  • The ENERGY STAR award comes as Koch companies work toward even greater energy management and efficiency practices.

United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter Results

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Montag, Januar 31, 2022

ATMORE, Alabama, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTCQX: UBAB)- United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc., parent company of United Bank, Town-Country National Bank and UB Community Development, announces financial results for the period ended December 31, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • ATMORE, Alabama, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTCQX: UBAB)- United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc., parent company of United Bank, Town-Country National Bank and UB Community Development, announces financial results for the period ended December 31, 2021.
  • United Bank has offices in Atmore, East Brewton, Brewton, Daphne, Flomaton, Monroeville, Frisco City, Bay Minette, Foley, Lillian, Loxley, Magnolia Springs, Semmes, Silverhill, Spanish Fort, and Summerdale in Alabama.
  • United Bank serves Santa Rosa County, Florida in Jay, Milton, and Pace.
  • For more information about United Bank, please visit our website at www.unitedbank.com .

United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Results

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Donnerstag, Oktober 28, 2021

ATMORE, Ala., Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --(OTCQX: UBAB) - United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc., parent company of United Bank, Town-Country National Bank and UB Community Development, announces financial results for the period ended September 30, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • ATMORE, Ala., Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --(OTCQX: UBAB) - United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc., parent company of United Bank, Town-Country National Bank and UB Community Development, announces financial results for the period ended September 30, 2021.
  • United Bank has offices in Atmore, East Brewton, Brewton, Daphne, Flomaton, Monroeville, Frisco City, Bay Minette, Foley, Lillian, Loxley, Magnolia Springs, Semmes, Silverhill, Spanish Fort, and Summerdale in Alabama.
  • United Bank serves Santa Rosa County, Florida in Jay, Milton, and Pace.
  • For more information about United Bank, please visit our website at www.unitedbank.com .

UB Community Development LLC Announces Funding for Buc-ee's Store in Auburn, Alabama

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Mittwoch, Oktober 6, 2021

This will be the fourth Buc-ee's convenience store in Alabama and will create over 175 jobs in the Auburn community.

Key Points: 
  • This will be the fourth Buc-ee's convenience store in Alabama and will create over 175 jobs in the Auburn community.
  • UB Community Development was recently awarded a $65 million New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation by the Department of the Treasury.
  • For more information about UB Community Development, or for help with planning your next funding project, contact Alex Jones, President, UB Community Development at (251) 446-6017 or email [email protected] .
  • For more information about UB Community Development, visit our website at www.UBCommunityDevelopment.com.

United Bank names Michael Vincent, Chief Executive Officer

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Dienstag, September 21, 2021

ATMORE, Ala., Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors for United Bank has elected Michael R. (Mike) Vincent to serve as Chief Executive Officer and President of United Bank.

Key Points: 
  • ATMORE, Ala., Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors for United Bank has elected Michael R. (Mike) Vincent to serve as Chief Executive Officer and President of United Bank.
  • Vincent had been serving as interim President since the retirement of former Chief Executive Officer and President Robert R. Jones in July 2021.
  • Vincent previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer of United Bank.
  • Swift was elected to serve as interim Chief Executive Officer of United Bank, United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc., and Town Country National Bank.

United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc. Announces Completion of Acquisition of Town-Country National Bank

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Dienstag, Juli 27, 2021

Headquartered in Camden, Alabama, Town-Country National Bank will operate independently from United Bank, United Bancorporation's other wholly-owned community bank.

Key Points: 
  • Headquartered in Camden, Alabama, Town-Country National Bank will operate independently from United Bank, United Bancorporation's other wholly-owned community bank.
  • With the addition of Town-Country National Bank, United Bancorporation has assets exceeding $1.1 billion dollars.
  • We believe this is a natural fit that brings opportunity to all of us," said Mike Vincent, interim president of United Bancorporation and United Bank.
  • About United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc.
    United Bancorporation of Alabama, Inc. (OTCQX: UBAB)is a publicly-traded financial services holding company founded in 1982 and is the parent company of United Bank, Town-Country National Bank, and UB Community Development, LLC.

United Bancorporation of Alabama, (UBAB), the parent company of United Bank and UB Community Development, ranked 14th Nationally in American Banker's Top 200 Publicly Traded Banks

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Dienstag, Juni 29, 2021

The survey reviewed more than 500 banks across the country to compile the top 200 list.

Key Points: 
  • The survey reviewed more than 500 banks across the country to compile the top 200 list.
  • "2020 was a challenging year," said United Bank CEO Robert R. Jones, III.
  • As consumers and small businesses in rural communities grappled with the onset of COVID-19, United Bank stepped up as an active leader within our community.
  • The top 200 community banks had median revenue growth of 12.3 percent in 2020, up from 7.3 percent a year earlier.

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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Mittwoch, März 10, 2021

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.