With a snip of ceremonial scissors by Gov. Kay Ivey and Dothan Mayor Mark Saliba, the $30 million Wiregrass Innovation Center officially opened for business in downtown Dothan Monday.
In East Tyrol, a new innovation network called "Open East Tyrol" is launched. It aims to better connect companies, education and research. The aim is to promote innovation in a targeted manner and to address the shortage of skilled workers. The project runs for three years and is part of a nationwide programme.