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Alabama posts record-low unemployment rate for March

The latest unemployment rate hit a record low of 2.3% for March, Gov. Kay Ivey announced today. That figure is down from February’s 2.5%...

BJ’s Wholesale comes to Alabama

BJ’s Wholesale Club planted its first roots in the Yellowhammer State during a ground-breaking ceremony Thursday in Madison. The company also made a $10,000 donation...

Researchers: Transparency a key step for incentives

The use of economic development incentives by state and local governments is a common practice intended to attract private investment, create jobs, and stimulate...

Alabama Power workers restored power in Selma amid own troubles

With severe storms brewing across Alabama Jan. 12, Alabama Power Distribution Specialist Reid Buster was listening to weather reports on the radio as he drove...

Scofield honored as ‘Guardian of Small Business’

For his work in expanding broadband connectivity, State Sen. Clay Scofield received the Guardian of the Small Business Award today in Montgomery. "Senator Scofield has...

Leidos, NASCAR speed into lunar rover race

When you combine Alabama's space heritage and the Yellowhammer State's auto racing history, it could prove to be a winner in a new lunar...

Forbes features ‘Yella Fella’ origin, impact on Abbeville

A new documentary released by Forbes profiles a larger-than-life figure we know well here in Alabama: Jimmy Rane. Over the past half century, Rane scaled...

State sets broadband information sessions

In response to the critical need for internet access, the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has developed the Alabama Community Broadband Technical...

Honda Alabama opens $16 million customization facility

LINCOLN, Alabama — Honda has launched a new facility at its Alabama Auto Plant that is dedicated to the installation of accessory option packages on...

Push ’em back: Tuberville on defense for Space Command move

WASHINGTON -- Once again, a shot is taken at taken at a proposal to move the U.S. Space Command to Redstone Arsenal. And, once again,...

This tag is it: Drive Electric license plate available

A new campaign is charging up support from drivers across the state. The Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition debuted an official Alabama license plate available for...

Alabama cities on target for new business ISP

Alabama may soon have another internet service provider for business and enterprise. Uniti Group, specialists in critical communications infrastructure, announced plans to introduce its fiber...

Survey: Most Alabamians want grocery tax ended

The majority of Alabamians would like to see the state grocery tax eliminated, according to a survey by the Alabama Republican Party. The survey polled...

Robot target production facility opens in Huntsville

Huntsville, already a leader in national defense, will become home to Marathon Robotics, the country's first autonomous ground robot production facility for military and...

Applications accepted for Fishery Disaster Relief Program

The Alabama Marine Resources Division of the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is accepting applications for disaster assistance to those affected by...

FBI warns against using public charging stations

They are the most popular sites in airports, hotels and even restaurants. Now, though, they may also be the most dangerous - financially speaking -...

Paschal bill to aid cosmetologists within military

Legislation has been introduced that would allow military personnel and military dependents, licensed as cosmetologists in states other than Alabama, to continue practicing their...

Maynard Nexsen CEO reflects on merger, looks to future

Alabama-based Maynard Cooper & Gale and Carolinas-based Nexsen Pruet have officially merged to become one national law firm: Maynard Nexsen. The merger - initially announced...

Two UAB startups receive grants from Innovate Alabama

The Alabama Innovation Corporation awarded two University of Alabama at Birmingham startups with grants during the second round of Innovate Alabama Supplemental Grant awards. The Innovate Alabama Supplemental...

Toyota Alabama launches $49 million solar project for engine plant

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Toyota Alabama’s engine manufacturing facility will soon be relying on the sun to generate over 70% of its power needs thanks...

ADECA hosting broadband information meetings

With more than half of the counties in the Yellowhammer State already accounted for, the Alabama Community Broadband Technical Assistance Program continues its information...

Celebrations at Realtor Day at the Capitol

“We’re not just selling homes, we’re shaping our communities.” According to Arc Realty Co. South, “agents had a great day celebrating the real estate...

Broadband meetings reached more than half of counties

Increased access to broadband has been the central topic of meetings throughout Alabama. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs began the information sessions...

Dr. Daniel Sutter: TikTok and national security

The House Energy and Commerce Committee grilled ByteDance CEO Show Zi Chew as Congress seeks to either force a sale of TikTok to a...