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Alabama Workforce Council releases updated regional workforce profiles
All issues related to workforce development continue to be at the forefront of economic development discussions. While working to confront challenges related to the...
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope historic Christmas launch made possible by Marshall Space Flight Center
Christmas Day will see the launch of NASA's historic James Webb Space Telescope which will allow mankind to gain a deeper understanding of early...
Alabama Capital Network to assume oversight of Birmingham Venture Club
The Alabama Capital Network (ACN) on Monday announced that it will assume oversight and operational control of the Birmingham Venture Club (BVC).
ACN, a community...
Expect a (slightly) cooling real estate market as winter approaches
Cooler weather is often a welcome relief from the dog days of summer, and a cooler market also may bring some relief to Alabama...
Bet on rural tech jobs pays off with new Alabama HQ for Provalus
BREWTON, Alabama – Provalus, an information technology services firm that seeks to tap talent in underserved communities, has opened a 55,000-square-foot headquarters in Brewton,...
Ferroglobe unit sets plan to restart silicon metal facility in Selma
SELMA, Alabama — Alabama officials announced today Globe Metallurgical Inc. (GMI), a subsidiary of Ferroglobe PLC, a leading producer of silicon metal and specialty...
Southeast Alabama business leaders mentor students at Power of Youth Leadership Forum
High school students from Covington, Dale, Geneva, Henry and Houston Counties gathered in Ozark last week for the 2021 Power of Youth Leadership Forum, an...
Parker Solar Probe breakthrough gives scientists hard data to solve a solar puzzle
Scientists are closer to solving a solar heating puzzle using direct data now that NASA’s Parker Solar Probe (PSP), on which The University of...
Regions Financial Corp. acquires Clearsight Advisors, seeks to further expand capital markets growth
Regions Financial Corp. on Friday announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire merger and acquisitions firm Clearsight Advisors, Inc.
Clearsight serves...
Expect a (slightly) cooling real estate market as winter approaches
Cooler weather is often a welcome relief from the dog days of summer, and a cooler market also may bring some relief to Alabama...
Alabama Farm-City opens 2022 Farm of Distinction contest
The Alabama Farm-City Committee this week began accepting at-large applications for its annual Farm of Distinction contest and will run through February 4.
The winner...
Successful on-the-job training lands 22-year-old a golden opportunity
When seeking employment opportunities, job seekers become discouraged to find that employers oftentimes prefer candidates with years of experience in a particular field of...
Regions Bank offering financial services, assistance for disaster relief efforts
Individuals and entities across the Yellowhammer State have committed time and efforts to assist those impacted by the recent tornado outbreak that devastated communities...
Wind Creek Hospitality announced as official World Games 2022 resort and casino partner
The World Games 2022 on Wednesday announced that Wind Creek Hospitality, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians' gaming authority, had been chosen as its...
Memorial will ensure Huntsville’s space exploration contributions will be preserved
The NASA/Marshall Retirees Association is taking steps to ensure that the difficult and innovative work of space exploration by Huntsvillians will always be recognized...
Gov. Kay Ivey, Condoleezza Rice discuss economic growth, innovation; Alabama Innovation Corporation board established
State leadership on Tuesday announced the seating of the Alabama Innovation Corporation board of directors, a legislatively-established public-private partnership.
Gov. Kay Ivey and former U.S....
Expect a (slightly) cooling real estate market as winter approaches
Cooler weather is often a welcome relief from the dog days of summer, and a cooler market also may bring some relief to Alabama...
Nominations open for Alabama State Parks sixth annual Eagle Awards
The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will again recognize special contributors to the parks with its...
HData announces business intelligence partnership with Alabama Power, relocation to Birmingham
HData, an early-stage regulatory technology startup delivering automated compliance and instant business intelligence to the U.S. regulated energy industry, announced a strategic partnership with Alabama...
2021 Made in Alabama Holiday Gift Guide features down-home innovations
Buying local has taken on a new urgency this holiday season, and Alabama’s artisans, manufacturers and other homegrown businesses offer plenty of options to...
How Alabama is leading the global energy technology revolution
Alabama strengthened its reputation Tuesday as the global hub of energy technology innovation when nine startups revealed their growth plans during Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator‘s...
Poarch Band of Creek Indians earns Illinois Gaming Board approval for Chicago casino resort
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians on Thursday announced that it had scored a regulatory victory in its plans to open a casino resort...
How Alabama homeowners can beat the supply chain blues
Alabama homeowners are finding they are in the same boat with businesses and consumers across the country in dealing with supply chain issues.
From extended...
Birmingham-based Boulo Solutions partnership to provide mental health services for working mothers
Birmingham-based work services company Boulo Solutions on Wednesday announced a partnership which will serve the work-life balance needs of mothers.
Boulo is partnering with Nashville-based...