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Report touts Alabama’s natural, outdoor assets as economic development draw
Many folks may not view parks and nature trails as pivotal tools for economic development. But a recent report prepared for the Alabama Innovation Commission hails...
Distillery spurs vibrancy, new development in downtown Headland
HEADLAND, Alabama – When Lloyd Keel opened a distillery in Henry County three years ago, he envisioned a hobby business built on his longtime...
Why you should visit Bayou La Batre, the Seafood Capital of Alabama
If you’ve always wanted to visit a small, sleepy fishing village where most residents make a living from working on the water, Bayou La Batre (pronounced...
South Alabama celebrates record fundraising year
A growing alumni base, combined with committed supporters willing to give, has led to the most successful fundraising year in University of South Alabama...
Telemedicine startup MomentMD establishing Alabama headquarters
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – Florida-based telemedicine startup MomentMD is establishing a headquarters in Birmingham after receiving an investment from the Alabama Futures Fund (AFF), a...
Birmingham ‘on the move’ as officials place finishing touches on Fox Sports USFL deal
Birmingham officials are finalizing agreements to bring Fox Sports' United States Football League (USFL) to Alabama's Magic City.
Within the past month, local leadership held...
Auburn, Tuskegee partner to open access among communications programs
In an effort that increases access to Auburn University among students from underrepresented areas of Alabama, Auburn and Tuskegee University signed an agreement recently that adjoins the institutions’...
This Alabama bedroom community is booming
Millbrook may fit the traditional definition of a bedroom community. But don’t be fooled; this Alabama city is wide awake.
“We’re seeing a tremendous number of...
Alabama Power’s Arnab Ghosal is working for a smarter grid
The Birmingham Business Journal recently unveiled its Top 40 Under 40 list for 2021, recognizing emerging leaders in the business community.
Among those honored is...
How Alabama’s innovation vision helps cities and communities grow
Alabama’s roadmap to stimulate economic growth through innovation, entrepreneurship and technology will work only if state leaders in the public and private sectors work...
U.S. Space & Rocket Center unveils Blue Origin Mannequin Skywalker exhibit
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center on Friday unveiled a new exhibit in partnership with Blue Origin.
Students from the Ardmore Boys & Girls Club...
John Metchie, III partners with Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe
Alabama Crimson Tide standout wide receiver John Metchie, III is now partnering with Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe.
The company announced the agreement at an event on...
Growth projects bringing 3,000 jobs to Alabama’s rural counties
Economic development activity in Alabama’s rural counties ticked higher during the first half of 2021, building on growth projects that were launched in these...
Alabama Office of Apprenticeship launches interactive dashboard to promote apprenticeships
The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship (AOA) recently launched an innovative tool in the organization's effort to promote registered apprenticeship expansion in Alabama.
As part of...
State Rep. Garrett on lackluster workforce participation rate: ‘Through the back door’ we’ve set a new minimum wage at ‘about $15 an hour’
While Alabama's unemployment number hovers around 3%, the state's economy is still struggling with significant headwinds, given the workforce participation numbers are down significantly...
Veo, University of Alabama partner to provide 300 ebikes for Tuscaloosa campus students
The University of Alabama, by way of micromobility company Veo, is providing 300 ebikes to its Tuscaloosa campus students.
Veo earlier this year brought its...
Lockheed Martin, Space Foundation bringing space-focused STEM program to Huntsville schools
Thanks to funding from Lockheed Martin, Space Foundation is presenting its Space in the Community Program to two Huntsville schools.
From November 3 through November...
Breeze Airways showcases lavish Airbus A220 aircraft at Mobile manufacturing facility
Breeze Airway's new Airbus A220-300 aircraft was on display at the company's U.S. manufacturing facility in Mobile on Tuesday.
The A220-300 aircraft is the first...
Huntsville plays role in Boeing landing recognition for support of International Space Station
Space-related operations conducted by Boeing's Huntsville workforce have contributed to the aerospace titan's recognition from the Aviation Week Program for its support of the...
Regions reports ‘solid’ third quarter earnings of $624 million based on ‘strong foundation and a strategic plan’
Birmingham-based Regions Financial Corporation announced its third quarter 2021 earnings on Friday.
The company reported net income available to common shareholders of $624 million and...
How Alabama can attract more entrepreneurs and startup businesses
Alabama’s desire to stimulate economic growth through innovation, entrepreneurship and technology has a clear roadmap for success thanks to the work of dozens of...
This Alabama company’s newest equipment requires special delivery
APM Terminals (APM), a company that helps businesses send and receive products, got some help this week receiving a special delivery for itself.
APM moved two...
Southern Auto Manufacturers Alliance taps Sec. Canfield for Hall of Fame
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — The Southern Automotive Manufacturers Alliance (SAMA), an organization representing one of the region’s most dynamic growth industries, this week announced that...
Business leaders help build Habitat for Humanity home in Tuscaloosa
West Alabama executives spent a recent fine, fall day volunteering for Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa’s annual CEO Build, an initiative that brings together business leaders...