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A massive addition to the OWA Parks & Resort destination is set to open in May of 2025. The Poarch Band of Creek Indians announced this week that a resort style hotel with a price tag of over $50 million is now in the works.
With the threat of yet another possible federal government shutdown looming, legislators including Alabama's Senator Katie Britt are working tirelessly to find a tangible solution to the growing issue. Britt called a potential shutdown 'disastrous' and announced her support for a Continuing Resolution to ensure the government stays open.
If you are a Conecuh Sausage fan, the food giant has some good news for you. The company recently released a new Fresh Breakfast Patty courtesy of a collaboration between it and Alabama based Millie Ray and Sons, a famous producer of some of the state's most beloved orange and cinnamon rolls.
In order to supply the country with future aviators, a partnership has been formed between Auburn University's School of Aviation and the Marion Military Institute.
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell issued a reminder this week to all graduating seniors within her congressional district that there are only four days left to submit an application to obtain a nomination to one of the country's military service academies.
Alabama Power announced Tuesday that it is now broadening the services it offers to include a home repair service program. The new program, according to the energy company, will be provided by HomeServe, a leading provider of home service solutions.
Following her allocation of millions of dollars in grant funding to victims of child abuse in north Alabama, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Monday that she will be doing the same for those in the southern portion of the state.
Year by year, Mobile is increasingly recognized for its dominance as a business and manufacturing hub supporting not only Alabama — but the global economy as a whole. Gener8tor, a global venture firm and startup accelerator, announced a partnership with Innovation Portal, supported by the Innovate Alabama tax credit, to create the gBETA Gulf Coast […]
Fiber Utility Network Inc.(FUN), a coalition of eight electric co-ops, their subsidiaries, and partners, announced some big news for the group Tuesday. In an effort to more accurately reflect its role in the expansion of middle mile broadband throughout the state, FUN will now be known as the Alabama Fiber Network (AFN).
Two members of Alabama's congressional delegation have signaled their support for the recent articles of impeachment filed against U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia.
After another record breaking Rock the South this year, the producers of the event have announced that beginning in April 2024 they won't just be rocking the south anymore, they will be rocking a large portion of the entire country as well.
In an effort to draw in and produce more special education teachers within the state, the Alabama State Department of Education has announced that a $1-5K annual pay increase for those in the field may be coming in the near future.
In good news for plant employees, Hyundai Motors has announced that it is instituting a new, more competitive wage structure for workers at its Montgomery Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) plant.
In an attempt to boost the U.S. Department of Agriculture's data reporting accuracy and to also assist producers within the industry, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) has introduced legislation that would create a commission that in his words would serve to 'modernize' the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS).
For The University of Alabama at Birmingham, fiscal year 2023 brought a massive, amount of new funding and awards to the institution. According to the college's Office of Sponsored Programs, the cumulative amount of the new funding given to the school this year was $774.5 million.
In a major move for both companies, Mercedes-Benz HPC NA, has announced that it has formed a strategic partnership with Buc-ees, a company renowned for owning some of the world's most beloved-travel centers.
Another candidate has thrown their hat into the ring for the District 3, Alabama State Board of Education race. Kelly Mooney, a former principal of 15 years at Briarwood Christian School, announced Thursday that she intends to bring her years of experience and passion for education to the position.
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is making sure that any Alabamians and visitors from out of state know that absolutely no burning of any kind will be tolerated in Alabama's State Parks or on it's state public hunting lands and Forever Wild Land Trust tracts.
As a former member and 21 year veteran of the U.S. Army, State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R - Pelham) knows a thing or two about service and sacrifice. This year, for the Veterans Day holiday weekend, Paschall is asking that everyday Alabamians honor and thank veterans for their own service and sacrifice by extending a helping hand to veterans who maybe in crisis or in need.
Due to the state of Alabama experiencing an increased amount of wildfires that have already destroyed over 3,000 acres in a little over two weeks, Governor Kay Ivey has issued a statewide 'No Burn Order.' The order effectively bans all outdoor burning within the state for the foreseeable future.
On a press call with reporters Wednesday afternoon, Senator Tommy Tuberville got a break from questions regarding his extended holds on military positions and instead spoke about something very close to his heart. College football.
In good news for the state's gamesmen, Outdoor Alabama has announced that its 2023 Big Buck Challenge has officially begun. Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), discussed the state's white tail deer population and also this year's challenge.
Two notable state organizations have announced that they have banded together to begin a new initiative that both hope will draw additional biotech firms into Alabama and also help to expand the already existing start up companies in the state.

