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Seeking to save taxpayers and local schools millions of dollars, one Alabama lawmaker has a plan to streamline the approval process for certain education construction projects. State Rep. Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) has sponsored legislation which allows school systems and community colleges to locally control construction projects when the estimated cost is $500,000 or less. Under […]

The third video in the Our Yellowhammer 360 series was released on Monday and features Alabama House of Representatives Speaker Mac McCutcheon (R-Monrovia) and Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville). Our Yellowhammer 360, announced at the beginning of this year, is a partnership between Yellowhammer News and Our 360 News created in an effort to bring […]

Yellowhammer Multimedia on Friday announced that the annual POWER & INFLUENCE 40 and Yellowhammer 15 features will return in the coming weeks after a hiatus amid the coronavirus pandemic last year. For the past decade, Yellowhammer has released an annual list of the most powerful and influential people in Alabama business and politics. That tradition lives on […]

Alabama poised to be the big winner in The World Games 2022

In less than 16 months, the world will descend on Alabama. Over the course of 11 days, more than 600 medals will be awarded to competing athletes from over 100 countries around the world. The Games represent the highest level of competition in softball, bowling, gymnastics, martial arts, roller sports, water skiing, archery, climbing and […]

The World Games is an even bigger deal than you think

They call it The World Games for a reason. With more than 3,600 athletes from over 100 countries competing in nearly three dozen sports, The World Games is an international athletic and entertainment spectacle. And it is all happening right here in Alabama from July 7 through 17 during the Summer of 2022. The Yellowhammer […]

Alabama’s Spring Break destinations

Weary students and their equally winter-worn parents look forward to March and a little break from early classes, homework, projects, and deadlines. The pandemic has added stresses like virtual learning, quarantines, and limited extracurricular activities. With restrictions and safety recommendations limiting long-distance trips, Alabama has perfect Sweet Home getaways for spring break 2021. From the […]

The World Games is an even bigger deal than you think

They call it The World Games for a reason. With more than 3,600 athletes from over 100 countries competing in nearly three dozen sports, The World Games is an international athletic and entertainment spectacle. And it is all happening right here in Alabama from July 7 through 17 during the Summer of 2022. The Yellowhammer […]

Alabama’s Spring Break destinations

Weary students and their equally winter-worn parents look forward to March and a little break from early classes, homework, projects and deadlines. The pandemic has added stresses like virtual learning, quarantines and limited extracurricular activities. With restrictions and safety recommendations limiting long-distance trips, Alabama has perfect Sweet Home getaways for spring break 2021. From the […]

Alabama poised to be the big winner in The World Games 2022

In less than 16 months, the world will descend on Alabama. Over the course of 11 days, more than 600 medals will be awarded to competing athletes from over 100 countries around the world. The Games represent the highest level of competition in softball, bowling, gymnastics, martial arts, roller sports, water skiing, archery, climbing and […]

Alabama’s Spring Break destinations

Weary students and their equally winter-worn parents look forward to March and a little break from early classes, homework, projects and deadlines. The pandemic has added stresses like virtual learning, quarantines and limited extracurricular activities. With restrictions and safety recommendations limiting long-distance trips, Alabama has perfect Sweet Home getaways for spring break 2021. From the […]

A self-described “builder and believer in the Alabama market,” Ryan Robinett channeled his enthusiasm for putting people in positions for success when he founded Multiply, Inc. in 2018. Calling on his years of experience at a highly successful IT services firm, Robinett created Multiply around a set of core principles to which he has adhered […]

Businesses with fewer than 20 employees have until 5:00 p.m. Tuesday to take advantage of a special window set aside for them to apply for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. As part of the most recent changes to the COVID-19 relief program, the Small Business Administration (SBA) set aside an exclusive application period for small […]

Alabama’s strength in the real estate market continues to make national headlines

2020 was a record-breaking year for the U.S. housing market, and Alabama was no exception. Investment in the state generated a lot of attention from publications around the globe as a variety of Alabama destinations appear at the top of the list for booming markets. Here are a few examples of Alabama destinations identified by […]

Alabama’s strength in the real estate market continues to make national headlines

2020 was a record-breaking year for the U.S. housing market, and Alabama was no exception. Investment in the state generated a lot of attention from publications around the globe as a variety of Alabama destinations appear at the top of the list for booming markets. Here are a few examples of Alabama destinations identified by […]

Alabama’s strength in the real estate market continues to make national headlines

2020 was a record-breaking year for the U.S. housing market, and Alabama was no exception. Investment in the state generated a lot of attention from publications around the globe as a variety of Alabama destinations appear at the top of the list for booming markets. Here are a few examples of Alabama destinations identified by […]

The state of Texas experienced widespread electricity outages following this week’s winter storm that left much of the nation in a deep freeze. Reacting to news of the energy emergency, Alabama Public Service Commission President Twinkle Cavanaugh believes the situation was made worse by choices Texas made in building its energy policy. “Texas pursued policy […]

One less worry for Alabama job creators

The Business Council of Alabama applauds the members of the Alabama Legislature for providing much needed limited liability protections for business and other entities against COVID-related lawsuits. The recently passed law, a priority for the Business Council, provides ‘safe harbor’ for those who followed state health orders and governmental health guidelines. Entities covered under this […]

There is nothing quite like serving in the United States Senate. One could argue those seats comprise the 100 best jobs in the world. The six-year terms allow for a more methodical approach to fundraising and campaigning, while the heightened level of influence in the deliberative body of the greatest nation in the world carries […]

MONTGOMERY — Yellowhammer News editor-in-chief Sean Ross on Thursday afternoon sat down with Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed (R-Jasper) and House of Representatives Speaker Mac McCutcheon (R-Monrovia) following the third day of the legislature’s 2021 regular session. The two legislative leaders reflected on the beginning of the session, including how the ongoing COVID-19 […]

United Launch Alliance (ULA) has completed another step toward the inaugural launch of the Vulcan Centaur rocket later this year. ULA has modified its launch pad and facilities in Cape Canaveral, Florida, to accommodate the next-generation rocket built at the company’s world-class facility in Decatur. Completing this phase of preparation moves Vulcan Centaur even closer […]

5 reasons to buy instead of rent in 2021

Whether it’s newlyweds trading apartments for their first home or veteran renters taking advantage of historically low interest rates, 2021 offers a home buying climate that may never be seen again. Even though you likely know the strong arguments in favor of homeownership: investing for the future; building equity; tax benefits; cost stability; and that […]

5 reasons to buy instead of rent in 2021

Whether it’s newlyweds trading apartments for their first home or veteran renters taking advantage of historically low interest rates, 2021 offers a home buying climate that may never be seen again. Even though you likely know the strong arguments in favor of homeownership: investing for the future; building equity; tax benefits; cost stability; and that […]

Congratulations to Auburn alumnus U.S. Secretary of Defense General Lloyd Austin

Auburn is proud to celebrate the recent confirmation of Auburn alumnus Gen. Lloyd Austin as our nation’s secretary of defense. We applaud your incredible achievement and thank you for your continued service to protect our country. See the full story here.

5 reasons to buy instead of rent in 2021

Whether it’s newlyweds trading apartments for their first home or veteran renters taking advantage of historically low interest rates, 2021 offers a home buying climate that may never be seen again. Even though you likely know the strong arguments in favor of homeownership: investing for the future; building equity; tax benefits; cost stability; and that […]