Tuscaloosa County is taking a major step forward in its efforts to attract new industries, thanks to a $296,000 grant from Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. The funding will be used by the Tuscaloosa County Economic Development Authority (TCEDA) to prepare key industrial sites for future development. The grant, the largest […]

What began as a small, family-run business in 2003 has grown into one of Alabama’s most innovative food service manufacturers. Southern Visions, LLP, the company behind Sweet Brew® Tea, has transformed the fresh-brewed beverage industry with its innovative tea and sugar pouch system. Now, with multiple expansions and a growing workforce, the company is making […]

Row crop farmers impacted by poor economic conditions can now apply for the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. Applications close Aug. 15. Alabama Farmers Federation’s Mitt Walker said eligible farmers will receive a prefilled application via mail that notes individual payment calculations but can also apply online or in a Farm Service Agency office. “We appreciate […]

Ahead of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration has named Kim and Larry Lewis, owners of PROJECTXYZ Inc. in Huntsville, as the Alabama Small Business Persons of the Year. The announcement was made as the SBA announced the 2025 the nationally recognized Small Business Person of the Year award winners from each state, […]

Secretary of the Department of Workforce Greg Reed recently visited the Academy of Craft Training in Birmingham. Secretary Reed praised the work being done by ACT and ABC of Alabama, saying, “Growing skilled trades in Alabama will be vital to our state’s workforce efforts. ABC of Alabama is truly a team player, and they play […]

 The Alabama Department of Commerce and its partners in Export Alabama have launched an international business development mission to Poland, helping state-based companies explore new opportunities in one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies. Representatives from six Alabama firms are engaging in high-level discussions and business-to-business meetings with Polish government officials, companies and industry leaders this week. […]

It takes the “right stuff” to be a successful company for 26 years. At a ribbon-cutting Monday at Cummings Research Park, Radiance Technologies celebrated the company’s newest facility with praise for Huntsville and the employees. “The keys to Radiance’s success are the right place at the right time and with the right stuff,” said CEO Bill Bailey. […]

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey met with representatives of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation on Tuesday to discuss the potential effects of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the state’s automotive industry. The meeting focused on understanding how the trade policies could impact vehicle production, pricing, and investments in Alabama. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a trade […]

It’s a chilly and overcast morning in the Magic City, and I’m on a mission to find the best pastry in Birmingham.   I will be the first to admit that this was a self-assigned mission, but who could blame me? Birmingham boasts a wide selection of world-class bakeries, many of which deserve more recognition […]

The Alabama Department of Commerce advises that businesses across the state can now take advantage of free training to help supervisors identify and respond to mental health and substance abuse issues in the workforce. The 8-hour training session is provided by the University of Alabama’s VitAL partnership, which uses education and training to help improve […]

Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, with two locations in Decatur, has once again been crowned Alabama’s best barbecue joint by Southern Living. This marks the second consecutive year that the iconic eatery has claimed the title in the magazine’s annual ranking of the South’s top barbecue spots. For nearly a century, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q has […]

Manufacturing is taking off in Huntsville-Limestone County, and GE Aerospace is providing an economic engine to drive the growth. The aircraft engine builder announced plans on Wednesday to invest nearly $1 billion in its U.S. factories and supply chain to strengthen manufacturing and increase the use of innovative new parts and materials needed for the […]

The Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama were the recent recipients of a prestigious award at a Las Vegas event hosted by the organization’s national chapter. The accolade, the Strategic Plan Chapter Performance Award for 2024-2029, recognized the Yellowhammer State’s branch for its membership growth, political advocacy, total human health, and workforce development. It marks […]

Southwest Airlines has announced significant changes to its baggage policies, which will impact many passengers starting May 28. While the airline has long been known for offering free checked bags, the new policy will require some customers to pay for their luggage. Now, no airline offers free checked bags to all its customers. Under the […]

TechBirmingham has announced the launch of its first-ever Southeast regional pitch competition, Sloss.Tech/Ideas, with support from the Regions Foundation. The competition will debut as part of the expanded three-day Sloss Tech conference beginning June 25. Innovative startups from across the Southeast will have the opportunity to compete for a $50,000 grand prize, along with additional […]

Longleaf Recovery and Wellness, with facilities in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Baldwin County, has applied for a State Health Plan adjustment to add 60 new substance use treatment beds in Shelby County – a county that currently has no residential addiction treatment facilities. The expansion would establish 10 detox beds and 50 residential treatment beds in […]

The Magic City Classic, the largest Historically Black College and University football game in the country, has signed on Amazon as the title sponsor. The event, now officially named the Amazon Magic City Classic, presented by Coca-Cola, marks a historic partnership that enhances the experience for fans, the Universities, and the community. “We are thrilled […]

Alabama Power recently joined hands with residents of Cottonwood to help replace many of the trees that were destroyed by a devastating EF-2 tornado on Jan. 9, 2024. Since the storm hit more than a year ago, the ecosystem of oak trees that once graced the small town are gone. David Norwood, Community Relations manager for […]

Boeing is set to lay off 71 employees at its Huntsville, Alabama facility, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice posted on February 18. The Montgomery Advertiser reported that the layoffs, effective April 18, mark the third round of job cuts at the site in the past year. The Alabama Department […]

The latest SUVs making a smooth ride down the assembly lines of Honda Alabama Auto Plant in Lincoln are designed for more rugged destinations once they leave the plant and the showroom floors.   The all-new, 2026 Passport and Passport TrailSport SUVs officially kicked off production at the Honda plant on Feb. 28. Honda officials and […]

Alabama homeowners seeking financial relief from construction disputes may now receive up to $30,000 in compensation, thanks to a recent change by the Home Builders Licensure Board. The adjustment raises the maximum potential payout from the Homeowners Recovery Fund from the previous $20,000 limit. The fund, established in 1992, provides financial assistance to homeowners who […]

On Friday, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals handed down the most consequential ruling in a years-long legal battle that has effectively stalled the state’s medical cannabis industry, first authorized in 2021. In the decision, the appellate court ruled that the Montgomery Circuit Court lacked jurisdiction to impose a temporary restraining order (TRO) and that […]

When Dr. Kimberly Robinson, CEO and executive director of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, was growing up in Birmingham, a NASA female astronaut came to her high school to present her with an award. “The astronaut said she got her engineering degree and went to work for NASA and applied for the astronaut corps,” […]

Huntsville Hospital has made Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025. This list recognized 1,000 standout organizations across the U.S. that offer supportive workplace policies with an active commitment to diversity and inclusion. Newsweek and data research firm Plant-A Insights Group compiled the list based on an assessment of publicly accessible data, discussions and interviews […]