The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce announced that Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) continues to invest in its workforce with major initiatives aimed at enhancing team members’ well-being. The company recently celebrated the grand opening of its $14 million Care Center, reinforcing its dedication to employee health and workplace support. This milestone follows the March 2024 launch of TOOTRiS, an employer-sponsored […]

When it comes to business and manufacturing, Alabama is the envy of the nation and needs to stay on that path. That was the tenor Thursday at the National Association of Manufacturers annual State of Manufacturing update.

Huntsville has long been a symbol of American innovation. From the Apollo missions to the cutting-edge work happening today at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center, this city embodies the power of American ingenuity.

Twenty-eight Alabama-based construction companies have been named among the nation’s top-performing firms by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) National. The 2025 ABC Top Performers list recognizes contractors for excellence in safety, quality, project achievement, and workforce development, with rankings determined by total hours worked.

Lawrence Medical Center (LMC) has announced a major shift in its healthcare services, partnering with Huntsville Hospital Health System (HH Health) to modernize outpatient care in Lawrence County. The decision, made by the LMC Board, comes as rural hospitals across Alabama face increasing financial challenges.

Birmingham-based marketing and advertising agency, Big Com, has announced three new promotions to key leadership positions within the company. The individuals who were selected for the promotions are Merry Michael Smith, Mary Jane Cleage, and Donna Cope.

For almost 40 years, Oak Mountain Amphitheatre in Pelham, Alabama, has hosted memorable nights of music and entertainment. Now, the former iconic venue will serve a different purpose.

Speaking to the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) on Tuesday morning, newly-elected Pro Tem of the Alabama Senate, Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) addressed the importance of equipping all Alabamians with the necessary training to secure stable, high-paying jobs that align with the evolving demands of the 21st-century economy. He detailed an overarching agenda focused on workforce development, […]

Eight young farm families were honored for excellence in production agriculture, Alabama Farmers Federation involvement, and community service on Feb.15 during the Young Farmers Conference in Muscle Shoals.

Innovate Alabama is continuing to foster a culture of progress and success in the state's business community through grant funding. The organization announced late last week that it has now selected 58 companies from across the state to receive a portion of an almost $15 million endowment. 

Alabama business magnate Angus R. Cooper III was elected to the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees in a unanimous vote to represent the First Congressional District. Trustees acclaimed Cooper as a visionary in business, in the state’s economy and workforce, and most importantly, in the continued success of the UA System’s mission. Recently […]

Manufacture Alabama has announced the launch of Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in Alabama, a contest celebrating the state's best manufacturers and their top-of-the-line products.

Just a month after the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket, Jeff Bezos-founded Blue Origin said it is cutting about 10% of its workforce. The layoffs affect roughly 1,400 of the company’s nearly 14,000 employees – mostly concentrated in Florida, Texas and Washington.

Mach 5 is the name of the car in the “Speed Racer” anime series. It’s also the target speed of a ground-breaking UAS project by a pair of Huntsville companies. Cummings Aerospace and ATRX have signed an agreement to integrate ATRX’s high-speed turbo-rocket onto a proven airframe from Cummings Aerospace with the goal of developing […]

In a special announcement by the Alabama Agribusiness council, state leaders revealed the economic impact of Alabama’s agriculture and forestry industries.  According to the newly released study, agriculture and forestry contribute a staggering $77.3 billion annually to Alabama’s economy, making it one of the top industries in the state. These industries account for 273,271 jobs, […]

The University of Alabama System held its 2025 Montgomery Drive-In last week. The event drew more than 80 members of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama and also local business leaders. The annual gathering is one of the chamber's most popular public policy and advocacy initiatives.

Auburn University is leveraging this advanced technology to create a more engaging experience for fans and enhance performance on the field. WBRC has reported that before the Auburn Tigers take the field at Jordan-Hare Stadium, fans are treated to an exciting hype video that features head coach Hugh Freeze and the players walking through a snowy landscape.

A fifth-grade teacher at Gilliard Elementary in Mobile recently received one of the highest honors in education, the prestigious Milken Educator Award. Mary Travis was surprised with the award during an assembly, assuming that she was attending a routine school event.

“Good things come to those who wait” is a famous quote that seems appropriate for the upcoming move scheduled for the Alabama Department of Revenue. It has taken four years to prepare the newly constructed $130 million Centennial Hill Building for occupancy, but it's almost ready to house over 700 state employees.

Global steel giant ArcelorMittal will invest $1.2 billion to build a cutting-edge electrical steel manufacturing facility in Alabama and create 200 permanent jobs in Mobile. Set to begin construction later this year and set to open in 2027, the future facility will produce up to 150,000 metric tons of non-grain-oriented electrical steel (NOES) every year. […]

In an effort to drive innovation, strengthen the defense sector, and fuel regional growth, the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Montgomery TechLab (MTL) and Treble One.  The Chamber announced the launch of the innovative Defense Accelerator, set to begin this summer.

A glimmer of hope shot through farm country late last year when Congress included $10 billion of economic aid for farmers in an end-of-year resolution. Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell said the relief package was a critical first step to help farmers stay in business until a new, improved farm bill is passed. The American Relief Act extended the 2018 Farm Bill through September.

Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair today announced that the Alabama Growth Alliance, a public-private partnership dedicated to advancing the state’s economic priorities, has endorsed the creation of the Alabama Development Fund to provide a source of sustainable funding for economic development without increasing taxes or cutting existing programs. Secretary McNair said the Alabama Development Fund would allow Alabama to remain competitive […]

Four Star Freightliner, a leading truck dealership in the Southeast, has taken a significant step in workforce development by registering its Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program with the state of Alabama.