Farmers who use the federal H-2A guest worker program scored a crucial victory last week when a district court halted overreach from the Department of Labor (DOL). On Nov. 26, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi barred the DOL from enforcing its Worker Protection Rule, which unlawfully extended unionization rights to […]

As a continuation of supporting Alabama’s fish habitats, Alabama Power experts and volunteers recently partnered with the University of Montevallo fishing team, Mossback Fish Habitat; Steve Bardin, a fisheries biologist with the Major League Fishing (MLF) professional bass fishing league (formerly FLW); and Greg Vinson, professional bass fishing angler within MLF, to deploy Mossback fish habitat into Lay Lake. Both professionals […]

The holiday season is here: the temperatures are cooling, the lights and wreaths are going up, and the store shelves are stocked and ready for holiday buyers. Instead of last-minute rushing through the aisles, prepare your checklist – and your wallet – with these tips and tricks from our friends at Regions Bank. This is […]

NASA has selected SpaceX to provide launch services for the Dragonfly mission, the fourth mission in NASA’s New Frontiers Program, managed by the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville. The rotorcraft lander mission is designed to explore Saturn’s moon Titan. Dragonfly will sample materials and determine surface composition in different geologic settings, advancing our search […]

It’s time again for some sippin’ and shoppin’ in downtown Athens. To celebrate the holiday season, Athens Main Street is once again hosting the Sippin’ Cider Festival. Now in its 14th year, the festival offers an evening of shopping, singing, and other fun holiday activities, such as sipping winter’s favorite drink. During the Sippin’ Cider […]

Dothan Warehouse announced today that it plans a $5.2 million expansion project that will add 120,000 square feet of temperature-controlled storage space while creating 50 jobs at the company’s Houston County facility. The project will provide 40,000 square feet of space to store products needing temperature levels at 35 degrees and 80,0000 square feet of […]

The Retirement Systems of Alabama is reporting a record year of investment performance. According to a recent newsletter from the organization, the Teachers’ Retirement System, Employees’ Retirement System, and Judicial Retirement Fund have seen major returns on investments for the fiscal year that concluded on September 30. 

Alabama State Sen. Greg Albritton made his case for bringing the nuclear industry to south Alabama during an address to the Mobile County Municipal Association’s Nov. 21 meeting at Steele Creek Lodge. Albritton (R-Atmore) voiced opposition to the Mobile Chamber of Commerce’s fight against bringing the U.S.S. Enterprise, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, to Mobile for […]

Capitol Resources, a government relations and public affairs firm with an influential Alabama presence, announced the launch of its new subsidiary, Health Resources. The new company will specialize in health policy consulting and strategic advisory services to advance effective healthcare policies. Drew Snyder, a seasoned healthcare leader, will lead the new venture. Snyder recently served […]

Atmore officials say a $703,000 grant from Alabama’s new Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program will advance industrial development in the rural Escambia County city. Atmore will use the SEEDS grant to purchase land, primarily from Swift Lumber Co., that was either inside or adjacent to Atmore Industrial Park. With these funds, the […]

Alabama stands at a historic crossroads. The digital divide is a stark reality in our state, particularly in communities across my district in the Black Belt. While urban areas enjoy the benefits of high-speed internet, many rural residents are left in the dark, unable to access the essential tools and opportunities of today’s 21st century […]

Want to keep your hard-earned dollars in Alabama this holiday season? You can support your community and local farmers by giving those on your list a Sweet Grown Alabama gift box. Sweet Grown Alabama is the state’s nonprofit agricultural branding program. It promotes Alabama farms and farmers markets and urges support for restaurants that use locally […]

Auburn University College of Education graduate student Katelyn Nelson’s aspirations are solidly focused on artificial intelligence. “My career goal is to leverage the knowledge and skills I have gained throughout my education to help train the next generation of leaders and learners,” said the Minnesota native, who is a third-year doctoral candidate. “I aspire to […]

The Regions Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to Innovation Portal’s TechAcademy, a business accelerator program designed to equip under-resourced entrepreneurs along the Gulf Coast with essential technological tools and resources. The grant announcement coincides with the 2024 TechAcademy Graduation, where 18 companies celebrated completing the program with networking opportunities and business pitches. “We’re building […]

Alabama's small business community is continuing its trend of massive growth with over 449,000 small businesses now calling the state home. That number represents 99.4% of all businesses in the entire state currently.

WASHINGTON — BL Harbert International of Birmingham has been awarded a contract by the Navy to build an electrical power plant in Djibouti. According to a news release from the Department of Defense, the $203,926,827 a firm-fixed-price contract was awarded by Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Atlantic, Norfolk, Va. The work at Camp Lemonnier in […]

The City of Cullman has once again transformed Depot Park into its annual Christkindlmarkt, bringing the magic of Germany’s historic Christmas markets to the heart of Alabama. This festive celebration blends old-world charm with southern hospitality, offering visitors a truly unique holiday experience. Opening on November 21 and running through December 23, the Cullman Christkindlmarkt […]

The city of Huntsville will soon begin exploring possibilities for a parcel of downtown land that includes the Historic Huntsville Depot. EarlyWorks Museums recently chose to turn control of the 6½-acre depot complex back to the City. The complex also includes The Roundhouse Event Center at 398 Monroe St., though EarlyWorks is maintaining control of […]

Millhouse Howell Landscape Company is more than just a business; it’s a story of friendship, passion, and a commitment to bringing outdoor visions to life. Millhouse Howell Landscape Company was originally founded by Adam Millhouse but took its final form when he partnered with longtime friend, Will Howell.  The duo originally met in junior high […]

Josh Laney is the Director of the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship. Denise Miller is the Director of Apprenticeship Colorado. As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week, a new administration and Congress are contemplating the next chapter in federal policy around apprenticeships.  The past decade has borne witness to the undeniable popularity of the apprenticeship […]

Recognized as an asset to the “overall health and well-being of our community,” 13 emergency medical technicians graduated Thursday from HEMSI’s EMS Academy. The rigorous 10-week academy is a unique “earn-as-you-learn” workforce development program that helps fill a local, critical need for more trained EMTs. The program also supports the development of EMTs into Advanced […]

DC BLOX, a leading provider of digital infrastructure in the Southeastern United States, has announced plans to develop three new hyperscale edge node sites, with Montgomery and Huntsville selected as locations for advanced data centers. These investment projects underscore Atlanta-based DC BLOX’s commitment to meeting the region’s rapidly growing demand for cutting-edge digital infrastructure. The […]

The Associated Builders and Contractors have elected a Birmingham-based lawyer as the 2025 Chairman of the organization's National Board of Directors. David Pugh, a partner at Bradley, was chosen by his peers for the position at the association’s annual Leadership Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona on Tuesday.

Earlier this week, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians announced an agreement to purchase the Birmingham Racecourse from the McGregor family. The McGregor family owns both the Birmingham Racecourse and VictoryLand, a former dog racing track in Macon County. The Alabama Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association is expressing cautious optimism for the future of the […]