Amazon CEO David Clark this past weekend gave the keynote speech at the spring commencement for his alma mater, Auburn University. During the speech, he challenged graduates to consider taking chances and not to fear failure. He used his own experiences to highlight “nonlinear” paths to a career and provide necessary life principles. Commenting on […]

Novelis, an Atlanta-based aluminum producer, on Wednesday announced the company’s plans for a $2.5 billion rolling and recycling plant in Baldwin County. The company, which is a world leader in aluminum recycling, plans to create up to 1,000 jobs at its 3,000-acre Bay Minette mega-site. According to the governor’s office, Novelis plans for an average […]

Huntsville International Airport is the most expensive for domestic flights across the United States, according to NetCredit. In its 2022 US Flight Cost Index list, NetCredit analyzed data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics to identify the average cost of a flight from major and regional airports offering a cheaper route. Comparing ticket prices against […]

Monday, Airbus leadership joined with local elected officials and education professionals at Bishop State Community College to roll out the aerospace giant’s growth plans for its Mobile manufacturing facility. The company announced the addition of a third final assembly line to support increased production of its A320 Family of single-aisle passenger aircraft. Airbus’ growth plans […]

Alabama-based company Xtreme Concepts is partnering with The World Games 2022 to introduce two new brands to the Yellowhammer State, Bison Union Co. and Musket Power Seasoning. Xtreme Concepts is the presenting sponsor for the event’s drone racing, which will be held at Birmingham’s Protective Stadium July 9-10. The company will be co-presenting sponsor for […]

Automotive manufacturing is one of Alabama’s most important industries, and inspiring Alabama students for careers in the field is an ongoing mission. Last week, more than 1,500 students from across the state got a glimpse into automotive career opportunities and other engineering- and manufacturing-related fields during “Field Trip Friday” at the Honda Indy Grand Prix of […]

TechBirmingham will host its seventh annual CyberNow Summit on May 11-13. After two years as a virtual event due to the pandemic, the cybersecurity conference will take place both in person at the Red Mountain Theater Arts Campus and, for those who prefer to attend virtually, at cybernowsummit.com. Deon Gordon “While the virtual conferences of the last two years […]

UAB School of Nursing Associate Professor Pariya Wheeler has been awarded a two-year, $100,000 grant to study the neuropsychological impact of COVID-19 in older adults. It is one of UAB’s first grants examining the cognitive effects of COVID-19 and one of eight awards from the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN) and the Alzheimer’s Association. Wheeler’s study will recruit 100 adults age 65 and older who had […]

MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that economic development activity across Alabama surged during 2021, with a new report showing that projects launched during the year will inject $7.7 billion in capital investment and almost 10,200 jobs into the state’s strengthening economy. The project activity is outlined in the 2021 New & Expanding Industry […]

TUSKEGEE, Alabama — Construction is scheduled to begin soon on the first building in a logistics park along Interstate 85 in Macon County that backers say could have a massive economic impact when its three phases are developed. The project, called the Regional East Alabama Logistics (REAL) Park, stems from a partnership between the Macon County […]

HARTSELLE, Alabama — Cerrowire, a major U.S. manufacturer of copper building wire, today officially launched an expansion project near its Morgan County factory, where it will build a 270,000-square-foot facility to produce metal clad cable in Alabama. Cerrowire, which is investing over $100 million in the project, said the new facility at the Morgan Center Business […]

Monday, United Launch Alliance (ULA) announced that it had reached a three-year contract agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). The agreement officially approves the outcome of contract negotiations, which began April 11 and concluded April 21. Terms were approved in a May 1 ratification vote of all geographical locations covered […]

Now that a multiyear effort to restore, enhance and protect the shoreline habitats of the “Seafood Capital” of Alabama is complete, state and local leaders are turning their attention to an economic development project in Bayou La Batre they believe will transform the community for generations to come. Details of the Bayou La Batre City Docks Redevelopment Project were […]

Afternoon sun streams through a big bay window, putting a natural spotlight on a thick stack of rosemary-scented ham and creamy whipped butter on an hours-out-of-the-oven baguette. It deserves the attention. It’s the French Pig sandwich and one of the offerings that draws a steady stream of folks – locals and otherwise – to Tallassee’s Grove […]

This week, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama was one of 44 large employers awarded the prestigious Business Group on Health Best Employers: Excellence in Health & Well-being Award. This award is given to companies that have shown outstanding commitment to advancing employee well-being through comprehensive and innovative benefits and initiatives. Blue Cross was […]

Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q is much more than a beloved family business. It’s a restaurant that honors a storied Southern culinary tradition of food and fire. Bob Sykes Bar-B-Q also is a fixture in the greater Birmingham area and even beyond – bringing diverse crowds of diners from the metro area, and all over the country, to […]

Kronospan, a leading manufacturer of wood-based panel products and related value-added products, plans to invest $46.5 million to expand its North American headquarters in Oxford. The company has been in Oxford since 2008 and currently employs more than 500 Alabama residents. In a press release from City of Oxford spokeswoman Lori Denton, the Oxford City […]

On Monday, C Spire, a telecommunications and technology services company, announced plans for expansion of its fiber gigabit broadband network. With a goal to deliver the best experiences in wireless, fiber internet and business IT solutions, the company plans to invest $500 million to include Hoover and Homewood in its network. These two cities are […]

HB 171, the bill renewing the First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Program, received final passage from the legislature earlier this month. With a vote of 25-0, senators moved the bill forward, sending it to the governor for her signature. Alabama Realtors thanks the bill sponsors Representative Kyle South (R-Fayette) and Senator Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) for carrying […]

HB 171, the bill renewing the First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Program, received final passage from the legislature earlier this month. With a vote of 25-0, senators moved the bill forward, sending it to the governor for her signature. Alabama Realtors thanks the bill sponsors Representative Kyle South (R-Fayette) and Senator Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) for carrying […]

REFORM, Alabama — Nature’s Earth Products LLC plans to invest over $10.8 million in an expansion project that will double the manufacturing capacity of its environmentally friendly products at the company’s facility in Pickens County. The Alabama Department of Commerce announced today that the growth project will add 12 new jobs to the Nature’s Earth workforce in […]

DOTHAN, Alabama — Dothan Warehouse plans to invest $8 million to expand its facility in Houston County in the second phase of a growth project, creating 25 jobs and broadening the commercial hub’s capabilities, according to the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce. Phase 2 of the expansion calls for Dothan Warehouse to enlarge its warehouse space by 30,000 […]

Yellowhammer Multimedia is publishing its list of Alabama’s most powerful and influential political leaders. Taking into account conversations with political insiders, as well as the most recent developments in politics and public policy, the list is meant to recognize the top individuals in government and politics who leverage their power and influence on behalf of […]

HB 171, the bill renewing the First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Program, received final passage from the legislature earlier this month. With a vote of 25-0, senators moved the bill forward, sending it to the governor for her signature. Alabama Realtors thanks the bill sponsors Representative Kyle South (R-Fayette) and Senator Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) for carrying […]