The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology on Monday reported that the organization had generated $3.2 billion in economic impact for the state of Alabama. The announcement comes on the heels of an analysis study conducted by the Center for Management and Economic Research at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The report measured the Huntsville-based institute’s […]

VANCE, Alabama – As Mercedes-Benz U.S. International continues to expand its $6 billion Alabama auto assembly operation, the company is also investing in schools and training programs across the state, including those in rural counties. In turn, the schools and training programs are helping to fill the automaker’s worker pipeline, a crucial part of its […]

It is often said that legacies outlive those who forge them. In the case of the Golden Flake founders, the Bashinsky family’s philanthropic legacy is sure to leave a positive impact on the Yellowhammer State for generations. Golden Flake decades ago became a staple of snack foods in the southern United States. Now, Alabama legends […]

Alabama’s economic development team has plenty to be thankful for this November, as growth projects announced during the month are poised to pump over $1.6 billion in new capital investment into the state’s economy. The bounty of projects, involving a range of industries from bioscience to food products and logistics, will create more than 2,000 […]

The Alabama Power Foundation has awarded nearly $60,000 in Gateway grants to support communities across the state – part of its longstanding commitment to elevating Alabama. The Gateway program supports economic development and tourism in Alabama communities by providing grants of up to $2,500 to fund welcome signs, marketing materials and website development. In south Alabama, the […]

The stage is set at the new Center for the Arts at the University of Montevallo (UM) – a stage dedicated to one of the university’s most famous alumni and performers. University officials, along with representatives from Shelby County and Alabama Power, dedicated the center in November. The new building includes a 350-seat theater, 100-seat black box […]

On Dec. 7, startup founders with Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator present their ideas. Birmingham is at the center of the future of energy. For the past 13 weeks, startup founders from across North America have been working diligently to develop their companies, focused on addressing innovative electrical and utility solutions. On Tuesday, Dec. 7, nine […]

Friday during his Birmingham Talk 99.5 morning show, long-time Alabama radio host Matt Murphy announced he was departing the Magic City’s airwaves and accepting a job with WWTN in Nashville, Tenn. Murphy, who has been a fixture in Alabama radio, both Montgomery and Birmingham, since 1999, will be filling a void left behind by the […]

HUNTSVILLE — Public and private sector leaders on Thursday announced that Redstone Arsenal is set to benefit from enhanced wireless communications by way of AT&T’s FirstNet. FirstNet was created to provide for efficient and high-quality communications in support of the first responder community, enabling access to reliable infrastructure during pressing emergency events. The telecommunications company’s […]

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is making final preparations to launch an Atlas V rocket in support of U.S. national security objectives. ULA is in the final stages of its Space Test Program (STP)-3 mission launch for the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command. Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station will be the site for the […]

The Alabama Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) recently allocated $122,000 in Hunting Heritage Super Funds for wild turkey projects in Alabama. Of that total, $60,676 was donated to the Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) to fund projects including wildlife habitat management […]

As the Alabama Farmers Federation concludes its year-long centennial celebration this week, it is a time to reflect on the past, remember those who came before us and rejoice in our accomplishments. It’s also a time for recommitment to our values and vision. In 1921, Alabama farmers united to provide a voice in public policy […]

Due to high demand for services for individuals with autism and other mental health concerns, Glenwood, Inc. is expanding in Avondale for the fourth time since 2018. The expansion includes a new Arts Center and space that will double the capacity for the Children’s Center. The two programs are located at 620 38th Street South. Glenwood […]

Drake State Community & Technical College last month launched its Welding Bootcamp to spark individuals’ interest in the field. The school on Wednesday announced that it is gifting new career technical skills for the holiday season through three additional low-cost bootcamps. Individuals have the opportunity to acquire a new skill in under eight hours with […]

Visionary is defined simply as planning for the future with creativity and wisdom. Situated by that definition in the dictionary belongs a photograph of the Huntsville International Airport. The development of Huntsville’s airport is closely aligned with the community’s vision, spirit, and expectations, and has been a lesson in smart planning. During those early days […]

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) on Monday announced the launch of the state’s electric vehicle (EV) education and marketing program. Drive Electric Alabama will serve to educate the general public about the financial and economic benefits of electric vehicles. The program will raise awareness and promote the use of the non-combustion […]

Earlier this year, employees at Amazon’s fulfillment center in Bessemer overwhelmingly rejected an out-of-state effort to unionize their workplace. Prominent far-left figures on the national stage, including President Joe Biden, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and failed Georgia Democrat gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams all injected themselves into the unsuccessful effort. […]

Mobile-based shipbuilder Austal USA on Monday announced that it had contracted with Alabama steelmaker SSAB to support the construction of new U.S. Navy Ships. The work conducted will provide steel under Austal’s award from the Navy to build steel-hulled Towing, Salvage, and Rescue ships (T-ATS). According to the company, the partnership will directly support hundreds […]

After months in the making, the Regions Center tower in downtown Birmingham has once again staked its claim as the Magic City’s tallest holiday display. The company’s headquarters lit the Birmingham night sky Friday evening to celebrate its annual Christmas illumination. Crews over the past two months had been reviewing the 30-story building to ensure […]

Alabama Power and the Magic City Bar Association (MCBA) have launched a partnership that will provide education, training and support for association members. The association and the company announced the partnership Thursday, Nov. 18, at MCBA’s annual scholarship banquet, which Alabama Power sponsors. The event was held virtually this year with a theme of “Onward. Upward. Together.” Alabama […]

A new coffee shop is coming to Auburn that is working to shift the way people view individuals with disabilities. North-Carolina-based Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is planning to open a branch in downtown Auburn next spring. The coffee shop is named after owners Ben and Amy Wright’s two youngest children who have Down syndrome. “Eighty percent of […]

Teamwork, responsibility and dedication are hallmarks of military service and qualities valued at Alabama Power. The company was recently honored by the Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) as a Veteran Friendly Employer. This award recognizes Birmingham-area employers that have created innovative policies or initiatives to support veterans in the workforce. In addition, Roy Sexton, Alabama Power vice president of Corporate […]

When Taylor Reed saw a need in his community, he stepped up to the plate to address it, helping to bring hope and renewed dignity to others through the launch of ShowerUp Huntsville, a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides mobile showers, personal care and hygiene supplies to the homeless. An alumnus of The University of Alabama in […]

DOTHAN, Alabama — FedEx Ground plans to open a $57 million logistics facility in Houston County, adding another hub to the robust network of distribution and logistics centers that has been expanding across Alabama through a series of new projects. Officials in Houston County said the 317,000-square-foot FedEx Ground facility will stand on a 70-acre […]