In a world where job seekers often feel overwhelmed by the daunting process of finding meaningful work, Kacey Taylor’s story shines as a beacon of hope and resilience. Thanks to the Alabama Talent Triad, Kacey not only found her next opportunity but also discovered a platform that values skills and determination over a resume. Kacey’s […]

 Innovate Alabama is deepening its commitment to fostering innovation and workforce development in rural communities through the launch of two pilot programs: the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship and the Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities Program. These initiatives aim to provide hands-on learning experiences that equip students with the skills and industry exposure needed to pursue careers in STEM […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Alabama Power recently provided more than 2,000 Wiregrass 10th graders an immersive career fair experience during the 2025 Southeast Worlds of Work (WOW) event. The event was held at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds in Dothan, Alabama, and hosted by Southeast AlabamaWorks. Alabama Power has supported this annual event for a decade, providing a sponsorship toward this year’s festivities to […]

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. The event at Drake State Community and Technical College was to show the public and potential students how […]

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. That same spirit of innovation fuels our nation’s manufacturing industry—an industry that is not only driving economic growth but […]

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. Blue Origin employs about 350 people in Huntsville but it was […]

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 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. This cutting-edge initiative will solidify the region’s position as a hub […]

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 […]

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. Known for providing top-tier medium and heavy-duty trucks from Daimler brands like Freightliner and Western Star, Four Star Freightliner operates seven locations across Alabama, Georgia, […]

Tomorrow, the Alabama Department of Labor will officially become the Alabama Department of Workforce — and Secretary Greg Reed will serve as its first leader. Governor Kay Ivey announced that on February 1, 2025, the transition first initiated by lawmakers during the 2024 state legislative session will go into effect, current Secretary of Labor Marty […]

The Tennessee Valley Authority and the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering have partnered to advance cybersecurity education and workforce development across Alabama. TVA and ASCTE announced Monday that the collaboration aims to equip students with the skills to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. “TVA has a comprehensive cybersecurity program to predict, […]

You may not know it, but Alabama is powering the future of mobility, playing pivotal roles in automotive technology, space exploration, aircraft production, and shipbuilding. From assembling electric vehicles (EVs) and rockets to producing world-class passenger jets, Alabama’s industries are shaping the technologies of tomorrow. Consider these highlights: Alabama auto plants produce over 1 million […]

The Alabama Technology Network announced the Southeastern Supply Chain Summit, Staying Alive in 2025: Elevate Your Supply Chain, will take place February 17-18 at in Starkville, Mississippi. This premier event hosted by the Manufacturing Extension Partnership Centers for Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee will bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators from across the region […]

The Board of Directors for Manufacture Alabama has announced a shift in leadership and elected its next chairperson. Karen Johnston, regional director for government affairs at Toyota North America, will take over the position effective Wednesday. “I’m honored to step into the role of chair and build on the progress we’ve made under Paul’s leadership,” […]

Instructor Paula Carroll’s Medical Science II students from the DeKalb County Technology Center (DCTC) gave a presentation on employability skills recently at the HH DeKalb Regional Medical Center (HH DRMC). The presentation, part of a larger project, emphasized the importance of having an employee retention program that will improve employee performance, lower errors, and promote […]

‘Tis the season for job numbers and Alabama received a mixed package for Christmas. Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 3.1%, up from October 2024’s rate of 2.9%, according to Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Marty Redden. November’s rate is above November 2023’s rate of 2.8%. The rate represents 73,278 unemployed persons, compared to […]

As the late Whitney Houston once sang in “Greatest Love of All,” the children are the future, and we must teach them well and let them lead the way. Through initiatives like the Power of Youth Leadership Forum, some of the Wiregrass area’s best and brightest young leaders are learning how to step into successful […]

A $2 million grant from Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program will fund critical infrastructure projects in the Northeast Opelika Industrial Park, enhancing the city’s attractiveness for new business and investment. The SEEDS funding will support two key projects in Opelika: the extension of North Park Drive and the construction of a bridge across Halawakee […]

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 […]