Governor Governor Ivey announces more local projects funded by Rebuild Alabama There were nine projects selected, with project applicants contributing a total of $4.2 million in local matching funds. StaffSeptember 20, 2021
Economy Alabama’s unemployment rate drops to 3.1 percent August’s rate represents 69,005 unemployed persons, compared to 71,678 in July and 156,709 in August 2020. StaffSeptember 17, 2021
Legislature Ivey tells lawmakers she’ll set special session for prison construction The special session is set for Sept. 27. StaffSeptember 17, 2021
Governor Governor Ivey accepts resignation of State Treasurer John McMillan, appoints Young Boozer “I commend Treasurer McMillan for his diligent service to the state of Alabama and wish him well in his new endeavor,” Governor Ivey said. StaffSeptember 17, 2021
State Port of Mobile posting record growth as Midwest supply chain shifts Containerized cargo volumes continue to climb in 2021, as shippers seek uncongested gateways servicing key North American markets. StaffSeptember 17, 2021
State Manufacture Alabama announces new board chairman The Manufacture Alabama Board of Directors has elected Paul Vercher as the new chairman. StaffSeptember 17, 2021
State Alabama redistricting experts take part in NAACP LDF Facebook series Panelists will speak on topics regarding facts about redistricting and the history of redistricting in Alabama. StaffSeptember 15, 2021
State Alabama ABLE Savings Plan awards the first 101 accounts with $101 The first 101 qualified ABLE Savings Plan account owners received a $101 contribution into their newly opened accounts. StaffSeptember 14, 2021
News Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags at half-staff on 20th Anniversary of September 11 May we always remember. StaffSeptember 10, 2021
State State Black Chamber launches “Green Book” business directory More than 60 industry categories, and Black businesses from urban and rural areas, are featured in the Alabama Green Book. StaffSeptember 10, 2021