In March, 32 percent of small business owners reported unfilled job openings as employers continued to struggle with labor costs and applicant quality.
A leading site selection publication recognized three Alabama economic development projects, including Eli Lilly's $6 billion Huntsville plant, with 2026 CiCi Awards.
The $2 billion public-private partnership will bring up to 1,000 skilled jobs to the Shoals region, boosting the local economy and maritime industrial base.