Economy Ivey celebrates “Made in the USA” Day with praise for Alabama manufacturers Gov. Ivey honors Alabama’s $50B manufacturing sector and its 290,000 workers for driving economic growth and global exports. StaffJuly 3, 2025
Economy Alabama launches Development Fund to drive long-term economic growth The new initiative will offer sustainable funding for jobs, rural revitalization, and site readiness. StaffMay 5, 2025
Economy Gov. Ivey proclaims National Small Business Week in Alabama Alabama’s small businesses account for 99.4 percent of all businesses in the state, employing 46.7 percent of the private sector workforce. StaffMay 5, 2025
Economy Huntsville Starbucks workers file for a union election APR spoke with two baristas about their experiences at the Huntsville Starbucks location and why they want to unionize. Chance PhillipsApril 29, 2025
Economy March 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report Alabama’s 6,214 home sales in March represented an increase of 1,171 over February, a 5.6 percent rise month-over-month and an impressive 23.2 percent boost... StaffApril 22, 2025
Economy Birmingham Starbucks workers describe a concerted anti-union campaign Baristas said the district manager has illegally punished workers for wearing union pins, neglected worker safety, and contributed to understaffing. Chance PhillipsApril 21, 2025
Economy Nominations for Alabama Retailer of the Year are open The Alabama Retailer of the Year awards recognize outstanding retailers. StaffApril 16, 2025
Economy Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination A GSA spokesperson said the agency’s just “actively managing leases,” but advocates for safe workplaces are worried about needless deaths. Chance PhillipsApril 4, 2025
Economy Poarch Creek Indians purchase Birmingham Racecourse, plan resort With the deal now finalized, Wind Creek Hospitality plans to expand and enhance the existing property. StaffApril 3, 2025
Economy Innovate Alabama fosters a state where innovation doesn’t just exist — it thrives InvestAL boosts Alabama’s startup growth, keeping capital and innovation rooted in communities across the state. Bill BrittApril 2, 2025
Economy Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024 A report reveals that economic development efforts in 2024 secured 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians. StaffMarch 25, 2025