Economy Small business optimism reaches lowest level since 2012 The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 0.9 of a point in March to 88.5. StaffApril 10, 2024
Economy President Biden sends message to Alabama Amazon workers Biden issued a brief statement Sunday — one that didn’t name Amazon specifically but did note “an important vote” in Alabama. Josh MoonMarch 1, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims decreased last week Of the new claims, 54 percent are thought to be related to COVID-19. Micah DanneyFebruary 26, 2021
Economy 2020 holiday spending hits record 11.6 percent growth Alabamians spent 11.6 percent more during November and December 2020 than they did during the same period in 2019. John H. GlennFebruary 25, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims dropped last week Of the new claims, 58 percent are thought to be related to COVID-19. Micah DanneyFebruary 19, 2021
Economy Steelmaker breaks ground on new facility in Calvert The new $775 million steelmaking facility was announced in December. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 19, 2021
Economy ALDI begins construction on regional headquarters, distribution center in Loxley The project will bring an estimated $100 million in capital investment and more than 200 jobs to Loxley. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 18, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims continue to increase The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year. Micah DanneyFebruary 12, 2021
Economy Hope Enterprise, Goldman Sachs partner to aid underserved small businesses The program expects to serve up to 5,000 businesses and support 30,000 employees and their family members throughout the region. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 10, 2021
Economy Alabama Coal Association announces expansion, rebranding The Alabama Coal Association has rebranded as the Alabama Mining Association. StaffFebruary 9, 2021
Economy Governor appoints new members to state Workforce Development Board Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed eight new members to serve on the board. StaffFebruary 9, 2021