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Owners cite weaker sales, inflation and supply chain strains, while many still struggle to find qualified workers.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Race rater narrows GOP edge in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District
Everett Wess criticizes Trump beef import plan, backs Figures legislation
Opinion | No party is immune to the arrogance of power
Independent Craig Jelks calls on Democrat Everett Wess to exit US Senate race
Alabama absentee voting deadlines for 2026 General Election
- Governor
- Legislature
State retirees to get hit with another premium increase
Contract Review Committee holds ADOC contracts over prison litigation costs
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
- Economy
NFIB reports slight dip in small business optimism
Opinion | Republicans forgot about the working class and that was a mistake
Montevallo keeps A-bond rating as enrollment rises
Britt talks data center accountability, defends Trump admin ratepayer pledge
Huntsville-based Seabrook Solutions awarded $317 million NASA contract
- National
Sen. Britt recognized as Federal Champion by the American Flood Coalition
Opinion | September 11: Always remember
Sewell bill would require tax withholding from college athletes’ NIL payments
Figures introduces bipartisan legislation to combat “chameleon carriers”
Figures files bill seeking to block Trump beef import order
- Education
Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Americans” coming to Atmore’s Strand Theater
September is College Savings Month in Alabama
Ivey highlights Alabama family benefiting from CHOOSE Act
Troy symposium to focus on AI accountability, cybersecurity and public trust
Montevallo keeps A-bond rating as enrollment rises
- Health
Lakeland Community Hospital receives grant to expand rural healthcare access
Alabama board warns residents about online physician impersonation
Alabama mental health centers receive more than $8 million in rural health grants
VA psilocybin trial offers Alabama veterans new hope
Report: SNAP cuts deepen food insecurity in the Deep South
- Opinion
Economy
Small business hiring ticked up in June, but owners still struggled to find qualified workers as compensation pressures eased.
Economy
Short-term training programs gained a new pathway to approval, linking federal aid with credentials for in-demand jobs across Alabama.
Economy
A $25 million state investment could unlock federal matches, add jobs and reconnect rural residents to opportunities, researchers said.
Economy
The planned upgrades will allow new heat-treated products and training programs, with congresspeople touting the investment as aiding local job growth.
Economy
Record 2025 investments in aerospace, defense, pharmaceuticals and automotive projects brought $14.6 billion and 9,388 new jobs.
Economy
Lower mortgage rates, more listings and steady job growth helped shape a busy summer market despite lingering affordability concerns.
Economy
State officials pointed to record wage and salary employment and rising weekly pay, even as the number of unemployed Alabamians increased.
Economy
The nearly $70 million project will create 130 jobs and support North American automakers with locally made interior materials.
Congress
The funding would support rural hospitals, law enforcement equipment, ambulance access and wastewater upgrades across six Alabama counties.
Economy
Shoppers can stretch summer budgets while directing Target donations to nonprofits supporting children and families across the state.