Economy Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force. Josh Moon2 days ago
Infrastructure ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has established a new division dedicated to expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the state. StaffNovember 17, 2021
Infrastructure Port of Mobile containerized cargo growth continues Container volume through the Port of Mobile marked its third-highest lift in September delivering a 27 percent year-to-date increase. StaffOctober 13, 2021
Infrastructure Shelby: FAA grants Alabama $4.5 million for airport infrastructure upgrades The seven grants were awarded to three local airports in Alabama, amounting to $4,505,710. StaffOctober 1, 2021
Infrastructure State seeks feedback from Alabamians on broadband access The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is requesting information about broadband internet access and speed. StaffSeptember 22, 2021
Infrastructure FAA grants Alabama $4.3 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades The 5 grants were awarded to local airports in Alabama, amounting to $4,300,365. StaffSeptember 22, 2021
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
Infrastructure Alabama has less than one percent of registered electric vehicles in U.S. A study ranked the state among the worst places for EV infrastructure and financial incentives. Micah DanneySeptember 15, 2021
Infrastructure Ivey: $120 million AUBix data center in Auburn to become economic catalyst The facility is designed to bring technology parity to underserved communities throughout the state. StaffAugust 3, 2021
Infrastructure Shelby announces FAA grants for airport infrastructure upgrades Eight local airports throughout Alabama will receive more than $8.29 million in Federal Aviation Administration grants. Brandon MoseleyJuly 1, 2021
Infrastructure Report: Alabama ties for worst state to buy electric vehicles Alabama bans the direct sale of EV's to customers and charges additional registration and annual fees. Eddie BurkhalterJune 25, 2021