Economy Governor announces Alabama’s 2021 exports surpassed pre-pandemic levels Alabama businesses exported to 189 countries in 2021, reflecting the vital connection that the state’s high-quality, in-demand products have to the global economy. StaffFebruary 17, 2022
Economy Hanwha Cimarron to invest $130 million in Lee County plant The new plant expansion will create 261 new jobs in the Opelika area. Brandon MoseleyAugust 18, 2021
Aerospace and Defense “Next” campaign highlights Alabama’s high-tech capabilities The marketing campaign features Alabama's aerospace, bioscience, hi tech and transportation manufacturing industries. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 27, 2021
Economy Westwater Resources plans for graphite processing plant in Coosa County The Coosa County graphite plant is expected to employ at least 100 full-time, permanent workers. Brandon MoseleyJune 24, 2021
State Alabamians strong Census response led to retention of all congressional districts Throughout the 2020 Census, state leaders led a dogged effort to ensure participation numbers reflected a proper Alabama representation. Brandon MoseleyApril 27, 2021
Economy Economic development report card shows $4.8 billion in new investment in 2020 Economic development activity across Alabama in 2020 generated close to $5 billion in new capital investment. StaffApril 7, 2021
Governor Governor attends groundbreaking of Coastal Growers’ peanut processing plant The new $87 million peanut processing plant will bring at least 150 jobs to Atmore. Brandon MoseleyMarch 16, 2021
Economy Alabama ranked No. 9 by Site Selection magazine Site Selection magazine ranked Alabama ninth in its 2020 economic development rankings. Brandon MoseleyMarch 15, 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
News Interim executive director of Alabama STEM Council named Lee Meadows has been named interim executive director of the newly established Alabama STEM Council. StaffDecember 1, 2020