State Gov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to take advantage of Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday Governor Kay Ivey urged Alabamians to stock up on tax-free emergency supplies from February 20-22 ahead of the upcoming tornado season. Alex JobinFebruary 16, 2026
Environment Gov. Kay Ivey signs law to limit Mobile Bay dredge dumping The "Save Our Bay" law requires 70 percent of dredged sediment go towards "beneficial uses" in the Mobile Bay area. Wesley WalterFebruary 11, 2026
Economy German chain manufacturer to invest $34M into new Auburn operation State and local officials celebrated the investment as a win for Alabama's manufacturing sector. Alex JobinJanuary 28, 2026
News Gov. Ivey touts controversial CHOOSE Act in celebration of National School Choice Week The governor used her proclamation as an opportunity to push for further state funding of private education. Alex JobinJanuary 27, 2026
Governor Gov. Ivey orders Space Force flags to be flown across the state in weeklong “show of support” Gov. Kay Ivey marked the Space Force's sixth birthday, honoring the branch and reflecting her commitment to keeping Alabama central to space development. Alex JobinDecember 18, 2025
Governor Ivey celebrates early literacy milestone in collaboration with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library The milestone comes as a result of Ivey's partnership with the Imagination Library, which she first announced during her 2023 inaugural address. Alex JobinDecember 2, 2025
News Alabama distributes full SNAP benefits after shutdown disruption Alabama DHR restored full November SNAP benefits after shutdown-related cuts, assuring recipients' payments would arrive on regular schedules. Mary Claire WootenNovember 14, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey directs $2 million to food banks in response to SNAP crisis The funds are intended to help support recipients facing uncertain access to food because of the shutdown. Wesley WalterNovember 5, 2025
Local news Gov. Ivey, ABC Board consider new alcohol rules after Montgomery shooting Ivey and the ABC Board proposed new alcohol restrictions to prohibit off-premise alcohol consumption and new safety measures. Mary Claire WootenOctober 29, 2025
News Gov. Ivey officially launches Alabama Department of Workforce The goal is to streamline the state’s workforce development efforts, in part by consolidating previously fragmented workforce programs. Alex JobinOctober 17, 2025