Governor Ivey announces start of grants to offset lost pistol permit fees The grants seek to fill the revenue gap from the Legislature's decision to eliminate the requirement for concealed carry permits. Jacob HolmesFebruary 7, 2023
Economy Innovate Alabama opens second round of grant funding to benefit local entrepreneurs The program supports Alabama entrepreneurs and innovators, particularly underrepresented groups. StaffJanuary 16, 2023
Governor Governor awards $2.65 million to fight homelessness The funds are coming from the federal Emergency Solutions Grants program. StaffDecember 21, 2022
State Shelby applauds the USDA awarding Auburn University $9.3 million The USDA's $9.3 million investment will establish an Institute for Rural Partnerships at Auburn University. StaffDecember 15, 2022
State Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims. StaffDecember 15, 2022
Local news Birmingham awards $850K for economic development The city awarded the funds to several local organizations to boost economic development. John H. GlennDecember 14, 2022
State Gov. Ivey awards $464,029 to reduce energy costs The funds were made available by the U.S. Department of Energy’s State Energy Program. StaffNovember 10, 2022
Education Ivey awards $1.3 million in university research grants The grants are from the Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund, a state-funded program created in 2019. Jacob HolmesNovember 3, 2022
Economy NeXolve’s polymer film material receives Innovate Alabama grant The company’s hope is to increase its production and provide its innovative aerospace materials even more efficiently. StaffOctober 27, 2022
State Local agencies receive $2.58 million to assist low-income families with utility costs The funds are from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. StaffOctober 24, 2022