Economy Opinion | Republicans forgot about the working class and that was a mistake Millions of working families are struggling to pay their bills and stay afloat. Polling indicates they're about to make Republicans pay for it. Josh MoonSeptember 7, 2026
Governor Gov. Ivey honors Alabama workers in Labor Day message The governor praised contributions from factories, farms, classrooms and construction sites in a video released for the holiday. StaffSeptember 7, 2026
Featured Opinion Opinion | Labor Day was built on strikes and blood, not barbecues and sales From coal miners to sanitation strikers, Labor Day’s meaning is written in sacrifice, and Alabama’s future rests on remembering it. Bill BrittSeptember 1, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey releases Labor Day message to Alabama’s workforce The governor celebrated Alabama's workforce, highlighting the state's record high employment and decreasing unemployment rate. Alex JobinSeptember 1, 2025
State ALEA reports Labor Day 2024 traffic and boating statistics The Labor Day report signals the end of ALEA's "101 Days of Summer Safety" campaign. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 5, 2024
Economy North Alabama Area Labor Council president responds to Gov. Ivey’s Labor Day remarks "The weekend, paid time off, health insurance, and pensions were won by unions, not given to us," Jacob Morrison said. Alex JobinSeptember 3, 2024
Featured Opinion Labor Day: Honoring the workers who power America, Alabama The U.S. labor movement was shaped by tragic and violent events, highlighting the harsh conditions faced by workers and the fierce opposition they encountered. Bill BrittSeptember 2, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Labor Day is a tribute to those who manufacture, build and grow Labor Day is a tribute to American labor, to those who manufacture, build, and grow things that make our lives better. Maury D. GastonSeptember 4, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Fixing Alabama’s worker shortage The Alabama Community College System is uniquely positioned to help advance the workforce landscape. Jimmy BakerSeptember 4, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Labor Day is a tribute to those who manufacture, build and grow We observe Labor Day not to usher in football season but to honor those who labor. Maury D. GastonSeptember 5, 2022