Congress Sewell votes in favor of American Rescue Plan coronavirus relief bill Sewell said the plan will provide up to $475 million in direct funding for cities and counties in the 7th Congressional District. Brandon MoseleyMarch 1, 2021
Congress Alabama Republican congressmen vote against COVID-19 relief bill Republican members of Alabama’s congressional delegation all opposed the Democrats' COVID bill. Brandon MoseleyMarch 1, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims decreased last week Of the new claims, 54 percent are thought to be related to COVID-19. Micah DanneyFebruary 26, 2021
Congress Carl votes against Democrats’ $1.9 trillion budget framework Biden has said that disappointing January job numbers justify the massive coronavirus aid package. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 8, 2021
Economy ADOL begins paying CARES Act extended benefits, additional $300 weekly benefit Claimants eligible for these payments will need to take no action other than continuing to file weekly certifications. StaffJanuary 7, 2021
National $600 COVID relief checks could be deposited as early as Wednesday It is hoped that the infusion of cash into the economy will help working-class Americans who have been hit hard. Brandon MoseleyDecember 30, 2020
News ADOL announces new phone appointment system ADOL will be discontinuing in-person appointments at the Crump Senior Center in Montgomery until further notice. StaffDecember 24, 2020
National Congress reaches deal on COVID aid package All Americans, including children, will get a one-time $600 stimulus payment. Brandon MoseleyDecember 21, 2020
Economy Sewell’s annual job fair will be virtual this year Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers from 10 different industries. Brandon MoseleyNovember 16, 2020
National Congressman Byrne: States that locked down shouldn’t get federal aid Republicans in the Congress have been strongly resisting calls to reimburse city and state governments for their lost revenues due to the economic shutdowns. Brandon MoseleyOctober 15, 2020