Economy First Solar to open $1.1 billion Alabama facility, creating over 700 jobs The new project will create over 700 new clean energy manufacturing jobs in North Alabama. StaffNovember 17, 2022
State Joshua Vaughn named BCA VP of communications and marketing Vaughn came to BCA in 2012 as manager of graphic design and public relations. StaffNovember 17, 2022
Infrastructure Federal maritime commissioners visit Port of Mobile They discussed the rapid expansion of intermodal rail through the Port of Mobile. StaffNovember 17, 2022
Education Filmore named director of governmental relations at Troy University Filmore previously served as director of legislative affairs for Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey. StaffNovember 16, 2022
Local news Birmingham announces an internet subsidy program The Affordable Connectivity Program provides eligible households with $30 per month toward high-speed home internet service. StaffNovember 16, 2022
Legislature Majority Leader Stadthagen sees strength in election of 26 new GOP lawmakers Stadthagen will serve as leader of the caucus as it ushers in 26 new Republican members. StaffNovember 15, 2022
Infrastructure Governor awards $2.45 million to install EV charging stations The 18 grants will be used for new charging stations along highways in several areas of the state. StaffNovember 11, 2022
State Alabama Big 10 Mayors: Alabama now a safer place due to Aniah’s Law Judges will be able to deny bail to those who are likely to re-offend when charged with serious felonies. StaffNovember 10, 2022
State Wes Allen announces appointments to five positions in Secretary of State’s office The appointments will take effect after Allen is inaugurated on January 16, 2023. StaffNovember 10, 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