Economy Alabama’s June unemployment rate drops to 3.3 percent The unemployment rate is a new post-pandemic low and the jobs count is at its highest level in 2021. StaffJuly 16, 2021
Health Southern Research neuroscience lab wins grant to advance Parkinson’s, ALS study The grants include $3.3 million to study Parkinson’s and $594,000 for research related to frontotemporal dementia. StaffJuly 15, 2021
State Alabama Talent Development Capstone Course completes second phase The program is developed by the Governor’s Office of Education and Workforce Transformation and AlabamaWorks. StaffJuly 15, 2021
Education Alabama-based Hi.Ed partners with Butler County Schools The web-based platform is a way “to deliver students to careers,” allowing students to identify, explore and prepare for career pathways. StaffJuly 15, 2021
Education Lawrence Brandyburg appointed interim president at Bishop State Community College Dr. Brandyburg will replace Dr. Reginald Sykes, who has stepped down from the position. StaffJuly 15, 2021
Economy Labor shortage remains a challenge for small businesses, report says As reported in NFIB’s monthly jobs report, 46 percent of owners reported job openings that could not be filled. StaffJuly 14, 2021
Congress Shelby hires Watson Donald as new chief of staff Donald, a native of Mobile, previously served on the Senator’s staff in his Washington, D.C. office. StaffJuly 13, 2021
Health ADSS launches vaccine advocacy campaign The Alabama Department of Senior Services is partnering with local Alabama Area Agencies on Aging and various disability organizations. StaffJuly 12, 2021
Governor Gov. Ivey holds ceremonial bill signing for Connect Alabama Act Alabama is ranked 47th in terms of broadband connectivity and 73 percent of Alabama’s population does not have access to an affordable broadband plan. StaffJuly 9, 2021
Elections Rep. Mike Jones announces candidacy for Alabama Senate seat Jones will run for the Republican nomination for the District 31 seat in the Alabama state Senate. StaffJuly 8, 2021