Education New computing center expands innovation opportunities at UA The HPC center is planned for completion in August 2024. StaffSeptember 6, 2023
Education Applications open for K-12 grant program The lieutenant governor is statutorily responsible for creating, administering and overseeing the application process. StaffSeptember 6, 2023
State Alabamians to finally see grocery tax relief Alabama will now join the 47 other states, including our border states of Florida, Georgia and Tennessee, that do not fully tax groceries. StaffSeptember 1, 2023
Infrastructure Gov. Kay Ivey announces widening of I-65 and I-59 The largest project announced is the next phase of the governor’s plans to widen Interstate 65. StaffSeptember 1, 2023
Local news HudsonAlpha Wiregrass announces Community Engagement Committee The purpose of the Committee is to strengthen the collaboration, communication and engagement. StaffSeptember 1, 2023
State Groups demand Hyundai raise standards after child labor scandals, worker death Labor and community leaders from two states called on Hyundai America CEO José Muñoz to negotiate a Community Benefits Agreement. StaffAugust 29, 2023
Economy Statewide survey of employed, unemployed youth in Alabama The survey revealed that 80 percent of young people in Alabama are content with their jobs. StaffAugust 29, 2023
Elections AFA endorses Christy Edwards for Alabama Court of Civil Appeals Edwards is running for reelection for her second term on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. StaffAugust 24, 2023
Environment Material for oyster restoration project reaches Dauphin Island destination The goal of the environmental restoration project is to reinvigorate oyster reefs at Cedar Point Beach. StaffAugust 24, 2023
News Alabama DHR reopens applications for final round of child care bonuses Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for quarterly bonuses of $3,000. StaffAugust 24, 2023