Economy Alabama Real Estate Report offers good news for both home buyers, sellers Alabama recorded 5,168 home sales in November, a 5.9 percent increase over October’s figures. Staff3 days ago
Economy New unemployment claims continue to increase The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year. Micah DanneyFebruary 12, 2021
Economy Hope Enterprise, Goldman Sachs partner to aid underserved small businesses The program expects to serve up to 5,000 businesses and support 30,000 employees and their family members throughout the region. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 10, 2021
Economy Alabama Coal Association announces expansion, rebranding The Alabama Coal Association has rebranded as the Alabama Mining Association. StaffFebruary 9, 2021
Economy Governor appoints new members to state Workforce Development Board Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed eight new members to serve on the board. StaffFebruary 9, 2021
Economy Small businesses showing signs of recovery, study says Two-thirds of small business owners say they will be able to survive the next year under current economic conditions. Micah DanneyFebruary 8, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims increased last week Half of the new claims were related to the pandemic. Micah DanneyFebruary 6, 2021
Economy NLRB denies Amazon’s appeal on Bessemer union vote Ballots are to be mailed to workers in the Bessemer plant on Monday. Votes are to be tallied by March 30. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 5, 2021
Economy New aerospace industry programs for students, small businesses announced Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth announced on Monday two new programs for those interested in working in Alabama's aerospace industry. StaffFebruary 4, 2021
Economy NFIB: Alabama small business would lose millions without COVID tax deduction Small businesses should be able to deduct forgiven expenses paid for with federal PPP loans on state income taxes, the NFIB says. StaffFebruary 3, 2021
Economy Report shows Alabama making strides in workforce development “Alabama is a national leader in workforce development," Gov. Kay Ivey said. StaffFebruary 3, 2021