Infrastructure Black Belt lags behind Alabama’s broadband expansion success The Ivey administration invested $2.5 billion in expansion funds since 2018, but persistent coverage gaps remain, especially in rural areas. Alex JobinDecember 9, 2025
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey announces more local road projects $2.6 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various road and bridge projects. StaffJuly 12, 2023
Infrastructure Alabama set to receive $1.4 billion to expand access to broadband “My priority is for Alabama to gain full ability to be connected to high-speed internet,” said Governor Ivey. StaffJune 27, 2023
Infrastructure Opinion | Federal permitting reform needed to spur economic growth in Alabama Overbearing government regulations are holding back Alabama businesses and economic development efforts throughout the state. Rep. Kerry UnderwoodJune 26, 2023
Courts Bridges battle continues: Fate of ALDOT’s constitutional authority hangs in the balance The lawsuit surrounds the state's effort to build a free-access bridge to connect Alabama's beach cities. Bill BrittJune 5, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in all 67 counties The conclusion of these broadband meetings will result in county-specific profiles for each. StaffMay 19, 2023
Infrastructure Montgomery judge blocks new state bridge, but appeal looms ALDOT will likely ask the ALSC to stay the injunction to allow crews to resume construction. Bill BrittMay 18, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell asks Railroad Administration to address recent train blockages, safety concerns Sewell emphasized the need for railroad companies to be held accountable. StaffApril 18, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in over half of Alabama’s counties These meetings bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to support local efforts to expand broadband infrastructure. StaffApril 4, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell: $6.4 million from Infrastructure Law will go to improve Birmingham-Shuttlesworth This project rehabilitates 15,540 square yards of the existing overflow apron pavement and 5,200 feet of taxiways. StaffMarch 22, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell announces $1.4 million to improve transportation efficiency, safety The money is from a SMART Grant funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. StaffMarch 16, 2023