State Growing Alabama funding to boost economic development Gov. Kay Ivey and the Renewal of Alabama Commission have announced $15.5 million in funding for the Growing Alabama program. Mary Claire Wooten13 hours ago
Health EAMC hospitals to require masks after statewide order expires April 9 An EAMC hospital spokesman said the state hasn't yet reached herd immunity and masks are critical to slowing the spread. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 5, 2021
Health Alabama nursing homes report declining COVID-19 cases The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has not revised its visitation restrictions. StaffMarch 5, 2021
State Secretary of state joins Hunt-Kean Leadership fellows Merrill will join 29 other elected officials from across the country in the program. StaffMarch 5, 2021
Health Ivey extends mask mandate, relaxes other COVID restrictions The mask mandate is to remain in effect until April 9, when the governor plans to allow it to expire. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 4, 2021
Health Lt. Gov. Ainsworth calls for governor to rescind statewide mask order A UAB doctor urges governor to extend the mask order, citing COVID-19 variants and vulnerable population. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 4, 2021
Health Alabama surpasses 10,000 COVID-19 deaths Roughly 36 percent of the deaths occurred during the months of December and January. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 3, 2021
Aerospace and Defense Defense spending increased more than $400 million in North Alabama in 2019 Marshall and Dallas counties made the top 10 list that year. Micah DanneyMarch 3, 2021
State Alabama hosting National Education and Workforce leaders The 2021 Alabama Interstate Talent Development Convening is a free virtual event taking place on April 5. StaffMarch 3, 2021
State BCBS of Alabama provides 100 percent coverage for COVID vaccines Blue Cross is recommending the COVID-19 vaccine for those currently eligible. StaffMarch 3, 2021
State Alabama tied for most Confederate symbols removed in 2020 Competing bills this legislative session would either repeal or strengthen Alabama's Memorial Preservation Act. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 2, 2021