State Alabama Power names Jeff Peoples president and CEO Peoples succeeds Mark Crosswhite, who retired after eight years as the company’s leader. StaffJanuary 5, 2023
News Long-term planning, energy mix and readiness kept the lights on for most "Our teams responded to the call, leaving their families during the holidays to be sure customers across the state could be safe and warm... Bill BrittDecember 31, 2022
State APCO CEO to step down, House Dems praise his leadership Crosswhite has led the utility company since 2014 and said in a statement that he's retiring to spend more time with family. Josh MoonNovember 22, 2022
State Alabama Power president, CEO Crosswhite announces retirement Mark Crosswhite led Alabama Power for more than eight years. StaffNovember 22, 2022
Infrastructure Professionals preparing Alabama for surge in electric vehicles Professionals in the electric vehicle industry gathered in Birmingham as the number of electric vehicles on the roadway is expected to greatly increase. Jacob HolmesSeptember 23, 2022
Infrastructure Tombigbee Communications, Alabama Power expand broadband to Fayette County High-speed internet services are expected to be available to Fayette County residents and businesses in spring of 2022. StaffJune 15, 2021
Governor Governor signs innovation bills to help accelerate economic development Both bills were priorities of the Alabama Innovation Commission. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
State Independent analysis: Statewide ash pond closure plans “comprehensive and robust” The Alabama Department of Environmental Management is currently reviewing applications to close a number of coal ash storage sites. StaffMarch 30, 2021
State Tornados sweep through Central Alabama, leaving at least 5 dead Five people are dead in Calhoun County after a line of severe weather and tornadoes swept across Alabama, destroying homes and impacting lives. Brandon MoseleyMarch 26, 2021
State Alabama rocked by severe weather The state was hit hard by tornados, thunderstorms and heavy rains Wednesday and in the early hours Thursday. Brandon MoseleyMarch 18, 2021