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
Congress Carl votes against Democrats’ $1.9 trillion budget framework Biden has said that disappointing January job numbers justify the massive coronavirus aid package. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 8, 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
News Ten issues that will face Alabama in 2021 Here are the top 10 issues — some old and some new — that are likely to face the state of Alabama in 2021. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 4, 2021
News Grant supports Hispanic community, economic empowerment The grant is to help Hispanic families maneuver turbulent financial times and secure stable housing. StaffDecember 17, 2020
Economy Survey: One in four small businesses will close if conditions don’t improve soon The number is up 5 percent from a survey conducted last month StaffDecember 16, 2020
Featured Opinion Opinion | What would it take for you to care about you? "You so often devalue your lives that I’m just not sure what to think." Josh MoonDecember 10, 2020
Congress Sewell expects Congress will pass another coronavirus stimulus package Sewell said that economic stimulus is likely to include more checks for individuals as well as help for small businesses. Brandon MoseleyNovember 10, 2020