State ADECA releases state’s official Alabama Broadband Map, Connectivity Plan Utilizing ADECA’s address-level data, Alabama will be able to more accurately evaluate census blocks that are only partially served with broadband. StaffJanuary 6, 2022
Infrastructure ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has established a new division dedicated to expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the state. StaffNovember 17, 2021
Infrastructure State seeks feedback from Alabamians on broadband access The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is requesting information about broadband internet access and speed. StaffSeptember 22, 2021
Infrastructure Ivey: $120 million AUBix data center in Auburn to become economic catalyst The facility is designed to bring technology parity to underserved communities throughout the state. StaffAugust 3, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Expanding broadband access is essential for the American Dream "Unfortunately, that Dream is being shackled for many Alabamians right now." U.S. Senator Katie BrittJuly 22, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Expansion of broadband will propel economic growth in Alabama "With the continued commitment of our state’s leaders, Alabama is well on the way to even brighter days." Jim SearcyMay 14, 2021
Public safety Birmingham man, 67, convicted of child pornography possession Val Page Jr. will spend a year in prison and then be put on probation. Brandon MoseleyMay 13, 2021
Legislature Alabama Rural Broadband Coalition applauds passage of Connect Alabama Act Currently, Alabama is ranked 47th in terms of broadband connectivity. StaffMay 7, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Expanded broadband essential to small business community "Without broadband, without fast, reliable and affordable internet, a small business can’t compete, and a community can’t hope to attract new jobs." Rosemary ElebashMarch 31, 2021
Infrastructure Broadband expansion coming to North Alabama The first customers could be online by early 2021. Josh MoonDecember 21, 2020