Economy

Hope Enterprise, Goldman Sachs partner to aid underserved small businesses

The program expects to serve up to 5,000 businesses and support 30,000 employees and their family members throughout the region.

Eddie Burkhalter

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February 10, 2021

Alabama Coal Association announces expansion, rebranding

The Alabama Coal Association has rebranded as the Alabama Mining Association.

February 9, 2021

Governor appoints new members to state Workforce Development Board

Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed eight new members to serve on the board.

February 9, 2021

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 Danney

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February 8, 2021

New unemployment claims increased last week

Half of the new claims were related to the pandemic.

Micah Danney

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February 6, 2021

NLRB denies Amazon’s appeal on Bessemer union vote

Ballots are to be mailed to workers in the Bessemer plant on Monday. Votes are to be tallied by March 30.

Eddie Burkhalter

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February 5, 2021

New aerospace industry programs for students, small businesses announced

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth announced on Monday two new programs for those interested in working in Alabama's aerospace industry.

February 4, 2021

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.

February 3, 2021

Report shows Alabama making strides in workforce development

“Alabama is a national leader in workforce development," Gov. Kay Ivey said.

February 3, 2021