Economy

Clean water advocates want a comprehensive water plan for Alabama that creates jobs

Under new leadership, a plan for preserving clean water and fair access to it may be within reach in Alabama.

Micah Danney

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December 2, 2020

State unemployment rate dropped to 5.8 percent last month

Alabama’s unemployment rate decreased from 6.7 in September to 5.8 percent in October.

Micah Danney

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November 20, 2020

Governor announces $200 million “Revive Plus” small business grant program

Revive Plus is the second wave of funding for organizations with 50 or fewer employees and will award grants of up to $20,000 for expenses.

November 18, 2020

Applications open the Livestock Auction Market Direct Payment Program, Poultry Processor Reimbursement Program

Each program will assist Alabama’s agriculture with costs associated with disruptions experienced due to COVID-19.

Brandon Moseley

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November 17, 2020

Sewell’s annual job fair will be virtual this year

Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers from 10 different industries.

Brandon Moseley

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November 16, 2020

Alabama Commerce Department providing new tools for exporters

The goal of the new program is to give companies new internet marketing tools to elevate their profiles and win business in foreign markets.

Brandon Moseley

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November 16, 2020

New unemployment claims increased last week

There were 8,764 new unemployment claims filed in Alabama last week, up from 7,060 the previous week.

Micah Danney

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November 13, 2020

Survey: Small business owners’ uncertainty increased in October

Although general optimism remained steady, uncertainty among small business owners spiked.

Micah Danney

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November 11, 2020

Hyundai adds new SUV to vehicles manufactured in Montgomery

The next-generation Tucson, Hyundai's best-selling U.S. model, will be built in Montgomery.

Brandon Moseley

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November 11, 2020