Economy

Buffalo Rock Company to expand operations in Birmingham, invest $75 million

The company has purchased more than 1 million square feet of new warehouse and office space in the city.

November 9, 2020

Half of new unemployment claims last week were due to the pandemic

Unemployment claims remain high in Alabama.

Micah Danney

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November 6, 2020

Report: Alabama has second lowest per capita state, local tax collections

The state's local and state tax revenue per resident is now the second-lowest in the country.

John H. Glenn

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November 6, 2020

NAALC to hold public union event in Madison

The event will allow a variety of labor union members and officials to meet and discuss pertinent issues and planning. 

Josh Moon

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October 28, 2020

New unemployment claims decreased last week

Fewer people joined the unemployment rolls last week compared to the week before.

Micah Danney

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October 23, 2020

Governor announces auto supplier IAC plans Alabama expansion

IAC is committing $34.3 million in new capital investment to expand its new manufacturing facility located in Tuscaloosa County.

Brandon Moseley

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October 20, 2020

Aderholt fully supports Barrett’s confirmation process

Confirmation hearings began last week and a vote on her confirmation is expected in the next week just days before the general election.

Brandon Moseley

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October 20, 2020

New unemployment claims increased last week

More people joined the unemployment rolls last week than the week before.

Micah Danney

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October 16, 2020

Governor announces $1.5 million grant to expand job training at Bevill State Community College

The expanded facility will help train people in welding and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning and other trades. 

Eddie Burkhalter

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October 16, 2020