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Ivey announces 16 GOMESA-funded projects

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, during a press conference, announced close to $28 million for 16 projects, which are supported by funds from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (GOMESA). These projects focus on land acquisitions, research and recreational access improvements, which are included in the original intent and authorized use of … Continued
November 7, 2019

Carvana plans to open Alabama distribution hub, creating more than 450 jobs

Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Carvana, a leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, plans to invest more than $40 million to construct an Alabama distribution and fulfillment center, creating more than 450 jobs in Bessemer. Carvana, the fastest-growing auto retailer in the U.S., plans to open the Jefferson County facility to … Continued
November 6, 2019

Susan Britt honored at Top Women in Media awards ceremony

Business Alabama magazine on Monday night held is first-ever Top Women in Media awards dinner. Alabama Political Reporter‘s Susan Britt was among the women selected for the honor. “I’m very honored to be selected for this award alongside these other inspirational women; it is truly humbling,” said Susan. “For a little ol’ gal from Attalla, … Continued
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November 5, 2019

Ivey attends grand opening of Grand River Technology Park

Thursday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) attended the groundbreaking of the Grand River Technology Park adjacent to the Barber Motorsports Park along the vital I-20 corridor connecting Birmingham with Atlanta. “This is an exciting day and thank you all for coming here to celebrate the groundbreaking of Grand River Technology Park,” Gov. Ivey said. “Many … Continued
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October 25, 2019

State unemployment drops again in September

Friday, the Alabama Department of Labor announced that our state reached a new record low unemployment rate of 3.0 percent. The governor said in a statement that she is very proud of this news, but is remaining laser focused on helping all Alabamians who want a job to get a job. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey … Continued
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October 23, 2019

Plastics plant to be built in Auburn

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) announced that ID Plastics LP, which manufactures a variety of technical plastic products, will invest $9.8 million to open its first U.S. operation in Auburn. “Our continued efforts and partnerships with local communities have led to another great manufacturer coming to Alabama,” Governor Ivey said. “ID Plastics’ decision to select … Continued
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October 18, 2019

Dynetics opens rocket-testing facility in Decatur

Dynetics has opened a rocket-testing facility in North Alabama that it says will help advance major programs such as NASA’s Space Launch System, the space agency’s most powerful rocket, and the United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur, a next-generation launch vehicle. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey said on social media, “Alabama has a dynamic aerospace history. We’re … Continued
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October 16, 2019