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Gov. Ivey awards grant for new system to aid child abuse victims

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $375,000 grant to establish a statewide network that will ensure that victims of child abuse receive immediate and professional medical care and other assistance. The grant will enable the Children’s of Alabama and the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Pediatrics to collaborate with the Alabama Network of … Continued
July 10, 2020

Governor announces “Revive Alabama” $100 million small business grant program

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the Revive Alabama grant program to support small businesses in Alabama that have been impacted by COVID-19. Revive Alabama will reimburse small businesses up to a combined $100 million for expenses they have incurred due to operational interruptions caused by the pandemic and related business closures. “In many ways, … Continued
July 9, 2020

Ivey announces SiO2’s $163 million expansion in Auburn

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Wednesday that SiO2 Materials Science plans to invest $163 million in an expansion at its Auburn facility. The announcement came just after securing a major contract to supply the federal government with vials to support the COVID-19 vaccine effort if and when an effective vaccine is developed. The project will … Continued
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July 1, 2020

Governor appoints Jim Naftel as Jefferson County probate judge

Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday appointed Birmingham attorney James “Jim” Naftel II as Jefferson County probate judge place 1. Ivey spoke to Naftel Wednesday afternoon to inform him of her decision, according to a press release from Ivey’s office.  “As one of my appointees, you will be making important decisions that directly affect the citizens … Continued
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July 1, 2020