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Houses passes bill intended to improve use of economic incentives

The Alabama House of Representatives passed the Alabama Incentives Modernization Act on Thursday to improve the way that the state uses economic incentives. More specifically, this bill would add new tools for the attraction and expansion of businesses in rural Alabama as well as in federally designated Opportunity Zones. It also targets attracting technology companies. … Continued
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May 20, 2019

Speculation swirls around new Birmingham Water Works Board

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter For several years, lawmakers from Birmingham, Jefferson and surrounding counties have engaged in a turf war to reform the Birmingham Waterworks Board (BWWB). Even now, as the much sought after reforms have become law, as of January 1, 2017, the fight to maintain the status quo continues in backrooms … Continued
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January 3, 2017

Standridge Comments on Governor’s Broadband Announcement

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, October 22 State Representative David Standridge (R from Hayden) who is Chairman of the House Rural Caucus commented on Governor Robert Bentley’s broadband announcement earlier this week. Rep. Standridge said, “I am pleased to learn of the governor’s recent statement of support for statewide broadband. Having accessible … Continued
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October 27, 2015

Mayors Endorse DeMarco

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Sixth District Congressional Candidate state Representative Paul DeMarco (R) from Homewood announced more support for his quest to become Alabama’s newest Congressman.  More than twenty Sixth Congressional District mayors have publicly announced their support for the Homewood attorney and State legislator. Hoover Mayor, Gary Ivey said, “DeMarco’s commitment to … Continued
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July 10, 2014

King and Shelnutt Speak in Oneonta

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, July 1, both Senate District 17 Republican Runoff candidates, Shay Shelnutt and Brett King, spoke at Oneonta High School in a forum sponsored by the Blount County Chamber of Commerce. The forum was moderated by Blount County District Attorney Pamela L. Casey. Locust Fork attorney Brett King thanked … Continued
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July 9, 2014