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Elections

Troy City Council President Marcus Paramore announces run for House District 89

Marcus Paramore is running for the open House District 89 seat as a Republican.

May 21, 2021

Department of Commerce highlights businesses creating jobs in rural Alabama

The Alabama Department of Commerce highlighted a number of successful businesses making products in rural Alabama.

May 6, 2021

Alabamians strong Census response led to retention of all congressional districts

Throughout the 2020 Census, state leaders led a dogged effort to ensure participation numbers reflected a proper Alabama representation.

April 27, 2021

Congressional delegation concerned Amtrak to Mobile may negatively impact economy

The entire Alabama House delegation called for Amtrak to be required to complete a feasibility study before passenger rail service is restored.

April 22, 2021

Hyundai premieres the new 2022 Santa Cruz

The new 2022 Santa Cruz will begin production in Montgomery this summer.

April 22, 2021

House passes funding for businesses in rural, impoverished communities

The legislation would create a fund where small businesses in rural or impoverished areas can find access to capital.

April 21, 2021

Report ranks Alabama high for economic momentum in 2021

The index ranks states based on their most recent performance in three important measures of economic vitality.

April 20, 2021

Republicans say Alabama economic development prospects improved with Amazon vote

Republicans say the vote should help the state remain a popular destination for companies looking to grow.

April 12, 2021

Business survey aims to advance Alabama workforce training system

The survey aims to identify the occupational characteristics of the most in-demand jobs.

March 19, 2021

Casino deal could bring 12,000 new jobs to state, officials say

Officials with the Poarch Creek and traditional casinos say they project hiring more than 12,000, possibly as many as 15,000 Alabamians.

March 17, 2021