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Urban League of Alabama announces Montgomery expansion to address housing, workforce needs

A recent needs assessment found urgent gaps in workforce housing and economic mobility, shaping a community-driven strategy for Montgomery residents.

May 7, 2026

Decatur City Council approves expansion to create North Alabama STEM Center

The Decatur council voted 4–1 to move forward with the Cook Museum expansion, sparking debate over costs and transparency.

August 12, 2025

Lt. Gov. Ainsworth announces expansion of online mentor resource for military spouses

The program is designed to assist military spouses and families in finding needed resources.

August 22, 2024

Coca~Cola United to invest $330 million in new Birmingham facility

The expansion is expected to create up to 50 new jobs and retain over 750 positions in the Magic City.

May 24, 2024

Conecuh Sausage expanding to Andalusia in $58 million growth project

The expansion will create 110 jobs.

February 15, 2024

Sen. Britt leads opposition to NOAA’s Rice’s Whale Habitat expansion proposal

They were also vocal about the potential detrimental implications this might have on Alabama's economy.

October 27, 2023

Freshwater Land Trust, mayors announce future expansion of Red Rock Trail System

This loop will yield 19 new trail miles, connecting the Cities of Birmingham, Fairfield, Homewood, and Irondale.

August 22, 2023

Auto parts maker Shinhwa plans $114 million Alabama expansion

The growth project will create 50 jobs and add a new 170,000-square-foot production building on Shinhwa’s campus in Auburn.

August 16, 2023

Ivey kicks-off statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Ivey announced her intent to participate in the Imagination Library during her 2023 inaugural address.

August 10, 2023

Archives and History has big plans for threatened $5M appropriation

The $5 million appropriation is more than a third of the funding the Legislature decided to send the department just last month.

July 10, 2023