Kronospan announces $350 million expansion in Oxford
This $350 million investment will create 125 new jobs.
May 26, 2023
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Alabama metros have the lowest unemployment rates in the nation
The Birmingham-Hoover metro area was ranked the lowest in the nation at 1.8 percent.
May 5, 2023
House bill passes to eliminate income tax on overtime pay
The bill would save employees 5 percent on overtime pay accumulated over the course of the year.
Community colleges offer no-cost fiber optic technician training
Salaries and demand for fiber optic technicians and installers are on the rise.
April 25, 2023
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See recent postsAlabama Senate reinvesting in Alabama’s economy
The Alabama Senate now also has a great opportunity in the upcoming session to make a tangible impact.
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See recent postsIncentive programs essential for higher quality of life in Alabama
With the Alabama Jobs Act and the Growing Alabama Credit, communities will have important tools in their toolbox to achieve growth.
2022 economic development projects brought record capital investment
Economic development generated $10.1 billion in new capital investment in 2022.
Online job ads in February down 12.4 percent from last year
Total ads were down 5.5 percent from the previous month.
March 29, 2023
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See recent postsEconomic incentives remain good for Alabama
A top priority should be raising the cap for incentives in order to stay competitive.
Innovate Alabama launches HBCU Innovation Experience, hosts Tech Brunch
HBCU academic leaders will be able to network with peers, founders and program leadership.
March 17, 2023