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Facebook to build $750 million data center in Huntsville

Thursday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that Facebook will invest $750 million to build a data center in Huntsville, creating 100 high-paying jobs. Ivey made the announcement during a ceremony at the Huntsville Madison County Chamber of Commerce and was joined by Facebook representatives and local leaders. “Every day, millions of people around the world use … Continued
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June 15, 2018

Alabama State Games held in Huntsville

The Alabama State Games were held in Huntsville June 8-10. The games are the state’s largest annual multi-sport event for youth and adults. The event showcases over 20 sports with roughly 6,000 athletes of all ages and skill levels competing. The Alabama State Games are part of a nationwide network of state games with the … Continued
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June 12, 2018

GE Aviation opens new plant in Huntsville

GE Aviation opened a new factory in Huntsville on Wednesday. The new factory will be the only U.S. location to produce unique materials used to manufacture ceramic components poised to revolutionize jet propulsion. Gov. Kay Ivey was at the grand opening. “Alabama’s contribution to the aerospace industry continues to grow as we celebrate the grand … Continued
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May 14, 2018

Torch Technologies holds groundbreaking on new facility

Friday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey was in Huntsville for the groundbreaking of Torch Technologies new facility. Torch Technologies announced that they are building a new 35,000-square-foot solutions building and lab. Ivey was joined at the groundbreaking event by company founder Bill Roark, company President John Watson, Congressman Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, City of Huntsville officials, community … Continued
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April 18, 2018

Google holds groundbreaking in Jackson County

Monday, Governor Kay Ivey (R) was in Jackson County for the groundbreaking of Google’s new facility there. Governor Kay Ivey said on social media, “I’m excited to welcome Google to put down roots here & I look forward to seeing Alabamians provide world-class service to Google customers across the globe.” Gov Ivey added Thank you … Continued
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April 10, 2018

Boeing expands PAC-3 missile facility in Huntsville

Friday, April 6 Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) attended the ribbon cutting for Boeing’s Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Seeker production facility expansion. This marks the completion of one of several facility investments currently in progress from Alabama’s largest aerospace employer. The facility will enhance production for one of Boeing Huntsville’s premier programs. “While serving … Continued
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April 10, 2018

Ivey signs Education Budget, legislation creating Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey was in Huntsville on Monday to sign into law SB212 and HB175. SB212 was sponsored by State Senator Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, and State Representative Anthony Daniels, D-Huntsville. It creates the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering in Huntsville. Ivey also signed HB175, the state’s Education Budget. The Education Budget was … Continued
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April 3, 2018