Amazon works against unionization as second vote looms
Although Amazon seems to have prevailed in a union election at its Bessemer warehouse, the firm continues its strong anti-union stance ahead of a potential repeat vote. — Reuters
State grants available for energy-efficiency upgrades
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $564,520 in grants to improve energy efficiency at facilities across the state. Recipients range from a Gulf Shores church to the cities of Luverne and Millbook to the International Motor Sports Hall of Fame. — ADECA
Gadsden ranks third nationally for percentage of lost construction jobs
Noting that nearly a fifth of all metro areas lost construction jobs in the past year, Associated General Contractors has ranked areas for job creation and loss. Gadsden ranked third for percentage of jobs lost, losing 9% or 100 jobs in the past year. — Associated General Contractors
Headland distillery thrives beyond founder’s expectations
Lloyd Keel anticipated a hobby business when he opened his distillery in Headland, but his venture has drawn so much business he had to develop new products to meet the demand. — Made in Alabama
