Katherine MacGilvray

From research to tourism, Jefferson County's economy and culture continues to flourish as more companies move to and expand in the area.

Health care, biotech, distribution, tourism and more anchor Jefferson County's economy.

Nine medical facilities serve residents and visitors of Jefferson County, including Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham.

The individuals who help shape the communities in Jefferson County, including Anupam Agarwal, dean of the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.

Eight institutions of higher learning provide certificate and degree options for area residents, including Birmingham-Southern College.

Museums, historic places, trails and sports attract visitors to the area.

Jefferson County and the cities within it are developing industrial sites, making improvements to downtown areas and more.

Tuscaloosa County, home to the University of Alabama, the cities of Tuscaloosa and Northport and Mercedes-Benz, offers economic and cultural attractions.

Education, automotive, health care, tourism and more anchor the Tuscaloosa County economy.

Seven medical facilities serve residents and visitors of Tuscaloosa County.