Lori Chandler Pruitt

Top business developments in Jefferson County in the last 12 months.

1,400—American Cast Iron Pipe Co. ACIPCO, of Birmingham, was founded in 1905. The company makes ductile iron pipe, hydrants and valves and spiral-welded steel pipe. 970—U.S....

Ranked by number of employees

Tuscaloosa County, in west central Alabama, is among the fastest-growing counties in the state. It is home to the University of Alabama and Mercedes-Benz...

A round up of the top news items within the last year in Tuscaloosa County

Morgan, Limestone and Franklin counties comprise one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. They are part of and benefit from the aggressive job growth in the area and are making it a priority to ensure they are able to handle the population growth that will ensue.

Houston County is located in the southeast corner of the state in the heart of the Wiregrass region. The county seat is Dothan, a...

With all the business announcements and new developments, Madison County is growing at a quick pace in many areas.

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A recent analysis by 24/7 Wall Street found the Rocket City is one of the best places in the country for the number of high-tech jobs.