Report: 2021 Alabama growth projects bring $7.7 billion in new investment
A new report shows that economic development projects launched in Alabama in 2021 will result in $7.7 billion in capital investment and almost 10,200 jobs
Macon County logistics park plans to begin construction
Construction of the first building in a three-phase Macon County logistics park is slated to begin this summer
CARA receives $474,000 grant from Sewell’s office
Rep. Terri Sewell is giving a nearly $500,000 grant to a nonprofit that helps small businesses grow.
Woodlawn Theatre is now under construction
Woodlawn Theatre, a live music venue planned for the Birmingham suburb since 2019, is under construction and accepting bookings for late summer.
New Birmingham funds will support area businesses
The Birmingham City Council and Mayor Randall L. Woodfin have approved the creation of a program that establishes two funds to provide resources for businesses
Alabama Launchpad announces first round finalists
Nine firms are competing for concept stage and seed stage funding in Alabama Launchpad's first cycle of 2022.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema will open first Alabama location in Birmingham
Alabama Drafthouse Cinema, the Texas-based chain featuring movies, food, drinks and retail, will open its first Alabama location at the Powell Steam Plant development.
State economy set to grow, UA researchers say
As pandemic wanes, Alabama business expected to see “stellar growth,” led by increased output by the state's manufacturing and service sectors.
Bessemer is booming
Bessemer Mayor Kenneth Gulley smiles, shakes his head and laughingly laments at just how successful the city has been recently in attracting major corporations...
Alabama Innovation Commission releases recommendations
The Alabama Innovation Commission today shared its report that focuses on five components.
