Port Sets Record for Met Coal Export Shipment
Bulk carrier NSU Welfare in early October loaded 146,479 short tons, equal to 132,883.5 metric tons, of Alabama metallurgical coal bound for Asia, where...
Mercedes Expands, Adding Jobs
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, in Vance, is expanding again. According to news reports citing the Tuscaloosa County Industrial Development Authority, a 500,000-square-foot facility is slated...
Future USS Mobile Finishes Acceptance Trials
The Littoral Combat Ship that will be the USS Mobile has completed its acceptance trials, according to shipbuilder Austal.
The ship, now known as the...
Top Headlines: Small businesses seek relief, Delta Regional Authority invests in Black Belt
Half of small businesses would apply for another PPP loan
A survey from the Alabama chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business says half...
Alabama Rocket Roundup
Alabama has been in the thick of the nation’s space program for decades. Here’s a look at some of the most prominent players and programs in progress now.
Top Headlines: Colleges foregoing ACT, SAT scores; Investor buys Saraland townhome complex
Colleges foregoing ACT, SAT scores for admission
The University of Alabama, Auburn University and most other four-year colleges in Alabama are waiving ACT and SAT...
Toyota Alabama Named 2020 Supplier of the Year
The Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association has named Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama its 2020 Supplier of the Year.
“Toyota’s incredible response throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has...
Mazda Honors the Human Spirit
Mazda North American Operations has launched Mazda Heroes: Honoring the Human Spirit program. The initiative aims to spotlight individuals across the country who have...
Shipt Plans for 100,000 New Seasonal Workers
Birmingham-based Shipt, which provides shopping services for busy consumers, has announced plans to hire 100,000 season workers.
The increase will bring the firm’s shopper base...
Top Headlines: Unemployment claims decrease slightly, Terry Saban new Stillman trustee
Unemployment claims decrease slightly
Unemployment claims in Alabama were down slightly for the week ending Oct. 3 – 7,732, compared to 8,805 the previous week....
