Tuberville announces run for governor
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announced Tuesday that he will run for governor of Alabama in 2026. He is the first Republican to throw his hat in the ring to succeed Gov. Kay Ivey, who will have been governor for just under 10 years when her term ends in January 2027. – AL.com
Westwater receives patent for Kellyton plant
Westwater Resources has received a patent for its graphite purifying methods at its graphite plant under construction in Kellyton. The company’s graphite deposit is located across nearly 42,000 acres in Coosa County. – Business Wire
USDA increases reimbursement for inspection programs
The USDA is increasing reimbursement rates for states with meat and poultry inspection programs, including Alabama. Reimbursement rates will be up to 50%, which is authorized in the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Poultry Products Inspection Act. – Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries
Lawsuit filed involving 62 Alabama Hardee’s
A Nevada investment group is suing Hardee’s after the fast-food company moved to terminate franchise agreements in three states, including at 62 locations in Alabama. Hardee’s says the restaurants, led by franchisee Paradigm Investment Group, do not adhere to standard business hours and refuse to use online ordering, among other things. – AL.com
