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Economic development initiative unites Northeast Alabama programs

RAINBOW CITY -- A newly formed regional economic development organization representing nine counties across Northeast Alabama, has announced a landmark partnership with three leading educational and...

‘Generational’ North Huntsville Greenway to drive recreational and economic growth

HUNTSVILLE -- Called a "once-in-a-generation opportunity," the North Huntsville Greenway aims to recognize the unique character of North Huntsville while creating lasting benefits for...

‘Big things are happening’: Etowah County poised for major economic growth

GADSDEN -- Etowah County is at a turning point and State Sen. Andrew Jones says the future is looking bright. “We’re having kind of a...

Born from healthy high school rivalry, sports facilities in Decatur support healthy residents and economy

DECATUR -- If you were born in the river city of Decatur, then you are most likely familiar with the intense rivalry between Decatur...

Ivey announces $23.2M in SEEDS grants available to communities for economic growth

MONTGOMERY – Communities looking for opportunities of economic development should apply for grants through the state's Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. Applications...

Singing River Trail to celebrate major milestone with downtown Leighton groundbreaking

LEIGHTON – As the town of Leighton celebrates the legacy of Percy Sledge this weekend, officials will host a ceremony that will make sweet...

Athens named second-fastest growing city in Alabama

ATHENS – Athens has been recognized as the second-fastest growing city in Alabama, according to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a population...

State’s ‘Powering Growth’ plan aims to secure energy dominance for growth

MONTGOMERY – Legislation that is aimed to solidify the state's energy dominance while accelerating economic development was signed into law today by Gov. Kay...

Study: Alabama’s inland waterways deliver $19B in value and 91,000 jobs

MOBILE – Alabama's inland waterways deliver coal, steel, wood pellets, ag products, petroleum and chemical products to ports up and down the state. And,...

Community Development Block Grant to help Ider economic expansion

MONTGOMERY — Infrastructure plans to help business and job growth in Ider have received a substantial boost, Gov. Kay Ivey announced today. A $225,000 Community...