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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announces more than $900K in funding allocated to Opelika Development Authority
MONTGOMERY, Ala. () — In a speech addressed to the Economic Development Association of Alabama on Monday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that more than $25.9 million in funding will be allocated across 15 communities in Alabama, including Opelika. Ivey says the funds are in support of economic development projects across the state, reinforcing commitments to long-term job creation and site readiness. The Opelika Industrial Development Authority was granted $921,310 as a part of the 'Growing Alabama' program. 'Growing Alabama is one of the most effective tools we have to strengthen our economic foundation and prepare communities — both large and small — for future growth,' said Ivey. 'These investments are paving the way for high-quality jobs, business expansion and long-term prosperity across every corner of our state.' The funds were designated by the Renewal of Alabama Commission as part of the 2025 'Growing Alabama' program. Officials say that over 27% of this year's funding allocations were to rural areas, which are a key focus of the state. The projects include various site developments and public infrastructure improvements designed to strengthen industrial parks and strategic assets statewide. Here is a list of the 2025 Growing Alabama awards: Opelika Industrial Development Authority – $921,310: Opelika Innovation & Technology Park City of Prattville – $4.9 million: Prattville South Industrial Park Alabama State Port Authority – $3.55 million: Montgomery Intermodal Container Transfer Facility Dothan Industrial Development Board – $3.26 million: Houston County Distribution Park Mobile Airport Authority – $2.5 million: Brookley Expansion Site Cleburne County Commission – $2 million: MC3 Property Lake Martin Industrial Development Authority – $2 million: industrial site improvements Calhoun County Economic Development Council – $2 million: industrial site development City of Hamilton – $1.47 million: Hamilton I-22 Industrial Park Craig Field Airport & Industrial Authority – $1.26 million: Craig Field Industrial Park Jasper Industrial Development Board – $949,150: Jasper Industrial Park City of Cullman – $750,000: Frank Research and Technology Park South Dallas Industrial Development Authority – $186,025: South Dallas Industrial Park City of Ozark – $150,000: Ozark Airport Industrial Site Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation – $24,856: Ozark Industrial Park Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Alabama governor orders flags lowered to honor Texas flooding victims
Gov. Kay Ivey has authorized the lowering of flags to half-staff throughout Alabama to honor those who died in the recent Texas flash flooding. The flags will be lowered until sunrise Monday, July 14, her order reads. "I hereby authorize flags be flown at half-staff effective immediately on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama until sunrise Monday, July 14, 2025, in honor of those who lost their lives, including those from Alabama, in the recent deadly Texas Hill Country flooding," Ivey said in a release from the governor's office. More than 100 people died in the flooding, including young Sarah Marsh 8, of Mountain Brook, and many more are still missing, including members of the Santana family from Mobile, the release says. More: Texans mourn the dead as search for more than 170 flood victims continues: Live updates More: Ways to help Texas flooding victims while avoiding scams Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at mroney@ To support his work, please subscribe to the Montgomery Advertiser. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags lowered to honor Texas flooding victims
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alabama Tax Free Weekend: time to stock up
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — As summer begins to wrap up, the time has come to stock up on school supplies during the annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday approaches this weekend in Alabama. Mobile County man arrested after shovel attack, police say 'A new school year brings new opportunities, and we want every Alabama student to step into the classroom ready to learn and succeed,' Alabama Governor Kay Ivey said in a recent news release. 'This tax holiday is one more way we're supporting our Alabama families and reinforcing the importance of education across our state. When we invest in our students and equip them for success, we're building a stronger future for all of Alabama.' This Friday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20, items like pencils, paper, binders, calculators, and rulers will be sales tax free. School uniforms, books, and computers will also be exempt from sales tax. 'ALDOR is pleased we can offer this tax-free opportunity to parents and caregivers across Alabama who are getting their children ready for the upcoming school year,' Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner Vernon Barnett said. 'Many counties, cities, and towns are also participating in the tax-free holiday, so we encourage everyone in Alabama to take advantage, and we wish students all the best this year.' Counties and municipalities are able to participate by removing local sales and use tax from the same items during the same time frame, the release said. Mobile police, firefighters respond to Africatown crash To view a full list of sales tax-free items, visit the website. To find out if your city or county is participating in the holiday, visit this page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- General
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Mobile's Alabama Task Force 1 search and rescue team deployed to Texas
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey sent a search and rescue team, including members of Mobile Fire Rescue, to Texas to assist in rescue and recovery efforts on Thursday. Global steel manufacturer announces $61 million investment; 100 jobs coming to Loxley According to a news release from Gov. Ivey's office, the state is sending a 40-person team that includes Alabama Task Force 1 from Mobile, the Tuscaloosa Fire Department and the Saraland Fire Department. The team includes members from different disciplines, including rescue, canine search, medical, hazmat, technical search and communications, according to the release. That multi-discipline tactic allows them to conduct search and rescue in all hazards, to include locating, accessing, medically stabilizing and extricating survivors from affected structures and areas, the release said. 'Search and rescue remains the goal, and Alabama is going to do all we can to lend a helping hand to Texas,' Gov. Ivey said. Gov. Ivey spoke on the connection to the devastating floods in Texas, in the loss of Alabama residents, and some Alabama residents still missing. 'We are heartbroken in Alabama and have lost two of our own,' she said. 'I pray for Sarah Marsh's family as they navigate the unimaginable loss of their precious daughter. My prayers are also with the Santanas as they grieve the loss of Camille and are still searching for three members of their family. Truly, we are all grieving alongside these Alabamians, as well as those in Texas and across our country.' Gov. Ivey said she was glad Alabama had the resources and trained people to assist in this tragedy. 'I am grateful to all those who are part of the search and rescue mission, and I pray for their safety and for the success of their mission,' she said. 'Y'all pray for Texas.' Backstreet boy wants it his way in court case against Walton County Sheriff's Office The team left at 3 p.m. today and will work in 12-hour shifts for up to 14 days, according to the release. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CNBC
10-07-2025
- Business
- CNBC
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Governor: Kay Ivey, Republican Population: 5,157,699 GDP growth (Q1 2025): 1% Unemployment rate (May 2025): 3.3% Top corporate tax rate: 6.5% Top individual income tax rate: 5% Gasoline tax: 49 cents/gallon Bond rating (Moody's/S&P): Aa1, Stable/AA, Stable Economic profile sources: U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Federation of Tax Administrators, Energy Information Administration (including 18.40 cent/gallon federal tax), Moody's Investor Service, S&P Global Market Intelligence
