Alabama unemployment rate remains below national average
📊 ALABAMA UNEMPLOYMENT: The state remains below the national average and had major gains in the leisure + hospitality industry last month.
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Business stories relevant to the state of Alabama.
Alabama swimmer wins $10k in SEC Startup competition
🏊 BEYOND BARRIERS: An Alabama swimmer earned funds for her business that offers adaptive swim lessons for children.
Pelham Walmart, Priceville travel center among new $1M+ building permits
Six new building permits were approved across the state last week for construction projects exceeding $1 million. These projects include work in The Huntsville and Decatur area, the Guntersville area, metro Birmingham and Anniston. Together, these six projects combine for…
Aerospace parts manufacturer investing $50M for second location in Alabama
✈️ DONCASTERS ALABAMA: The London-based company announced plans to open its second facility in the state.
Alabama record store ranked among the best in the South
🎧 BEST RECORD STORES IN THE SOUTH: Alabama's own Seasick Records got the nod from Southern Living.
Dutch Bros Coffee announces 10th Alabama location
☕ DUTCH BROS: The popular coffee chain is adding another location to its growing presence in Alabama.
Anniston’s RMC Health System changing name to Baptist Health Calhoun
🏥 BAPTIST HEALTH CALHOUN: The medical center will take on its new name this fall when the Orlando Health acquisition is finalized.
Hoover approves $28M for new Stadium Trace Village expansion
🚧 STADIUM TRACE: Phase II expansion will receive $28 million in incentives + $4 million to address stormwater issues.
Quilt Studio & Pantry announces grand opening celebration at Gee’s Bend
🧵 NEW QUILT STUDIO: The grand opening is set for July 18, featuring live demonstrations, quilt sales and more.
Church of the Highlands Auburn campus + more $1M+ building permits
🚧 NEW BUILDING PERMITS: Church of the Highlands expansion + more $1M+ projects approved last week.
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