Category Civic

Civic/City relevant stories to the state of Alabama.

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.

⛑️ BLOOD SHORTAGE: The national blood supply has declined by nearly 25% in the last month. Find out how you can help.

♻️ RECYCLING CENTER: Auburn has opened its new permanent center for residents to drop-off recyclable materials.

🚒 TEXAS FLOODING: Alabama crews are headed to San Antonio to assist in search + rescue efforts after catastrophic flooding.

🤢 PARASITE OUTBREAK: Alabama has reported its first 11 cases as the CDC announces a connection to fast food restaurants.

⭐️ ALABAMA TOURISM: Lee Sentell, who was first appointed in 2003, is retiring as the state's tourism director.

🌱 BRIDGES INITIATIVE: HudsonAlpha recently received a $15 million grant for a new agricultural initiative.

🚧 STADIUM TRACE: Phase II expansion will receive $28 million in incentives + $4 million to address stormwater issues.

📓✏️ TAX FREE WEEKEND: From clothing to school supplies, check out what items are eligible for tax-free weekend in Alabama.

🏓 PICKLEBALL COURTS: Dothan has opened a new facility which includes 25 covered courts for pickleball players of all skill levels.