Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Saban, Newsome, Croom Among Alabama Ties to New National Coalition of Minority Football Coaches
The National Coalition of Minority Football Coaches (NCMFC) has a board made up of some of the biggest names in the sport – and some strong Alabama ties. Continue reading →
Added SEC Opponents Named for Alabama, Auburn
The dates and times of the 2020 Southeastern Conference-only football schedules have not been released, but all of the teams, including Alabama and Auburn, know who their added opponents will be. Continue reading →
Alabama Mercedes Plant Among First in World to Use Innovative Production System
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) in Tuscaloosa is among the first auto plants in the world to implement elements of Mercedes’ new MO360 digitized production system. Continue reading →
$55 Million Student Housing Development Coming Near UAB
The Jefferson County Commission on Thursday voted to abate nearly $650,000 in taxes for a $55 million student housing complex in the Parkside District near the UAB campus. Continue reading →
Concerts, Food Festival and More in Can’t Miss Alabama
Support Alabama Black Belt Adventures all summer long in this week’s edition of Can’t Miss Alabama. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Crews Travel to East Coast to Assist in Storm Restoration
The company’s lineworkers often travel outside the state to assist when large storms strike elsewhere, just as out-of-state companies assist when Alabama needs help. Now, Alabama Power crews are heading to New Jersey, where Tropical Storm Isaias left many without power. Continue reading →
Restoration of Alabama’s Lightning Point Nearly Complete
Construction of new breakwaters, jetties, marshes and tidal creeks are nearly complete at Lightning Point in Bayou La Batre. Continue reading →
College Admissions Made Possible Helps Underserved Students Achieve College Goals
College Admissions Made Possible has multiple programs to smooth the path toward college for underserved students in Birmingham and Alabama’s Black Belt, including College Compass. Continue reading →
Alabama Cities Taking to the Water With New Shoreline Public Parks
More Alabama cities are discovering, or rediscovering, the allure and economic development potential of their waterfronts. Continue reading →
Obex Health Creates Tailor-Made Face Masks to Keep People Safe From COVID-19
Obex PPE is in demand among health providers and supplies high safety for teachers, schoolchildren and people who interact with the public for work. Continue reading →
