Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: Naval Blockade Imposed On Confederate States
April 19, 1861: A week after Confederate forces fired on Fort Sumter, President Abraham Lincoln ordered a naval blockade of Southern ports to prevent the export of cotton and the smuggling of arms and supplies to rebel fighters Continue reading →
Survey: Optimism Abounds As Alabama Business Owners Project Hiring, Wage Increases
A tight labor market and mounting economic enthusiasm among business owners could equal more jobs and higher wages for Alabama workers in the next six months. Continue reading →
Hyundai Power Transformers To Expand In Alabama With 86 New Jobs
Hyundai Power Transformers USA is investing $33 million to increase production at its manufacturing facility in Montgomery, creating 86 jobs. Continue reading →
Bello Moments At Birmingham’s Bettola
James Lewis has made a name and a niche for himself in a city that is increasingly famous for its food. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Hosts Education Event At Honda Indy Grand Prix Of Alabama
Students from across the region will head to Barber Motorsports Park for the seventh annual Alabama Power education event, in advance of this weekend’s Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: William Rufus King Died
April 18, 1853: Alabamian William Rufus King served as vice president of the United States for only a few weeks before he succumbed to tuberculosis Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Pizitz
Alabama Public Television is producing a series of videos titled “Alabama Legacy Moments” that offer a quick history of the people, places and stories that have defined Alabama. Done in conjunction with the ongoing bicentennial celebration of the state that concludes in 2019, the short pieces should inspire you to learn more about the rich history of Alabama. “Alabama Legacy Moments” are sponsored by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission and the Alabama Broadcasters Association. Continue reading →
Uab Heartbeat Project Keeps Man’s Memory Alive
Steven Eaise was 47 years old when he was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2015. The loving husband, father and musician went through chemotherapy and was in remission for about a year when the cancer returned. This time, it had metastasized throughout his body. Continue reading →
Alabama Trade Mission Team Seeks Business Connections In South America
Alabama Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield is leading a team of state business leaders on a trade mission in South America this week, aiming to forge new relationships and find new markets for their goods and services. Continue reading →
Parade Magazine Recognizes Alabama Solar Project
A solar energy project in Chambers County, built in partnership with Alabama Power, was among 50 green initiatives – one from each state – recognized in the latest issue of Parade magazine. Continue reading →
