News Summary Alabama has been recognized as the eighth best state for business by Area Development magazine in its 2025 report. The state excelled in
News Summary First Bank of Alabama has been recognized as a finalist for the Alabama Small Business of the Year Awards, nominated by the Sylacauga
News Summary Alabama businesses and private nonprofits affected by heavy rainfall can apply for low-interest federal disaster loans from the SBA. The EIDL program offers
News Summary In response to excessive rainfall between May 1 and June 30, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration has activated the Economic Injury Disaster
News Summary Goldman Sachs has introduced a $100 million initiative to support rural small businesses in Alabama. Announced at a Birmingham event, this program extends
News Summary Alabama’s construction industry is struggling with workforce challenges due to declining job growth and restrictive immigration policies. With 34% of workers being foreign-born,
News Summary The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) has acquired Birmingham Bound, a program that has attracted over 20 tech companies since 2018. This
News Summary Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate has announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor. Supported by a coalition of business leaders, Pate aims to leverage
News Summary A recent study by Simplify LLC reveals that Alabama is the sixth most expensive state for starting a business in the U.S. The
News Summary Alabama has opened nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards, recognizing local entrepreneurs across various categories. Categories include Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned, Small
