New companies and business growth featured in the first Graham Economic Partnership panel

The Safford-Graham Economic Partnership recently announced some exciting updates during their Economic Development Panel meeting. Pima Town Manager Vernon Baty, Thatcher Town Manager Heath Brown, and Safford Mayor John Caserra highlighted several new projects and businesses that will be launching soon. “We have a plan for a new Burger King, which will involve demolishing the […]
As Trump supports energy leadership, Alabama legislators reinforce their commitment with the ‘Powering Growth’ plan

Alabama’s Energy Future Gets a Boost As President Donald Trump pushes for swift action to regain control over the nation’s energy resources, Alabama’s lawmakers are stepping up with legislative initiatives that aim to enhance the state’s energy landscape and bolster its economic standing. Recently, the Alabama Senate passed the Power Ring Growth Package—a trio of […]
Governor Ivey enacts ‘Powering Growth’ legislation as the state aims to boost Alabama’s energy leadership and economic growth

Gov. Ivey Signs “Promoting Growth” Energy Infrastructure Package On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey signed a substantial energy infrastructure package called “Promoting Growth.” This initiative aims to secure Alabama’s energy future, boost economic development, and tackle ongoing supply chain issues across the state. The new law, which has garnered support from state officials and business advocates, […]
Gulf Shores gets ready for growth: New airport and Allegiant flights aimed at enhancing beach tourism

For the first time in its history, the Gulf Coast is about to expand its commercial air services, specifically at Gulf Coast International Airport. The inaugural flight from Allegiant Air is set to leave the airport on May 21, signaling the beginning of something new for the Alabama Gulf Coast. The first flight will take […]
Funding supports growth of 125-acre industrial area in Opelika

Investment in Opelika’s Industrial Growth The Opelika Industrial Development Bureau has received a Seeds Grant, part of a broader initiative by Governor Kay Ivey, aimed at enhancing industrial site readiness throughout Alabama. This grant is part of a larger allocation of $23.5 million from the state’s Industrial Development Authority, which is designed to stimulate economic […]
Alabama’s housing market experiences yearly growth even with a small drop in monthly numbers, April report shows

Alabama Housing Market Shows Year-Over-Year Growth in April 2025 The Alabama housing market experienced notable growth year-over-year in April 2025, even though there were some minor declines in key areas over the preceding months. This includes metrics like home sales, prices, and overall sales volume, as highlighted in the recent Alabama Economic and Real Estate […]
Club for Growth supports Tommy Tuberville’s bid for Governor of Alabama in 2026

Tommy Tuberville to Run for Alabama Governor in 2026 Senator Tommy Tuberville is set to announce his candidacy for the Governor of Alabama in 2026 during an upcoming event hosted by Growthpack’s club in Auburn next Tuesday. The Club for Growth PAC, which gave Tuberville a lifetime rating of 93%, has previously backed him during […]
Alabama positioned to gain from U.S. Steel’s $11 billion nationwide growth

The Alabama steel sector is set to gain substantially from the recent $14.9 billion acquisition of US Steel by Nippon Steel Corporation from Japan. This monumental partnership, announced on June 18, is expected to usher in considerable investments in the domestic steel industry, including a dedicated $500 million for upgrades at the US Steel facility […]
Alabama’s housing market experiences significant growth in May, with inventory reaching a five-year peak.

Alabama Housing Market Sees Strong Growth in May The housing market in Alabama appears to be thriving, reflecting notable growth in May. Home sales, prices, and overall sales figures have all risen compared to the same period last year, according to the latest report. In May 2025, there were 6,214 homes sold, a 7.3% increase […]
Helena looks at a 1% sales tax rise to tackle budget gaps and support growth

Helena Considers Sales Tax Increase The city of Helena is looking into a proposed 1% sales tax increase, which is expected to bring in about $2 million annually. This idea was a key point at a recent Helena City Council meeting. Councilman Andy Healy, as reported by WBRC, acknowledged that raising taxes isn’t something anyone […]