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VA provides 2,149 home purchase loans in Alabama in Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 14, 2025

There were 2,149 VA home purchase loans issued in Alabama in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, totaling $712.3 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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ALDOT announces resurfacing project on SR-18 in Lamar County

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 14, 2025

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has announced plans to resurface and install guardrails on a section of SR-18 in Lamar County.

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Gov. Ivey highlights $2 million Demopolis project under Rebuild Alabama initiative

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 14, 2025

Gov. Kay Ivey recently visited Demopolis to emphasize a $2 million transportation project as part of her Rebuild Alabama initiative.

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Planned ramp closures on I-65 SB in Blount County announced by ALDOT

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 13, 2025

Beginning June 17, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will implement periodic closures of the southbound entrance and exit ramps at the I-65/SR-160 interchange in Blount County.

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Nighttime resurfacing on SR-255 in Huntsville begins June 16

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 13, 2025

Nighttime resurfacing on SR-255/Research Park Boulevard in Huntsville is set to commence on the evening of Monday, June 16, contingent on weather conditions.

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Aldot announces repair project on I-20/59 northbound in Greene County

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 13, 2025

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is set to start a project next week aimed at improving a section of I-20/59 northbound in Greene County.

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I-65 resurfacing and bridge repairs set for Morgan County

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 13, 2025

A resurfacing project on Interstate 65 in Morgan County is set to commence next week, with work scheduled to begin on the evening of Monday, June 16, weather permitting.

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Pedestrian bridge installation prompts temporary US-31 closure in Vestavia Hills

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 12, 2025

US-31 in Vestavia Hills will be temporarily closed on Sunday, June 22, starting at 10:30 p.m. to facilitate the setting of a pedestrian bridge.

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USDA allocates $1 billion for livestock producers hit by drought or wildfire

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 12, 2025

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced that $1 billion will be provided to livestock producers affected by drought or wildfire in 2023 and 2024.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Alabama increases from Q3 to Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 11, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Alabama in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $331,441, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Alabama companies were under most scrutiny during Q1?

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Biologics companies from Alabama in the first quarter of 2025.

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Alabama sees 4 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry during 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 9, 2025

Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry based in Alabama submitted four H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Alabama receives $202.6 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q4

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 9, 2025

The VA issued 632 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Alabama during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA home loan amount averages $321,914 in Alabama for Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 5, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Alabama during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $321,914, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Alabama legislature passes bills supporting small businesses and reducing grocery taxes

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 4, 2025

The Alabama Legislature concluded its 2025 session on May 14, with several bills passed to support small businesses.

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FOIA Request Sent to Troy University Regarding Chinese National Students on June 4, 2025

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 4, 2025

FOIA Request to Troy University Regarding Chinese National Students on June 4, 2025.

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Aldot prepares for 2025 hurricane season in South Alabama

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 3, 2025

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has announced its preparedness for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins on June 1.

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VA provides 0.2% fewer home purchase loans in Alabama in Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 2, 2025

There were 2,149 VA home purchases in Alabama in the fourth quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $712.3 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Alabama employers classified under the Construction industry during 2024?

By Yellowhammer Times | Jun 2, 2025

In 2024, 10 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Construction industry located in Alabama, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Alabama ranks 14th in total VA home loans during Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 30, 2025

Alabama ranked 14th in the nation in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2024, with 3,319 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.