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Alabama agriculture contributes significantly to state economy

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 19, 2025

Agriculture and forestry are significant contributors to Alabama's economy, generating $77.3 billion annually.

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Alaska DOT&PF releases new STIP amendment for public review

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 18, 2025

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has released the 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Amendment #2 for public review and comment until March 20, 2025.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry file 4 petitions in Alabama throughout 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, four H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction 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 Small Business Day rescheduled for March due to weather

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 14, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced a new date for its annual Small Business Day at the Capitol in Montgomery.

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Analysis: Alabama among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Yellowhammer Times shows that Alabama is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Alabama inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Alabama experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Alaska DOT&PF outlines plans for $900 million in construction awards amid challenges

By Yellowhammer Times | Feb 3, 2025

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has announced its highway and aviation construction projects for the 2025 season, projecting an estimated $900 million in construction awards.

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NIFB prioritizes workforce development in upcoming Alabama legislative session

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 30, 2025

Workforce development will be a major focus for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) during the upcoming Alabama legislative session.

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Alabama small business owners show increased optimism about economic future

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 14, 2025

NFIB State Director Rosemary Elebash has commented on the national NFIB Optimism Index, noting its relevance to Alabama's economic climate.

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2023: Alabama ranks 3rd nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $20,063,445

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Alabama received $20,063,445 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking third nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Illegal alien arrested for attempted kidnapping of teenager in Elmore County

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 9, 2025

A Mexican national living in the U.S. illegally was arrested in Elmore County on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, for allegedly attempting to kidnap a 17-year-old girl.

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Alabama sees less property tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $20 million in property tax revenue for Alabama, a 25.9% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Analysis: Alabama one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Yellowhammer Times shows that Alabama is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Alabama sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $1.4 billion in individual income tax revenue for Alabama, a 7.8% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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In Alabama, 135 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Yellowhammer Times | Jan 1, 2025

Alabama registered 135 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).