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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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.