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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.

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Greenville rest area on I-65 South nears completion with modern upgrades

By Yellowhammer Times | May 30, 2025

Travelers on I-65 near Greenville will soon benefit from a newly rebuilt rest area, as the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) nears completion of the project.

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Tensaw River Bridge replacement project advances in Mobile

By Yellowhammer Times | May 30, 2025

Construction is progressing on the new Tensaw River Bridge along the US-90/US-98 Causeway near Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile, Alabama.

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Hamilton District team maintains roads with dedication and community spirit

By Yellowhammer Times | May 30, 2025

In the rolling hills of northwest Alabama, the Hamilton District operates as one of the state's largest linear-mile districts.

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Alabama ranked 37th in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 27, 2025

With $321,914 in home loans issued, Alabama ranked 37th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry file 84 H-1B petitions in Alabama throughout 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 26, 2025

In 2024, 84 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Finance and Insurance 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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Number of VA loans issued in Alabama increased by 16.7% from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 24, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,319 home loans in Alabama, totaling $1.1 billion, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NFIB introduces digital tools highlighting benefits of tax deduction for Alabama

By Yellowhammer Times | May 22, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has introduced two digital tools aimed at assisting small business owners, policymakers, and the public in Alabama.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Alabama in Q4 vs. Q3 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 21, 2025

The VA issued 632 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Alabama during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 260 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Alabama increases in Q4 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 19, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Alabama during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $321,914, a 2.2% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Utilities industry file 1 petition in Alabama throughout 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 19, 2025

Employers classified under the Utilities industry based in Alabama submitted one H-1B petition 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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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Alabama average $320,648 for Q4

By Yellowhammer Times | May 16, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Alabama for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $320,648, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Alabama sees 18 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry during 2024

By Yellowhammer Times | May 12, 2025

In 2024, 18 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located in Alabama, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.