Alabama Press Releases

Governor Ivey Forms Technology Quality Assurance Board to Oversee Innovation and Safeguard Statewide IT Systems

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the formal establishment of the Technology Quality Assurance Board (TQAB) to ensure the responsible, secure and effective deployment of emerging technologies across Alabama executive-branch agencies. The …

Governor Ivey Signs Child Predator Death Penalty Act into Law

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed the Child Predator Death Penalty Act. One of the governor’s top priorities this legislative session, the new law provides the strongest legal protection for Alabama’s children from child predators. “For too …

The Commission hosts Regional Event on Decatur December 16, 2025

Rep. Barbara Drummond’s life is a Mobile story, a story of deep commitment and action. Her journey through journalism, city and county administration, and the Alabama State Legislature has given her a unique and powerful understanding of this city – its …

ADAI is Accepting Applications for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

ADAI is Accepting Applications for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is now accepting grant applications for projects that enhance the competitiveness of U.S. …

Alabama Women’s Commission seeks to build upon health outreach efforts after record growth

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Women’s Commission saw significant growth in 2024 with its outreach efforts through 211 Know, a free text messaging service that provides support and connections to resources that promote women’s health and well-being. …

Mel Blackwell to Release Uncommon Sense, a practical guide for business owners, executives, and emerging leaders

A Hands-On Guide to Thriving in the Wild West of Business by Mel Blackwell BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Uncommon Sense”: A Hands-On Guide to Thriving in the Wild West of Business by Mel Blackwell “ …

The Leader’s Code by Dr. Ken Chapman Now Available in French and Spanish

International Editions Extend a Proven Leadership Framework to a Global Audience TUSCALOOSA, AL, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Leader’s Code, the leadership book by industrial-organizational psychologist and …

Vascular & Interventional Specialists of America Now Open in Birmingham

New center offers outpatient, minimally invasive alternatives to surgery for many diseases and chronic health conditions BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vascular & Interventional Specialists of America (VISA), …

Larkins Investigations now offering it's Top Rated Investigative and TSCM services across the entire state of Alabama

Larkins Investigations Inspect, Collect, and Protect and we offer free consolations. MOBLIE, AL, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Larkins Investigations, a trusted leader in professional investigative services, is proud to …

Porter Freight Funding Names Chris Shelton Senior Vice President of Credit

Experienced credit executive joins Porter Freight Funding to strengthen risk strategy and support long-term customer partnerships. BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Porter Freight Funding, a leading freight …

Election Integrity Update from Secretary of State Wes Allen: “Trump DOJ Charges Blount County Noncitizen with Illegal Voting”

Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is providing an update on the case of the noncitizen indicted by a Blount County grand jury last month. A federal grand jury out of Birmingham has now indicted this noncitizen with four counts of fraudulent voting …

BankerBounty Announces Partnership with ServisFirst Bank

BankerBounty is the country's most trusted incentive platform for bank employees BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankerBounty, a leader in incentive referral programs, has signed ServisFirst Bank (NYSE: …

Orange Beach Art Festival Contends for Number One

USA Today has selected the Orange Beach Festival of Art as one of the top 20 art festivals in the country. Voting continues until March 2, 2026 ORANGE BEACH, AL, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Votes are now being cast online to …

Financial Operations Specialist

Financial Operations Specialist Department: Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Reports To: Accounting Director Status: Full Time ($38,364.00 – $64,152.00) Location: Montgomery   Overview: Performs routine professional finance and accounting functions …

Staff Accountant

Department: Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Reports To: Accounting Director Status: Full Time ($52,761.60 – $88,524.00) Location: Montgomery   Overview: The Staff Accountant performs professional accounting and auditing functions in accordance with …

Governor Ivey Announces $15.7 Million in SEEDS Grants, Accelerating Alabama’s Historic Economic Momentum

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the State Industrial Development Authority (SIDA) has approved 21 grants totaling $15.7 million under the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. The grant program is …

Morgan County Office Temporarily Relocating in February

Morgan County Office Temporarily Relocating in February The Morgan County Veterans Service Office will temporarily relocate to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office in Decatur beginning Tuesday, February 10. The office will be closed on Monday, February 9 for …

Economic developers praise dual enrollment success through the Alabama Community College System

MONTGOMERY, Ala.— Teenagers in blue scrubs, fire-resistant clothing, steel-toed boots, and lab coats are stepping into promising futures at a younger age than past generations. They’re earning technical credentials as early as their sophomore year of high …

Governor Ivey Announces Appointments Including Baldwin and Cullman County Circuit Judgeships

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced appointments to fill six vacancies, including two circuit judgeships in Baldwin and Cullman counties. Baldwin County Circuit Judge Ashley Siebert Governor Ivey has appointed Ashley W. Siebert of Fairhope …

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