WHEREAS, Alabamians of all backgrounds and experiences have contributed to the rich history of the state of Alabama, and African Americans hold a special place in the history of the state…
Tag: Governor Robert Bentley
Governor Bentley Announces New Department of Corrections Commissioner
MONTGOMERY–Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday announced Colonel Jefferson S. Dunn will become the new commissioner at the Alabama Department of Corrections upon his retirement from the United States Air Force in…
Alabama Job Growth Gains Momentum
MONTGOMERY, Alabama – Job growth in Alabama during 2014 reached a pace not seen since 2007, and the state’s December unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent, the lowest rate in six…
Alabama Unemployment at 6 Year Low
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate is 5.7%, down from November’s rate of 6.0%, and below December 2013’s rate of 6.1%. “Alabama’s unemployment rate is at a level this state has not experienced in more…
Bentley Highlights First Term Accomplishments
MONTGOMERY —Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday held a news conference in Montgomery, with his cabinet and staff, to highlight a list of his administration’s accomplishments from his first term as governor.…
Alabama, Peru Strengthen Economic Ties with Agreement
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — A trade memorandum signed today will strengthen economic ties between Alabama and Peru, setting the stage for increased cooperation between the state and the South American nation. Alabama Governor…
"Selma" Could be Break for Alabama Film Industry
MONTGOMERY, Alabama – The director of Alabama’s Film Office hopes the state’s growing film industry will receive a boost from the critically acclaimed “Selma,” which was partially shot in Alabama last…
Alabama's October Unemployment Rate Drops to 6.3%
Governor Robert Bentley on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted October unemployment rate is 6.3%, down from September’s rate of 6.6%. October’s rate represents 133,470 unemployed persons, compared to 140,555…