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Commerce announces two additions to lead the agency’s Rural Development Division
MONTGOMERY, Alabama – The Alabama Department of Commerce has appointed two economic development professionals to lead the agency’s Rural Development Division.
January 22, 2026
Rural, Manufacturing
Wire manufacturer plans $176 million expansion in Cleburne County
November 25, 2025
Rural, Manufacturing
Aquatic Leisure Technologies to Launch First U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Opp
November 21, 2025
Rural, Forestry Products
Georgia-Pacific to invest $800 million in Alabama River Cellulose Mill
September 10, 2025
Rural
CFM plans $7 million facility in Heflin, bringing jobs and growth to Cleburne County
August 06, 2025
Rural, Enterprise
Growing Alabama allocations topping $25.9 million to drive statewide economic growth
July 28, 2025
Rural, Enterprise
$23 million in new SEEDS funding will accelerate site development across Alabama
June 24, 2025
Rural, Aerospace & Aviation
Tuskegee University revives flight training legacy with new aviation program
June 18, 2025
Rural, Enterprise
Governor Ivey signs ‘Powering Growth’ plan to energize future economic gains
May 14, 2025
Rural, Enterprise
Alabama’s economic growth continues with $7 billion in new investment from 2024 projects
March 24, 2025
Rural, Workforce
Alabama offers free mental health and substance abuse training for employers
March 10, 2025
Rural, Forestry Products
Alabama’s $36 billion forestry industry powers rural growth and innovation
January 21, 2025