Governor Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that the State Industrial Development Authority (SIDA) has approved 29 grants totaling $23.5 million under the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. These grants aim to accelerate the development of industry-ready sites, positioning Alabama to attract transformative economic growth projects. The SEEDS grants will support industrial site development…
Growth Alliance supports Alabama Development Fund to supercharge economic development with no new taxes
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair today announced that the Alabama Growth Alliance, a public-private partnership dedicated to advancing the state’s economic priorities, has endorsed the creation of the Alabama Development Fund to provide a source of sustainable funding for economic development without increasing taxes or cutting existing programs. Secretary McNair said the Alabama Development Fund would allow the…
2 Montgomery sites earn Gold Level designations from CSX Select Site program
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Montgomery has earned two prestigious Gold Level designations from the CSX Select Site program, a recognition that sets the city apart as the only location across CSX’s 25-state network to achieve dual gold certification. The CSX Select Site program evaluates industrial sites based on rigorous standards of readiness and operational efficiency. These…
8 Alabama-made holiday gifts that celebrate local craftsmanship
You already know that all kinds of great products are made in workshops, factories, studios and kitchens across Alabama. Even better, many of them make perfect gifts for the special ones on your holiday shopping list. Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide highlights the creativity of Alabama companies, artisans, entrepreneurs and others producing one-of-a-kind items ideal…
Port of Huntsville gets lift from SEEDS site development grant
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama —The Port of Huntsville is receiving a $650,000 Alabama economic development grant designed to boost site development for big industrial projects located across the state. The SEEDS, or Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy, program will provide North Alabama’s inland port with funding to grade greenfield land and hook up to city utilities.…
Dothan Warehouse launching $5.2 million growth project creating 50 jobs
DOTHAN, Alabama — Dothan Warehouse announced today that it plans a $5.2 million expansion project that will add 120,000 square feet of temperature-controlled storage space while creating 50 jobs at the company’s Houston County facility. The project will provide 40,000 square feet of space to store products needing temperature levels at 35 degrees and 80,0000…
SEEDS grant adds fuel to growth plans at Oxford industrial site
OXFORD, Alabama — Calhoun County’s efforts to accelerate economic development received a major boost this week as the Alabama Department of Commerce formally presented the Calhoun County Economic Development Council with an $858,000 SEEDS grant. This funding underscores Alabama’s commitment to advancing industrial site readiness through the state’s forward-thinking Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy…
DC BLOX plans new advanced data centers in Montgomery and Huntsville
DC BLOX, a leading provider of digital infrastructure in the Southeastern United States, has announced plans to develop three new hyperscale edge node sites, with Montgomery and Huntsville selected as locations for advanced data centers. These investment projects underscore Atlanta-based DC BLOX’s commitment to meeting the region’s rapidly growing demand for cutting-edge digital infrastructure. The…
Walker County launches Heritage Park with support from SEEDS and Growing Alabama
The Walker County Economic & Industrial Development Authority, joined by state and local leaders, broke ground last week on the Heritage Industrial Park — a 200-acre site strategically located just south of the Dora exit on Interstate 22. This milestone reflects the impact of Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) and Growing Alabama…
Florence-Lauderdale Industrial Park receives $2 million SEEDS grant
FLORENCE, Alabama — Today, officials in Lauderdale County celebrated a significant milestone as the Florence-Lauderdale Industrial Park was awarded a $2 million grant through Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. This funding, part of a statewide initiative to stimulate local economies, will be used to enhance infrastructure at the industrial park, paving…
