News from 2018


State institution: These 4-year Alabama schools attract the most in-state students

Faulkner University, University of Alabama in Huntsville and Miles College enrolled the most in-state students of all four-year Alabama schools, according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of fall 2017 data.

Alabama has sixth highest home vacancy rate in nation

Alabama posted the sixth highest home vacancy rate among the 50 states and the District of Columbia in the analysis, according to new real estate numbers reported by ATTOM Data Solutions.

University of Alabama has most student athletes in state

University of Alabama ranked No. 1 for student athletic participation in the state, according to an Alabama Business Daily analysis of college sports participation.

Alabama building permits: September 2018

Alabama issued 1,040 building permits for privately owned housing during September, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Alabama’s population rose 0.3% from mid-2017 to mid-2018

Alabama’s population increased by 12,751, or 0.3 percent between July 1, 2017, and July 1, 2018, according to estimates released this week by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Analysis: Short-term health plans in Birmingham 43% less than market plans

The monthly cost of short-term health insurance plans in Birmingham is $277.41, 43 percent below the cost of individual market plans, according to a recent analysis by the Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA).

Huntingdon College wrestling earned nearly $173,000 in 2016

Huntingdon College wrestling brought in $6,390 per athlete in revenue in 2016, according to a Business Daily analysis of U.S. Department of Education data.

GADSDEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: One-to-One Small Business Counseling to be held Jan.9

The Jacksonville State University Small Business Development Center, the SBA, and The Chamber, Gadsden & Etowah County, will offer one-on-one counseling for prospective and existing small business owners at NO CHARGE on Wednesday from 1 - 4 P.M.

Analysis: Which college golf program grossed the most in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham, Samford University and Troy University top the list of highest grossing women's college golf programs nationwide in 2016

GADSDEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Gadsden State to resume normal operations Friday morning

Gadsden Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on.Gadsden, Ala.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ASSOCIATION OF ALABAMA: Job Posting: The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama- Vice President for Economic Development

The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama (Chamber) is a private, non-profit, membership-driven organization comprised of more than 1,300 business enterprises, civic organizations and educational institutions.

GADSDEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: The National Trial Lawyers named Dani V. Bone as one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers for 2018

Dani V. Bone & Sam D. Bone, Attorneys at Law are excited to announce that The National Trial Lawyers named Dani V. Bone as one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers for 2018.

Analysis: Which college golf program grossed the most in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham, Troy University and Samford University top the list of highest grossing men's college golf programs nationwide in 2016

MONTGOMERY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Montgomery Chamber’s 146th Annual Meeting Reveals Continued Growth, Partnerships and Transformation

Montgomery, Ala., December 11, 2018 – Today the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce concluded its 146th Annual Meeting, a signature event for the region’s business community and elected leadership.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ASSOCIATION OF ALABAMA: South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Honored with Prestigious Award

South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Donna Watts, was presented with the prestigious Jamie Wallace Award during the annual meeting of the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) held in Birmingham on December 7, 2018.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ASSOCIATION OF ALABAMA: New Elected 2019 CCAA Chairwoman at Annual Meeting

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Heather Brothers New, President, The Chamber – Gadsden/Etowah County, has been elected Chairwoman of the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) for 2019. In addition, five other chamber executives were elected as board of director members during the association’s annual meeting at the Harbert Center today.

MONTGOMERY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Montgomery Chamber’s Success Starts Here Tour Highlights Half a Billion Dollars in Capital Investments

Montgomery, Ala. – December 7, 2018 – Today the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce held its ninth annual Success Starts Here Tour, highlighting the record-breaking growth of existing industries this year. The $546,688,066 in capital investments is the largest investment number for Montgomery County since Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama announced the selection of Montgomery over 15 years ago.

EASTERN SHORE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 2019 Gulf Coast Real Estate & Wealth EXPO to be held Jan. 5

The Gulf Coast Real Estate and Wealth EXPO is the largest event of its kind on the Alabama Gulf Coast. If you own or plan on investing in real estate on the gulf coast, this will be a great event to attend.

GADSDEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Ray Kennamer Construction, Inc. Named by REMODELING Magazine to its 2018 REMODELING 550 List of America's Biggest Remodelers

The REMODELING 550 brings together the nation’s 550 biggest full-service remodelers, replacement contractor / home improvement firms, insurance restoration firms, and franchisors.

GADSDEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Gadsden Runners Club Announces Upcoming Addition to Black Creek Trails

Gadsden, AL- The Gadsden Runners Club is excited to announce a new addition to The Black Creek Trails!