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You Can Actually Retire In This Overlooked Alabama Town On Just Social Security

Nobody puts Scottsboro, Alabama on their vision board, and that’s exactly why it keeps winning. This quiet northeast Alabama town has figured out something that most of the country is still desperately searching for, and it involves spending less money while actually enjoying your life more. That’s not a...

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593 jobs at risk as Children’s Place plansto close Fort Payne distribution center

Company cites financial difficulties; closing set for Jan. 5 unless a buyer steps in. Nearly 600 North Alabama workers could lose their jobs early next year after The Children’s Place told employees it plans to close its Fort Payne distribution center. The children’s clothing retailer expects to lay off...

Fort Payne, AL · 2d

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State agency proposes $26,000 fine against Scottsboro Power over generator use

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WAFF) - The Alabama Department of Environmental Management is proposing a $26,000 fine against the Scottsboro Electric Power Board for exceeding the facility’s use of its generators. The notice did not state how many extra hours the generators ran or whether any harm occurred. If the order...

Scottsboro, AL · 3d

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Space Command ahead of schedule at Redstone, eyes 900 personnel by 2028

U.S. Space Command has reached its year-end staffing goal at Redstone Arsenal about six weeks ahead of schedule, with more than 200 personnel now permanently working in Huntsville as the […] The post Space Command ahead of schedule at Redstone, eyes 900 personnel by 2028 appeared first on 256 Today .

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Gate 7 affected by power outage in Madison community

Redstone Arsenal said that Gate 7 closed temporarily Tuesday morning after a power outage in a nearby neighborhood.

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Opelika contractor awarded $22 million bid to replace SR-77 bridge in Etowah Co.

MONTGOMERY (WRBL) — An Opelika business has been awarded a more than $22 million contract to replace Gilbert’s Ferry Bridge on SR-77 in Northeast Alabama, Gov. Ivey announced Monday. The Scott Bridge Company will remove the 87-year-old northbound bridge and replace it with a modern two-lane bridge. The bridge will carry two 12-foot travel lanes […]

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Laser-focused: Two former SMDC officials join defense tech firm

Two former leaders at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command in Huntsville are taking their expertise in high-energy lasers to the private sector. Austin-based defense technology company ACS […] The post Laser-focused: Two former SMDC officials join defense tech firm appeared first on 256 Today .

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Blue Origin clears key engine test milestone after New Glenn explosion in May

Blue Origin has successfully completed qualification testing of a modified component in its Huntsville-built BE-4 rocket engines, marking a significant step toward returning its New Glenn rocket to flight following […] The post Blue Origin clears key engine test milestone after New Glenn explosion in May appeared first on 256 Today .

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Alabama liquor supply disruptions creating challenges for Huntsville businesses

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Bars and restaurants across Alabama are dealing with liquor supply disruptions that are making it harder to keep popular brands in stock and driving up costs for businesses. At Stella’s Elixir Lounge in downtown Huntsville, General Manager John Longo says some of the hardest products to...

Huntsville, AL · 19h

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AL: Helix Electric to Build $45.3 Mllion Facility in Jackson County, Creating 160 Jobs

Electrical contractor Helix Electric broke ground recently on a $45.3 million facility in Jackson County that will create 160 jobs. “Helix Electric’s major investment in Jackson County is exciting news for Alabama and a strong vote of confidence in our state’s workforce, infrastructure and business climate,” Governor Kay Ivey said. “This project represents meaningful opportunities for Alabama families and continued momentum for economic growth in the region.

Jackson County, AL · 3d

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Teledyne Brown tapped to support next-generation missile defense in Huntsville

Teledyne Brown Engineering has been awarded a subcontract from Lockheed Martin to manufacture ground support equipment for the U.S. military’s Next Generation Interceptor program, with all fabrication, assembly and testing […] The post Teledyne Brown tapped to support next-generation missile defense in Huntsville appeared first on 256 Today .

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Fourth graders experience space at US Space & Rocket Center

Huntsville City Schools’ fourth graders have soared further into their education in collaboration with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. This effort was completed last week through the “Mission: 4th Grade” series. “It began with a conversation Caty Stokes, our museum programs manager, and Holly McCarty, a...

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Fort Payne’s new Opportunity Zone sets stage for growth over next decade and beyond

A new federal Opportunity Zone could help shape Fort Payne’s growth over the next decade, offering tax incentives to encourage private investment in businesses, housing and redevelopment. The new Opportunity […] The post Fort Payne’s new Opportunity Zone sets stage for growth over next decade and beyond appeared first on 256 Today .

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This Alabama Town Is One Of The Best Places To Live In The South And It’s Incredibly Affordable

Some towns just have a way of making you feel like you’ve been missing out on something wonderful your whole life, and Cullman, Alabama is exactly that kind of place. Tucked into the rolling hills of north-central Alabama, this charming city has quietly been earning a reputation as one of the most livable, lovable, and surprisingly affordable places in the entire South.

Cullman, AL · 3d

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U.S. Space Command reaches Huntsville staffing goal early, reveals headquarters timeline

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - U.S. Space Command has reached its first major staffing goal at Redstone Arsenal six weeks ahead of schedule, with more than 200 personnel now permanently working in Huntsville and plans to expand significantly over the next several years. Gen. Stephen Whiting, commander of U.S. Space Command,...

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Nearly 150 years on the land: Bridgeforth Farms shows rural Alabama what Black ownership can build

Limestone County family farm, founded by a formerly enslaved man in 1877, was a featured stop for national leaders weighing the future of rural land and power. In 1877, a formerly enslaved man named George Bridgeforth began farming in Limestone County. Nearly 150 years later, his family’s farm is one of the most successful Black-owned agricultural businesses in the South.

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From 35 pairs of boots to retail success: Jack’s in Cullman earns statewide honor

What started with 35 pairs of cowboy boots at a small store connected to a truck stop has grown into a nearly 30,000-square-foot retail destination, earning the founder of Jack’s […] The post From 35 pairs of boots to retail success: Jack’s in Cullman earns statewide honor appeared first on 256 Today .

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