Go Build Alabama is scheduled to host a free hiring event on Tuesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calhoun Community College’s Advanced Technology Center. The event aims to connect job seekers with opportunities in commercial construction. Demand for skilled workers continues to rise as commercial construction projects expand across North Alabama, […]
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has announced the launch of the Charger EDGE (Educational Discount for Graduate Excellence) program, which provides a 25% tuition discount for eligible new and returning graduate students. With more than 70 master’s degree and graduate certificate programs, UAH offers flexible scheduling options, including both on-campus and online classes, […]
Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the iHire 2024 Talent Retention Report have demonstrated some shifting trends in the current workforce pool. Quit rates, the number of employees voluntarily leaving their position each month, hit an all-time high of nearly 3% in the United States in 2022. This period is now referred to […]
A recent briefing hosted by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) delivered a stark warning: the U.S. House’s proposed budget legislation could inflict severe damage on food assistance programs and Medicaid, pushing millions of Americans deeper into poverty and hardship. The virtual event brought together policy experts who highlighted how sweeping federal cuts, […]
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber revealed the 2025 winners of the annual Best Places to Work® Awards during a celebratory luncheon held on Tuesday in the VBC Saturn Ballroom. This year also marked the debut of a new award category recognizing companies that excel in supporting employee health and wellness. Winners are determined based on confidential […]
The Huntsville Police Department and local nonprofit Free 2 Teach have announced plans for a major summer event—the After School Bash, scheduled for Saturday, June 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Big Spring Park. Designed as a celebration of educators and students, the Bash also serves a deeper purpose: collecting vital school supplies for […]
Boeing, a global leader in the aerospace industry, is currently grappling with several significant legal challenges that cast a shadow over its workforce, including employees in Huntsville, Alabama. These lawsuits—some ongoing and others settled—raise pressing questions about corporate governance, employee treatment, and the company’s financial priorities, particularly as it undergoes a major restructuring that has […]
Last week, the Go Build Alabama campaign launched its updated training page, a centralized resource for skilled trades education in the Yellowhammer State. The training page features a user-friendly directory of training opportunities, including high school career tech programs, apprenticeships, college pathways, and industry-specific certifications. Go Build Alabama is a campaign that was created by […]
Bank Independent and the University of North Alabama (UNA) have announced a new scholarship program aimed at expanding access to higher education for North Alabama residents. The partnership provides a 20% tuition scholarship to eligible Bank Independent customers enrolling in undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral programs at UNA. The initiative is designed to ease financial barriers […]
On Tuesday, April 15, job seekers from North Alabama and beyond gathered at First Baptist Church for the ReLaunch Job Fair—a free, inclusive hiring event designed to provide direct access to quality employment opportunities. The fair, which ran from 9 AM to 1 PM, welcomed anyone seeking a new start: the unemployed, career changers, and […]
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