May 18, 2020

Web Call (May 18): Supporting Local Restaurant & Retail

Local restaurants and retail stores need your business. Learn about some of the things they're doing to also earn your trust.
May 18, 2020

Event Safety Alliance Posts Reopening Guide

Here is information to help event professionals.
May 18, 2020

Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims May 18 Women-Owned Business Day

by Bonnie Powers President, Women’s Business Council Governor Kay Ivey recognizes the economic contributions of the Women Owned Businesses in the State of Alabama to the overall health and future well being of our state. Therefore, Gov. Ivey has proclaimed […]
May 15, 2020

Web Call (May 15): Nick Moore, Governor’s Office

On May 15, Nick Moore, Education Policy Advisor & Coordinator Governor’s Office of Education & Workforce Transformation joined us for the daily Zoom call.
May 15, 2020

Updated Guidance from CDC for Businesses & Workplaces

The Centers for Disease Control has shared new information for preparing your workplaces and employees to operate safely during COVID-19.
May 13, 2020

Web Call (May 13): Huntsville Area Association of Realtors

On May 13, Josh McFall, CEO of the Huntsville Area Association of Realtors, joined us to talk about the local housing market and what kind of impact COVID-19 has had on it.
May 11, 2020

Web Call (May 11): Reopening of Restaurants

Mindy Hanan, President/CEO of the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association (AHRA), joined us for our daily Zoom conference call to discuss the "Alabama Restaurant Promise" campaign.
May 11, 2020

Alabama Restaurant Promise campaign

The Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association (ARHA) has announced its Alabama Restaurant Promise campaign. The purpose is to help restaurants instill confidence with customers as they choose to return to dine-in service at Alabama restaurants. The Promise communicates your restaurant’s […]
May 11, 2020

Local Employers Still Hiring

There are many local companies that are still hiring right now during the pandemic. We have compiled a list of those employers. Search for jobs on ASmartPlace.com.
May 8, 2020

Web Call (May 8): Information on Safer at Home order revisions

On May 8, Madison City Mayor Paul Finley gave his updates and we discussed about the revised "Safer at Home" order Governor Kay Ivey announced this morning.
May 8, 2020

Gov. Ivey announces easing of restrictions in “Safer at Home” order

This includes the ability for restaurants, bars, salons and gyms to reopen, but they must take precautions to do so safely. Here are some of the key points.
May 8, 2020

Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Webinar, May 18

Live FFCRA webinar presented by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. Q&A session will follow the presentation.
May 6, 2020

UA SafeState: Start-Up Safety Information

The University of Alabama offers this information to help companies enter "restart" mode.
May 6, 2020

Web Call (May 7): Dr. Karen Landers, Alabama Department of Public Health

On May 7, Dr. Karen Landers, Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) joined us for our daily Zoom conference call to discuss testing.
May 6, 2020

Huntsville/Madison County Chamber again recognized by Site Selection Magazine

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is honored to win a prestigious Mac Conway Award for the second year in a row.  This was announced in the May 2020 issue of Site Selection Magazine, released this week.
May 6, 2020

Web Call (May 6): Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering (ASCTE)

On May 6, Matt Massey, President of the Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering (ASCTE) and PeggyLee Wright, ASCTE Foundation's Executive Director, joined us for our daily Zoom conference call.
May 5, 2020

Web Call (May 5): Childcare Challenges

On May 5, Gail Piggott, Executive Director of the Alabama Partnership for Children, joined us for our daily Zoom conference call. We talked about challenges with childcare now, and what we'll likely see in the months to come.
May 4, 2020

Web Call (May 4): Alabama Bankers Association

On May 4, Scott Latham, President & CEO of the Alabama Bankers Association, joined us for our daily Zoom conference call.
May 4, 2020

PARCA: Billions Coming to Alabama Through the CARES Act

The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama explores key provisions of the Act, with attention to funds allocated for state and local governments and schools.
May 4, 2020

Paycheck Protection Program Loans – FAQ (Updated May 3)

Here is updated guidance to address borrower and lender questions.