Alabama’s exports in 2011 continued to grow and recorded the highest-ever total for the value of goods exported during a single year: $17.9 billion, up 15.4 percent from $15.5 billion in 2010. “Companies in Alabama are remaining competitive in the global marketplace, and we continue to assist them through the Alabama Development Office and the
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Bentley Participates in Launch of New Statewide Severe Weather Alerting System
HUNTSVILLE – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday joined with weather experts and other leaders at the launch of Alabama SAF-T-Net, a new, site-specific weather alerting system that will use e-mail, text messaging, and phone calls to warn people of approaching severe weather. Alabama SAF-T-Net is offered to residents throughout the state at no cost. The
Key Component of Governor Bentley’s Jobs Agenda Approved by House of Representatives
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday applauded Alabama House members for approving a key component of his jobs and economic development agenda. Representatives approved House Bill 159, a proposed constitutional amendment that would authorize an incentives program to help recruit more companies to Alabama. The measure would also help existing businesses expand and hire more workers
Tribute to Governor Robert Bentley and the Victims of the April Tornadoes
A tribute to Governor Robert Bentley in recognition of his leadership after the devastating tornadoes struck Alabama on April 27th, 2011 and to the many victims of those storms. (now with lyrics sung by Tony Hebson). Video created by Will Payne of watertowerfilms.net.