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Walker County, Alabama Hits 2.2% Unemployment Rate
SolutionsJan 28

Walker County, Alabama Hits 2.2% Unemployment Rate

Walker County, Alabama now has one of the state's lowest unemployment rates at just 2.2%, down from 2.6% the previous month and significantly better than the 3.2% rate from a year earlier. The good news reflects Alabama's broader economic momentum, with record employment numbers and rising wages across key sectors.

Google News - Unemployment Drops3 min read
Alabama Gas Company Boosts Scholarships for 25 Seniors
Acts of KindnessMay 4

Alabama Gas Company Boosts Scholarships for 25 Seniors

Southeast Gas just increased its community service scholarships to $2,000 each, honoring 25 Southeast Alabama high school seniors who've dedicated themselves to helping their neighbors. Since 2015, the program has awarded more than $375,000 to students who prove that good grades and good hearts go hand in hand.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Alabama High Schooler Launches 5K to Fund Free Health Clinic
Acts of KindnessJun 21

Alabama High Schooler Launches 5K to Fund Free Health Clinic

A Cullman teenager turned his dream of helping others into a community 5K race that will fund free healthcare for neighbors in need. The Run for Good event kicks off June 27, with every dollar supporting the Good Samaritan Health Clinic.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Alabama Gets 1,000 Jobs from $2.4B Submarine Factory
SolutionsApr 14

Alabama Gets 1,000 Jobs from $2.4B Submarine Factory

A former railcar plant in northwest Alabama is becoming a state-of-the-art submarine parts factory, bringing 1,000 good-paying jobs to the region. The $2.4 billion facility represents one of the largest investments in U.S. maritime manufacturing history.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News
Planet WinsFeb 28

9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News

Feeling overwhelmed by climate doom? These curated resources prove that solutions are happening right now, and hope is a powerful tool for action.

Good Good Good2 min read
Nick Saban Building Alabama STEM Campus for Kids in 2027
Community HeroesJan 29

Nick Saban Building Alabama STEM Campus for Kids in 2027

The legendary football coach who built a dynasty at Alabama is now building something bigger: a groundbreaking learning center that will give thousands of kids access to world-class STEM education, arts programs, and hands-on discovery experiences. The Saban Center opens in 2027, built entirely with Alabama materials for Alabama's future.

Yahoo Sports3 min read
Alabama Volunteers Build Ramp for Grandparents Raising 7-Year-Old
Acts of KindnessMay 21

Alabama Volunteers Build Ramp for Grandparents Raising 7-Year-Old

When daily life became a physical struggle for Alabama grandparents raising their granddaughter with special needs, their community showed up with hammers and hope. A custom wheelchair ramp now gives the family safer access and peace of mind.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Alabama Home Health Agency Earns National Top Rating
Community HeroesMar 18

Alabama Home Health Agency Earns National Top Rating

Decatur Morgan HomeCare just earned a rare 4.5 out of 5 stars from U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the nation's best home health agencies. Out of 12,000 agencies nationwide, this Alabama team stood out for exceptional care and patient satisfaction. #

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day
Acts of KindnessFeb 18

Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day

A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.

Google News - Random Act Kindness2 min read
Alabama Hits Record $14.6B in New Business Investment
SolutionsJan 21

Alabama Hits Record $14.6B in New Business Investment

Alabama shattered its economic development records in 2025 with over $14.6 billion in new business investments and nearly 10,000 jobs headed to communities across the state. The historic growth signals a major economic transformation touching every corner of Alabama.

Google: economic growth report2 min read
Witness Stops Fleeing Driver After Alabama Hit-And-Run
Community HeroesMay 6

Witness Stops Fleeing Driver After Alabama Hit-And-Run

When a driver rear-ended a family and tried to flee in Huntsville, Alabama, one witness refused to let him escape. He chased down the driver on foot and held him until police arrived.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Alabama School Earns Perfect Score Second Year Running
Acts of KindnessJan 31

Alabama School Earns Perfect Score Second Year Running

A Mobile school celebrated its second straight perfect score on Alabama's state report card with a parade full of music, cheers, and pride. The achievement shows what's possible when teachers, students, and community work together.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media
InnovationJun 4

South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media

One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Alabama Names First Black Utility Commissioners in 145 Years
Global NewsJun 18

Alabama Names First Black Utility Commissioners in 145 Years

After nearly a century and a half, Alabama's Public Service Commission will welcome its first two Black commissioners in January 2027. The historic appointments mark a turning point for a state agency once led by Confederate officers.

Inside Climate News2 min read
Alabama Teen's First 5K Raises Funds for Free Clinic
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Alabama Teen's First 5K Raises Funds for Free Clinic

A high school senior organized his first charity race and brought his whole community together. The Run for Good 5K raised funds for a clinic serving uninsured adults who desperately need healthcare.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Alabama Shatters Record With $14.6B Economic Boom
SolutionsJan 25

Alabama Shatters Record With $14.6B Economic Boom

Alabama just logged its biggest economic growth year ever, attracting nearly $15 billion in business investments that will create thousands of jobs across the state. From pharmaceutical giants to advanced manufacturing, companies are betting big on Alabama's future.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
Alabama Softball Crushes Florida, Reaches 10th SEC Final
SportsMay 9

Alabama Softball Crushes Florida, Reaches 10th SEC Final

The Alabama Crimson Tide dominated top-seeded Florida 9-1 in just five innings, advancing to their 10th SEC Tournament Championship game. With the win, Alabama made history by earning more SEC Tournament victories than any other school.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Student Wins Scholarship for Broadcasting Good News Stories
Acts of KindnessMar 29

Student Wins Scholarship for Broadcasting Good News Stories

Anna Ince, a Lindenwood University sophomore, just won a competitive scholarship from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for her passion for highlighting positivity through radio. She's using her platform to give voices to people who don't always get heard.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Alabama Sees Record $14.6B in Economic Growth for 2025
SolutionsJan 20

Alabama Sees Record $14.6B in Economic Growth for 2025

Alabama just wrapped its biggest economic development year in history, attracting $14.6 billion in new investments and nearly 10,000 job commitments across the state. The momentum marks a major win for communities from rural counties to major cities, with world-class companies choosing Alabama as their home.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Wisconsin Cousins Reunite in Florida After TV News Spot
Acts of KindnessFeb 25

Wisconsin Cousins Reunite in Florida After TV News Spot

Two cousins from Wisconsin who had never met discovered they were neighbors in Florida when one spotted the other on a local news broadcast. Their chance reunion led to a friendship that lasted over a decade.

Google: reunion family2 min read

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