There is a little more time left for those interested in applying for the next Alabama Launchpad cycle, with a deadline set for Friday, Feb. 10.
A Lunch and Learn event about starting your own small business is set for Feb. 9 at the Marion Art Center. FULL STORYLunch & Learn event on starting small businesses set for Feb. 9 in Marion
The upcoming Manna Beverages & Ventures in Montgomery recently won Business Facilities Magazine’s 2022 Deal of the Year Impact Award. FULL STORYManna Beverages wins impact award from business magazine
The U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) Small Business Saturday encourages the public to shop local on Nov. 26. FULL STORYSmall Business Saturday is Nov. 26
Three Selma businesses held ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremonies with the Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce over the last three weeks. A doctor, a lawyer and a new museum have all opened their doors for business. FULL STORYThree new businesses open in Selma
Three Black Belt companies were among 14 to be selected for the 2022 Made in Alabama Showcase that took place at the state capitol today. FULL STORYBlack Belt companies selected for Made in Alabama Showcase
The Booker T. Washington Economic Development Summit will take place at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel on Sept. 14 and 15. FULL STORYBooker T. Washington Summit to be held Sept. 14-15
For a little over a year the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) has been partnering with other nonprofits Interise and Vivian’s Door to help develop minority and women-owned businesses in the state. FULL STORYNonprofits partner to help develop minority, women-owned businesses
Legal Services Alabama (LSA) has partnered with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP (BABC) to offer a series of free legal clinics in support of Black-owned small businesses and nonprofits. FULL STORYFree legal clinics to offer support for Black small businesses
The Dream Big business boot camp will be held this Friday, June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Selma. FULL STORYDream Big business boot camp takes place this Friday
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill that reportedly exempts small businesses in Alabama from the business privilege tax. FULL STORYBill to exempt Alabama small businesses from privilege tax signed into law
The historic Harmony Club on Water Avenue has a new owner that plans to bring the three-story former men’s club back to life as a boutique hotel and event center.
Thomas E. Towns was known for the laundromat business.
The Rotary Club and Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Small Business Day luncheon on January 31 at noon at Cornerstone Presbyterian.
Alabama Launchpad is taking applications for startups to enter into a competition for a chance to win up to $50,000 in funding.
Starting today the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering virtual information sessions about loans.
Selma served as a centerpiece for developers in 2021.
A proposal to drive the benefits of the state’s thriving electronic automotive industry into the Black Belt has received seed money from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
A grand opening and ribbon cutting will be held for Tax Master's on Friday, Dec. 17.
Author Phyllis Parrish Alston will be present at the Selma-Dallas County Public Library on Dec. 20 to sign copies of her book, "Lessons From the Front Porch Swing"
A new not-for-profit organization has been created to help people in need in the Black Belt.
West Alabama Works will host its Third Annual Talent Conference on Nov. 17 at 7:30 a.m. at the Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy Event Hall.
A ribbon cutting and grand opening will be held for Welding Supply Selma, LLC. on Friday, Oct. 1.
Tomorrow the Selma and Dallas County Chamber of Commerce will hold ribbon cutting ceremonies for two new Selma businesses, with a third to be held on Monday, Sept. 20.
The former GAW Antiques across from the St. James Hotel has been bought by a Tampa developer that has plans of redeveloping it into apartment lofts and retail.
Jackie Smith shared a cup of coffee and a conversation with Congresswoman Terri Sewell Tuesday in honor of Black Business Month.
Queen City Market owner Mandy Henry is in the running for a prestigious award, and you can help her win.
Trustmark National Bank has been named to Forbes' list of America’s Best-In-State Banks of 2021.
Selma native Jantanese Bonner has started a new business venture called “Apartmeetz” that helps tenants with less-than-perfect backgrounds find rental properties.
The new pier at Roland Cooper State Park is shaped like a “T,” but it may as well be shaped like a dollar sign.
The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce hosted their popular Business After Hours event on Thursday at the new Five and Dime venue on Broad Street.
The Selma City Council is ready to see action on plans brought by St. James Hotel developer to bring a restaurant to Songs of Selma Park and redevelop the former Byrd School.
The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) has reported that unemployment is down to 3.6%, which is a record post-pandemic number.
The city has begun discussions with the developer of the St. James Hotel concerning two other pieces of downtown property.
Queen City Market in Selma has been nominated Alabama Retailer of the Year with the Alabama Retailer Association.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will take registrations for Restaurant Revitalization Fund on Friday, April 30, followed by applications to be opened on Monday, May 3.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has reopened its portal for the Shuttered Venue Operator Grant applications (SVOG).
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – From jams and jellies to muffins and cookies, selling certain food items from the home is an option for many Alabama residents. However, the process may be more complicated than people expect. For home business owners, there are several precautions they must take in…
Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Rep. Tom Reed (R-NY) recently introduced the New Markets Tax Credit [NMTC] Extension Act of 2021 to assist low-income rural communities and urban neighborhoods that have been impacted by COVID-19.
It was an Opportunity Zone that drew Sam Harris III to Selma, but the Tampa developer says his ultimate goal is to create an Innovation Zone.
Businesses and start-up ventures are invited to take part in a competition by Black Market Street called "Ready, Set, Pitch" on March 31.
Troy University, in partnership with the City of Troy, will host a free online leadership event on Feb. 5 with keynote speakers.
A study by business.org ranked Alabama #43 out of 51 in a list of states and districts in how much nurses are paid.
Ignite Alabama is launching a pilot program aimed at minority small business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits in several areas in the state, including the Black Belt.
The deadline for disaster loans related to the damage caused by Hurricane Zeta is Feb. 8, says the U.S. Small Business Administration, which encourages those affected to apply.
A new cycle for the 2021 Alabama Launchpad competition will begin taking applications in February.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – With support from Protective Life Corp., The University of Alabama is launching an initiative to help underrepresented students get a head start on finding their potential path to a business college experience.
Five small businesses in Selma received grants from TRHT Selma to help them get through the challenges of the COVID pandemic.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest rate loans to those who were affected by Hurricane Zeta on Oct. 28 and 29.
Florida investors have bought two downtown buildings with plans of redevelopment to “breathe new life” and preserve properties in historic Selma.
Saturday, November 28 is the date that Selma and Dallas County residents will be encouraged to shop locally to support small businesses in the region.
