Alabama unemployment at record low

During the late summer, it was revealed that Alabama’s economy set records for the number of people employed along with the lowest unemployment rate in decades. Figures released in August had the state with a record-breaking 3.3% unemployment percentage.

The numbers indicate a continued upward trend with 57,000 more people employed than at the same time a year ago.

Gov. Ivey said, “The effort we are making to bring jobs and employers to Alabama is working.” She further stated, “We are consistently improving our workforce and preparing Alabama for the future.”

The entire U.S. economy is on a co...