Tag: jefferson_county

Governor Ivey Announces First Phase of Birmingham Northern Beltline Now Open to Traffic

29 Sep 2026 10:59 a.m. · Source: Alabama Governor's Office

Alabama opens the first 1.88-mile segment of the Birmingham Northern Beltline between SR-79 and SR-75, launching a future 52-mile I-422 corridor expected to support over 11,700 jobs a year.

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Jefferson County Man Charged with Child Sexual Abuse

31 Jul 2026 6:46 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Jose Oliver Mendoza-Colindres, 43, faces charges of child sexual abuse and lewd conduct in Jefferson County. Allegations span years, with parents initially hesitant to report due to trauma and immigration concerns. He awaits an August 6 preliminary hearing.

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Kentucky Counties Earn Top Spots in National Economic Development Rankings

16 Jul 2026 9:04 a.m. · Source: Kentucky Governor's Office

Simpson, Mercer, and Jefferson counties in Kentucky earned top spots in Site Selection magazine's economic development rankings, highlighting significant investment and job creation across the state.

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