Alabama Power Stops Charging Customers for Ads
The utility will drop most advertising costs from rates after the state's regulator approved an interim change.
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November 10, 2026
Alabama Ranks No. 2 in Interstate Electricity ExportsWorld Atlas data shows the state sent 45.4 billion kilowatt-hours of net electricity to other states in 2024, trailing only Pennsylvania.
November 10, 2026
Alabama Power Seeks Order Barring Landowner From Work ZoneThe utility asked a Shelby County judge to keep a property owner and supporters 300 feet from tree-clearing crews on a transmission line easement.
November 9, 2026
Governor Approves $22 Million Gilbert's Ferry Bridge ContractScott Bridge Company of Opelika will replace the 87-year-old SR-77 bridge over the Coosa River between Southside and Rainbow City.
November 5, 2026
Alabama Regulators Ask Power Company to Halt Ad BillingThe Alabama Public Service Commission wants Alabama Power to stop charging customers for advertising costs before a state ban takes effect in 2029.
November 4, 2026
Republicans Win Alabama Public Service Commission SeatsMatt Gentry and Jim Zeigler claimed the two open seats as the commission expands from three to seven members.
October 30, 2026
Alabama Supreme Court Denies Intervention in Power Rate CaseThe court ruled that Energy Alabama cannot join a closed Public Service Commission administrative docket.
October 5, 2026
Alabama Power Appealed Property Access InjunctionThe utility requested a stay on a court order blocking access to land owned by Fenn Church for a project.
September 25, 2026
Alabama Granted Utility Tax Exemptions for AgricultureThe state program provides relief on electricity and natural gas costs for specific farming operations.