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USA Health, UnitedHealthcare Extend Talks

USA Health, UnitedHealthcare Extend Talks

The two parties agreed to extend contract negotiations to November 30, 2026, after which out-of-network coverage could begin for some members.

Live Poll

Would a hospital-insurer contract dispute make you doubt your coverage?


Construction

Live Poll

Do you support automatic annual toll increases to fund new infrastructure projects in your area?

Construction

Alabama Secured $2.52 Billion Loan for Mobile Bridge

The state has finalized federal financing to support the massive infrastructure project over the Mobile River.

Alabama Secured $2.52 Billion Loan for Mobile Bridge

Transportation

Live Poll

Are large-scale infrastructure investments like port expansions generally good for your community's economy?

Transportation

Alabama Port Authority Revenue Rose to $245 Million

The Mobile-based port authority saw a 20 percent revenue increase following the completion of a major channel project.

Alabama Port Authority Revenue Rose to $245 Million

Healthcare

Healthcare

AltaPointe Health Completed $15 Million Hospital Expansion

The project at BayPointe Hospital adds 34 adult beds and new classrooms to increase regional mental health capacity.


Utilities

Live Poll

Should local utility providers increase monthly rates to cover the cost of aging infrastructure upgrades?

Utilities

Mobile Utility to Propose Sewer Rate Increase in January

The Mobile Area Water and Sewer System plans to raise monthly sewer bills to support recent infrastructure investments.

Mobile Utility to Propose Sewer Rate Increase in January

Manufacturing

Live Poll

Do you believe federal grants to private manufacturers effectively strengthen national supply chains?

Manufacturing

Alabama Shipyard Won Federal Manufacturing Award

The Mobile-based facility received funding through a U.S. Small Business Administration competition.

Alabama Shipyard Won Federal Manufacturing Award