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2020 'emotional roller coaster' for small business owners

As 2019 turned into 2020, business was booming for many industries across Alabama. The state of Alabama was in the midst of its greatest economic boom in history, with month after month of record-setting low unemployment rates in 2019. However, just a few months into the new year, word began to reach American ears that a viral pandemic was emanating from China. When COVID-19 inevitably reached the United States, Alabama went through a rapid economic decline as many facets of everyday life were shut down in order to try and stem the spread of coronavirus.

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Alabama town is ready for its HGTV 'Home Town Takeover' spotlight

The notion of hometown pride may seem a quaint, old-fashioned sentiment in our modern - and increasingly cynical - era. But it's real, and it can be powerful. For proof, look to Wetumpka, sitting on the soft bluffs rising above the Coosa River about 25 miles north of Montgomery.

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Local restaurant owner explains how he's staying afloat

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The restaurant industry has suffered some of the most significant sales and job losses since the coronavirus pandemic began nine months ago. But local restaurants are weathering the storm.

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City opens new greenway in South Huntsville

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Another greenway is opening in Huntsville. The City is excited to open its newest greenway on Haysland Road. The Elgie's Walk greenway is described as a beautiful, paved, two-mile multi-use path that winds through wetlands and woodlands preserved for the public to enjoy.

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Venue change

CALERA - The weather was phenomenal and the change of venue to Calera's Courtyard and historic Main Street district was a positive for the city's Christmas Village and Craft Fair and parade that followed on Saturday, Dec. 5.

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