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After lengthy planning, Covington County is ready to welcome incoming businesses to Red Level. The location features over 100 acres for industrial development and a local workforce excited for new job opportunities. “It’s an area any industry would want to call home,” says Jacob Morgan, the Covington County Economic Development...
Educational institutions capable of delivering graduates with the skills and capacity to fulfill roles at local employers are essential to the economic health of any community. Covington County, AL, is a leader in talent cultivation and industrial readiness, thanks to premier technical schools and vocational programs at both the secondary...
Most people associate public transportation with big cities, but in Covington County, AL, a full-service bus system is in place to transport residents wherever they need to go. Covington Area Transit System (CATS) is a safe, reliable, and affordable means of public transportation. Available to all, it provides transportation in...
Access to healthcare is a critical component of any community’s quality of life. When families consider planting roots or professionals weigh a decision to relocate, they want to feel assured dependable healthcare options are readily available nearby. Covington County, AL, places a premium on being that type of community, and...
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Manufacturing is one of the largest industries in Covington County, Alabama, accounting for 14% of the workforce (totalling 2,136 workers). Residents who work in manufacturing have a median annual income of $69,895, which affords a high quality of life due to the region’s low cost of living. “Our manufacturers cover...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Aug. 1, 2025Contact: Mark Parker, CCEDC Chairman334-427-3503mparker@covington.coopAndalusia, AL — The Covington County Economic Development Commission (CCEDC) announces the appointment of Jacob Morgan as its new President and CEO, following the recent passing of long-time CEO Rick Clifton. Morgan steps into the role with a...