Low incomes, skyrocketing construction costs and a labor shortage all contribute to a troubling statistic in the Tuscaloosa area -- almost no one can afford a new home here.
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama will induct five honorees into the Civic Hall of Fame next month for their long-term contributions to the development of Tuscaloosa County.
Jones, who also serves as the executive director of West Alabama Works, was chosen to be one of a nationwide select few workforce development leaders to participate.