Yesterday, the Alabama Department of Archives and History hosted a screening of A Legacy of Progress: The Jim Folsom, Jr. Story.
Economic Development Tie-In: As governor, Jim Folsom, Jr. played a key role in securing “Project Rosewood” — now the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance. This landmark deal ignited a wave of growth in Alabama’s auto industry, which paved the way for new manufacturing facilities and suppliers. Today, Alabama ranks among the top states in the nation for automobile production. #Our67
