Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Sean of the South talks about his love for Alabama
You probably know Sean Dietrich as “Sean of the South” and recognize him as a celebrated columnist, novelist, musician and storyteller renowned for his heartfelt and humorous portrayals of Southern life and culture. Continue reading →
Nonprofit picks up tab as shoppers get $55 worth of free groceries in Fairfield, Alabama
Charles and Maryland Voltz were among several dozen residents who stood in line on a recent Tuesday morning for $55 worth of free groceries from Carver Jones Market, a recently opened and Black-owned business in Fairfield. Continue reading →
Alabama Department of Conservation acquires beachfront property on Fort Morgan Peninsula
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) recently acquired 79 undeveloped acres adjacent to the Beach Club Resort on the Fort Morgan Peninsula. Continue reading →
Scientists at Alabama’s HudsonAlpha awarded NIH grant to study gene involved in various dementias
Two labs at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville, Alabama, work on understanding why the damage that causes dementia occurs and how it can be prevented. Continue reading →
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Sept. 3
The photo contest is open to state residents and visitors alike, but qualifying photos must have been taken in Alabama in the past two years. Any amateur photographer not employed by ADCNR is encouraged to enter. Continue reading →
Alabama fall festival guide: 7 religious and cultural food festivals
The Yellowhammer State’s cultural and culinary diversity is showcased in food festivals throughout the fall, with some also offering tours of ornate churches built by congregations that started settling here about 130 years ago. Continue reading →
2024 National Best Warrior Competition winner is from Alabama National Guard
The Best Warrior Competition is a physically and mentally challenging five-day event that tests soldiers on a variety of technical and tactical skills. Continue reading →
Recipe: Decadent Brownie Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
What’s your favorite summer memory? Mine is hearing the ice cream truck drive down our street while playing an intense game of hopscotch with my cousins. Continue reading →
Stay safe this football season with these tailgating electrical safety tips from UAB
Football season has arrived, and for many that means the return of a fan-favorite activity: tailgating. Continue reading →
Alabamians churn up 13 ice cream recipes worth screaming for
Anne Ward has been making her Butter Buckle Ice Cream Dessert for many years and says it has been a staple for family gatherings. Continue reading →
