Author Archives: Alabama News Center

New Species of Fossil Shark Named for Beloved Birmingham Volunteer

A McWane Science Center scientist led the team that discovered the ‘Mancin shark.’ Continue reading →

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Great Alabama 650 Returns in 2020 with Changes

A qualifying race is among the prerequisites added for the 650-mile paddle race across the nation’s longest river trail. Continue reading →

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Best of Alabama NewsCenter 2019: Alabama Makers

From cheesecakes to bare naked noodles, a number of Alabama Makers caught your eye in 2019. Continue reading →

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Auburn University Receives Grant From ECMC Foundation To Increase College Food Security

Using new grant money, Auburn University and its partners in the Alabama Campus Coalition for Basic Needs intend to develop a zero-hunger campus plan that can be implemented across the country. Continue reading →

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Two University Of Alabama Legends Make Forbes’ Most Powerful Women List

Marillyn Hewson and Vicki Hollub are in the list’s top 50. Continue reading →

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Best of Alabama NewsCenter 2019: Sports

College and professional football dominated the sports stories you read in 2019. Continue reading →

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Katherine Cobbs Makes Holiday Spirits Bright With ‘Cookies & Cocktails’

Birmingham food writer Katherine Cobbs has worked on cookbooks with several well-known chefs. Her solo book series on food-and-drink pairings kicks off with “Cookies & Cocktails.” Continue reading →

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Best Of Alabama NewsCenter 2019: Weather

With the start of 2020, it’s a good time to look back on some of the good things that happened in 2019. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Southern Collard Greens

Enjoy a bowl of Southern classic collard greens for good luck in the new year. Continue reading →

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Gardendale Resident Amasses 40,000 Postcards Of Birmingham, JeffCo

JD Weeks’ adventure in collecting began completely by accident. Continue reading →

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