Author Archives: Alabama News Center

On This Day In Alabama History: Willie McCovey Died

Baseball great Willie McCovey died after long health struggle in California. Continue reading →

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Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham Elevates Bar Food

The food rivals the beer at this Magic City offshoot of the Gadsden brewery. Continue reading →

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Alabama Legacy Moment: Sacred Harp

Cleburne County natives and brothers Seaborn and Thomas Denson helped popularize the musical style. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Cook Calls For Action

Apple CEO Tim Cook called for his home state to protect the rights of LGBTQ citizens. Continue reading →

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Job Opportunities Plentiful In Alabama’s Growing Economy

Diverse group of leaders share success strategies during Alabama Economic Growth Summit. Continue reading →

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Ferus Artisan Ales Is An Alabama Maker Embracing Its Wild Side

The brewery is seen as a catalyst for downtown Trussville. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Gold Medalist Born

2002 Winter Olympics gold medal winner Vonetta Flowers was born in Birmingham Continue reading →

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Construction Begins On Critical Alabama Shoreline Protection Project

Multiyear effort will restore, enhance and protect the shoreline habitats of the seafood capital of Alabama. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Diary Writer Born

Sallie Independence Foster was born in Nashville before moving to Florence Continue reading →

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Alabama Writers Hall Of Fame To Induct 7 In 2020

New inductees will include Mark Childress, Ralph Ellison and Zelda Fitzgerald. Continue reading →

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