Author Archives: Alabama News Center
1980s At Talladega Superspeedway: The Decade Of Elliott Also Showcases Five First-Time Winners
The decade also saw Earnhardt’s and Davey Allison’s first ‘Dega wins and a new name for the track. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Gold Rush
Entire towns were created around the boom of prospectors searching for gold in the state. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Birmingham Botanical Gardens Received Friendship Bell
The Osaka Central Rotary Club of Japan donated a Friendship Bell to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on this day in 2005. Continue reading →
Alabama Maker HipPies Is Bringing Peace And Love With A Flakey Crust
Rain Tiley took decades of cooking and time working at Pie Lab to hone her skills. Continue reading →
1970s At Talladega Superspeedway: Palace Of Speed Delivers On Its Promise
Buddy Baker, David Pearson and the Allison brothers made the track’s first decade roar. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: The Atheneum School Opened In Birmingham
The Atheneum offered preparatory classes for young women. Continue reading →
Southern Research To Develop Smart Robots For Next-Gen Nuclear Reactors Under DOE Grant
Southern Company is among the institution’s partners in the project. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Smart Home Construction Begins In Mobile
The Saraland project will be the Showcase Home in the Spring Parade of Homes. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Auburn Renamed Stadium In Honor Of Football Coach Shug Jordan
Auburn’s best-known football coach led his team from 1951 until his retirement at the end of the 1975 season. Continue reading →
Breakthrough Research Led By Auburn University Professor Fuels New Product That Forecasts Long-Term Drought
Alabama is among the most likely areas for long-term drought through the end of November. Continue reading →
