Author Archives: Alabama News Center

On This Day In Alabama History: Gayle Planetarium In Montgomery Opens For The Public

Planetarium has been operated through an agreement with Troy University for most of its existence. Continue reading →

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Hyundai To Set Up $4 Billion Joint Venture To Develop Driverless Cars

Aptiv deal could have robotaxis on the road by 2022. Continue reading →

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Red Land Cotton Works From Field To Fabric To Produce An Alabama Farm-To-Home Luxury Brand

This Moulton company threads together family ties and lavish linens. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Restaurant Legend John Proferis Passes Away

John Proferis came to the United States by himself as a teenager. Continue reading →

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Southeast Energizers Donate $9,250 To Alabama Charities

The group’s annual charitable auctions raise money for donations to nonprofits to help communities. Continue reading →

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Alabama’s Smart Neighborhood Featured In First U.S. Smart City Expo

The event dives into what makes a city smart from infrastructure to energy. Continue reading →

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Saban Foundation Boosts Fortunes Of Those In Alabama Juvenile Detention Facility

Nick’s Kids provided $100,000 lead gift to create a facility for GED classrooms and skills training. Continue reading →

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Alabama Power Foundation Awards Good Roots Grants

The Alabama Power Foundation’s Good Roots grants provide funding for tree-planting projects throughout the state. Continue reading →

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Daikin Plans $195 Million Expansion At Decatur Plant With 50 New Jobs

The expansion comes as the company marks 25 years in Alabama. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Author William March Was Born

Mobile native William March (1893-1954) was an author, soldier, and businessman whose literary works drew from his early years in Alabama and his experiences in Europe during World War I. Continue reading →

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