Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Ozark Makes A Splash With New Community Pool, Commitment To Swimming Education For All Its Children
The Alabama Power Foundation is helping the city train lifeguards for its aquatics center. Continue reading →
The World Games Explained: Karate
Kata and Kumite are two categories of this martial art featured in the World Games. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Musician Charlie Stripling Was Born
Stripling was born in northeast Pickens County in west Alabama. Continue reading →
Alabama Department Of Commerce Taps Brenda Tuck As First Rural Development Manager
Tuck will help rural communities compete for economic development projects. Continue reading →
Birmingham Zoo Adopts New Elephants, Opens Welcome Center
Along with updated park renovations, the zoo welcomes two male African elephants. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Astronaut Jan Davis Launched Her Last Space Flight
Davis studied mechanical engineering at Auburn and the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Continue reading →
Volunteers Keep History Alive In Tiny Blountsville
Blountsville Historical Park takes visitors back to the early 1800s. Continue reading →
In The Dog Days Of An Alabama Summer, Don’t Blame The Dog Star For The Heat
Its morning appearance at the height of summer is a coincidence, a UA expert says. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: The 1965 Voting Rights Act Signed Into Law
President Lyndon B. Johnson meets with Martin Luther King, Jr. at the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Continue reading →
Alabama Putting Added Horsepower Behind Rural Economic Development Efforts
Veteran industrial recruiters in new statewide roles target rural areas of the state. Continue reading →
