Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: William Rufus King Inaugurated As Vice President
William Rufus King of Selma was born April 7, 1786. He served as a U.S. representative from North Carolina, a senator from Alabama and as minister to France during the reign of King Louis Philippe I before becoming the only U.S. vice president from Alabama. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Gov. Joseph F. Johnston Was Born
Joseph F. Johnston’s two terms in office came during the turbulent times leading up to the 1901 Alabama Constitutional Convention. Continue reading →
Mumford & Sons In Concert At The BJCC In Can’t Miss Alabama
Have a great learning experience while having big fun at a weekend event. Continue reading →
Auburn University Professor, Team Discover Breakthrough Process That Will Boost Ability To Predict Drought
Better long-term prediction of drought could save billions of dollars, scientists say. Continue reading →
GE Aviation To Boost 3-D Printing In Auburn With Milestone Expansion
GE Aviation in Auburn is the aerospace industry’s first site to mass produce a jet engine component using 3-D printing technologies. A planned expansion will create 60 jobs. Continue reading →
Couple Creates Restaurant-Retail Campus On Alabama Gulf Coast
Businesses on Canal Road in Orange Beach are named for owners’ pets. Continue reading →
NIH Funding To UAB Nears $300 Million
The amount places UAB 23rd on the list of universities receiving NIH funding. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Birmingham VA Medical Center Was Dedicated
The Birmingham VA Medical Center is a 313-bed Veterans Administration acute tertiary care hospital at 700 19th Street South in the Birmingham Medical District in the city’s Southside area. Continue reading →
Alabama Football Hosts Pro Day For Players Looking To Play At Next Level
NFL coaches and general managers watched as 19 Crimson Tide players showcased their talents. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Vulcan Was Voted For Downtown Display
The Birmingham Board of Aldermen voted on this date to proceed with plans to display the Vulcan statue in Capitol Park, known today as Linn Park, anchoring the municipal center of Birmingham. Continue reading →
