Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Carraway Redevelopment Could Bring New Life To Northern Birmingham
Carraway Hospital, which had been in the healing business for more than 100 years, could soon bring new life to neighborhoods near downtown Birmingham. Continue reading →
Carraway Hospital — And The Iconic Blue Star — Through The Years
The iconic blue star atop Carraway Hospital placed on the roof during Christmas in 1958 will remain part of any renovation of the site, developers say. Continue reading →
Birmingham Residents Have A Say On Plans For Carraway Hospital Site
Anything is better than a vacant 50-acre building site near where they live, say most residents who reside near the long-abandoned Carraway Hospital site. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: 1998 Miss Alabama Ashley Halfman Was Born
December 6, 1975: Ashley Halfman was born in Birmingham on Dec. 6, 1975. She graduated from Vestavia Hills High School. At 18 years old, Halfman won Jefferson County’s and Alabama’s Junior Miss competitions. Continue reading →
O’Neal Industries Gives $30 Million To UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center
O’Neal Industries Inc., a family-owned global business based in Birmingham, and its shareholders have given the largest single gift in the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s history – a $30 million donation to the Comprehensive Cancer Center. Continue reading →
Thompson Faces Undefeated Central-Phenix City In Marquee Alabama High School Football Championship Game
Thirty-six years ago, Larry Simmons became the lone member of an exclusive club. That’s when his Thompson High School team beat Oxford High 14-11 for the 1982 Class 3A state football championship. Continue reading →
University Of South Alabama Alum Protects Alabama’s Marine Resources
By Maj. Jason Downey’s best recollection, he was about 5 years old when his two grandfathers began taking him to the woods and waters of Alabama to fish, ski and hunt. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Tom Martin Was Admitted To State Bar
December 5, 1901: Thomas Martin was admitted to the Alabama State Bar on this day in 1901. Continue reading →
Birmingham Business Alliance Launching A Talent Recruitment Initiative
The Birmingham Business Alliance has enjoyed great success bringing industry to the metro area. A new initiative aims to bring people to the area to fill the jobs of tomorrow. Continue reading →
Nellie Mae Boutique Has Established ‘Flagship’ Retail In Small Town Alabama
Courtney Thompson and Meagan Richardson are living out their childhood dream. The women, both 34, are first cousins, and as children, they always wanted their own store. Continue reading →
