Author Archives: Alabama News Center
HudsonAlpha Scientists Link Gene To Developmental Delay
Researchers at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville have linked a gene to a set of developmental disabilities that include speech problems and muscular difficulties, clearing the way for better support services and possible treatments for the people affected. Continue reading →
In Frigid Greenland, University Of Alabama Engineering Student Helps Understand Climate
Joshua Nunn had never been outside the United States before graduate school. In fact, he’d never flown in a plane. That all changed on a visit to Greenland, a journey that included a flight on a C-130 military plane. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Heart Of Dixie
Heart of Dixie has appeared on Alabama license plates since 1955. Continue reading →
Chocolate-Covered Cookie Butter Cookies
Jack and I spent a recent evening ringing the bell for the Salvation Army outside Walmart. It wasn’t planned. The opportunity just came up when a friend who was coordinating a day had a slot open up. Continue reading →
UAB Raises $1 Billion From More Than 103,000 Donors
The future of the University of Alabama at Birmingham is, officially, 1 billion times brighter. Continue reading →
Alabama Counties Target Mazda Toyota Supply Chain In Jobs Push
The groundbreaking for the new Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA auto assembly plant in Huntsville took place just a couple of weeks ago, but the $1.6 billion, 4,000-worker project is already making a big impact across North Alabama. Continue reading →
Janie And Renee Art Studio Is An Alabama Maker Centered On Creative Collaboration
For many artists, work is best done in solitude, tapping into inspiration and creativity in isolation. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Alabama Beat Auburn In First Iron Bowl
Dec. 4, 1948 was a day of firsts for the University of Alabama and Auburn University: The teams hadn’t played each other for 41 years. Continue reading →
Football Preview: Here Are Where Alabama Teams Are Going Bowling And Who Are Playing In The State’s Bowls
Undefeated and No. 1 Alabama received its much-anticipated slot in the College Football Playoff on Sunday after surviving a scare Saturday. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Crews, APSO Help Christian Service Center Food Bank
Alabama Power linemen don’t only restore power. In times of need, they put their heavy lifting skills to good use for charitable works. Continue reading →
