Author Archives: Alabama News Center

Fast Food Races To Meet Americans’ Growing Demand To Eat At Home

Home cooking would be making a comeback if it ever really went away. Restaurants are getting dinged by the convenience of Netflix, the advent of pre-made meals, the spread of online grocery delivery, plus crushing student debt and a focus on healthy eating. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Erskine Ramsay Was Born

Sept. 24, 1864: Erskine Ramsay, a mining engineer, investor, longtime Birmingham Board of Education president and well-known millionaire philanthropist, was born at Six Mile Ferry, Pennsylvania. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Grilled Eggplant Dip

Dietitians Jessica Ivey and Patricia Terry brought a theme of tasty wellness to the Les Dames Takeover series of chef demonstrations at the Market at Pepper Place on Sept. 15 in Birmingham. Terry and Chef Ivey from the Samford Wellness Kitchen teamed up with some of their Samford University students to share a recipe for Grilled Eggplant Dip (Baba Ghanoush). Continue reading →

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‘Captain Marvel’ Trailer Sets Disney Up For Another 1-2 punch

Just as this year’s “Black Panther” built buzz around a major character in “Infinity War,” the March release of “Captain Marvel” will pave the way for the next Avengers movie. Continue reading →

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On this Day in Alabama History: Writer Stephen Gresham was Born

Another entry in Alabama’s rich history from our partners at the Alabama News Center. Continue reading →

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Alabama Power Issuing Two RFPs For Energy Projects

Alabama Power is seeking proposals to meet future energy and reliability needs, including proposals for potential renewable energy projects. Continue reading →

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Birmingham’s Jesse Lewis Among 9 Recognized As Black Pioneers Of Public Relations

Birmingham businessman and entrepreneur Dr. Jesse J. Lewis Sr. has been named one of nine black public relations pioneers honored by the Museum of Public Relations in New York. Continue reading →

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Practical Energy Savings Tips Can Be Implemented As New Season Dawns

It may not feel like Autumn, but the cooler temperatures will be here before you know it. Here are some ways you can take advantage of milder days before winter sets in. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Allison Moorer Releases Debut Album

Allison Moorer released “Alabama Song.” The Monroeville-born singer-songwriter has had success with songs that have appeared in movies. Continue reading →

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Brenda Ladun is an Alabama Bright Light Illuminating Her Journey to Defeat Breast Cancer

Cancer enhanced Brenda Ladun’s faith and strength. Continue reading →

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