Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Terry Martin Is An Alabama Maker Weaving Wonderful Works Of Art
Terry Martin, Fiber Artist (Birmingham) Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Yankees Honor Mel Allen
August 27, 1950: The New York Yankees honored Mel Allen, who delivered the baseball team’s radio play-by-play, with Mel Allen Day on this day in 1950 Continue reading →
Athens Homes Selling 26 Days Faster On Average Compared To A Year Ago
Sales: According to the North Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Athens/Limestone County residential sales totaled 159 units during July, down 7 percent from 171 sales in the same month a year earlier. July sales were down 15.4 percent compared to 188 sales in May. Results were 70.9 percent above the five-year July average of 110 sales. Two more resources to review: Quarterly Report and Annual Report. Continue reading →
The Pizitz In Birmingham Named Best Historic Project In 2018
The iconic 1920s former department store The Pizitz in downtown Birmingham has been recognized as the Best Historic Project in the 2018 Marvin Architects Challenge. The decade-old juried competition awards innovative real estate projects for exceptional architectural design. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: NASA Astronaut Kay Hire Was Born
August 26, 1959: Kathryn P Continue reading →
Slow Down And Evaluate The Risks Of Driving Before Hitting The Road
More than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million are injured each year in motor vehicle crashes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Each time a car is cranked, it is important to think about factors that increase the risks, including drowsy driving and distractions, such as children and texting. Continue reading →
Recipe: Pecan Chicken
Are you in a hurry like the average American on the go? Continue reading →
Brian Peters: Several Dry Days Ahead For Most Of Alabama
Brian Peters: Several Dry Days Ahead For Most Of Alabama Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Body Builder Chris Dickerson Was Born
August 25, 1939: Internationally known body builder Chris Dickerson was born the youngest of triplets to Henry and Mahala Ashley Dickerson in Montgomery on Aug Continue reading →
2018 Alabama Colleges Football Schedule
There are 15 college football programs in Alabama and many of them are contenders in their conferences and divisions this year. Continue reading →
