Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Celebrate Independence Day, Have Fun At American Village On July 4
Enjoy some red, white and blue family fun and ring in July 4 at the American Village in Montevallo. Continue reading →
80 Percent Of Alabama Markets See Median Home Price Increase In May
Sales: There were 6,306 residential sales in Alabama during May, an increase of 8.2 percent from one year ago. Current sales results are 29.1 percent above the five-year monthly average of 4,885 transactions. Two more resources to review: Quarterly Report and Annual Report. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Hank Aaron Selected Unanimous All-star
June 27, 1959: Baseball great and Alabama native Hank Aaron got to play in two All-Star games in 1959, after his fellow players, along with big-league coaches and managers, selected him unanimously for the National League All-Star squad Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: USS Alabama
Alabama Public Television is producing a series of videos titled “Alabama Legacy Moments” that offer a quick history of the people, places and stories that have defined Alabama. Done in conjunction with the ongoing bicentennial celebration of the state that concludes in 2019, the short pieces should inspire you to learn more about the rich history of Alabama. “Alabama Legacy Moments” are sponsored by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission and the Alabama Broadcasters Association. Continue reading →
Birmingham Sloss Fest Profile: Waxahatchee
Performer: Waxahatchee Continue reading →
Distinguished Young Women Take On Oysters In Alabama
Enjoying fresh, raw oysters should be part of anyone’s visit to Alabama. Continue reading →
Downtown Birmingham Linear Park The Focus Of Upcoming Public Meetings
A proposal to create a mile-long linear park underneath the rebuilt Interstate 59/20 elevated highway through downtown Birmingham is generating excitement among city and community leaders. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Ruling Made Same-Sex Marriage Legal In State
June 26, 2015: Same-sex couples in Alabama no longer had to travel out of state to get married following a 5-4 decision by the U.S Continue reading →
Birmingham Sloss Fest Profile: Brent Cobb
Performer: Brent Cobb Continue reading →
Alabama Maker Scott Moody Of Chirpwood Frames Art, Memories
Chirpwood, Opelika Continue reading →
