Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Jefferson County Finds Bond Market `very Forgiving’ Five Years After Bankruptcy
For localities worried about facing big bond-market penalties if they go bankrupt, consider Jefferson County. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Boycott Of White Businesses Began In Tuskegee
June 25, 1957: In 1957, the Alabama Legislature sought to protect white political rule in Tuskegee by redrawing voting districts. Continue reading →
Birmingham Slossfest Profile: White Reaper
Performer: White Reaper Continue reading →
Umbrella For Power Wheelchairs Makes Rainy Days Less Of A Mess
Power wheelchair users may see a solution to rainy days with a new automatic umbrella attachment engineered by University of Alabama at Birmingham students. The UAB School of Engineering team is one of six internationally selected to present their designs at the eighth annual World Congress of Biomechanics in Dublin, Ireland, in July. Continue reading →
Baldwin Median Condo Sales Price Up 9.2 Percent From A Year Ago
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Alabama Team Showcases State For Foreign Investment At Selectusa
Alabama’s business recruiters were in the nation’s capital last week, selling the state’s diverse and growing business scene to potential investors from around the world. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: The CSS Selma Sank
June 24, 1868 : The CSS Selma originally was named the Florida, and it sailed the waters of the Gulf Coast in the mid-19th century Continue reading →
Birmingham Sloss Fest Profile: Shocks
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Auburn University Invests $5 Million In New Groundbreaking Research
Auburn University research teams are tackling local and global challenges ranging from housing affordability to advanced manufacturing of medical implants, thanks to a new $5 million investment in 11 groundbreaking projects designed to deliver practical, life-changing solutions. Continue reading →
Recipe: Mom’s Peach Cobbler
A few weekends ago, we were at my parents’ house for Sunday supper. After her usual over-the-top spread, Mom presented several desserts. Yes, I said several. In addition to the amazing, expertly prepared Oreo cheesecake, this cobbler was something she “just threw together.” Continue reading →
