Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Australia’s Eos Selects Alabama For Flagship Us Facility With 100 Jobs
Electro Optic Systems (EOS), an Australian defense contractor specializing in remotely controlled weapon systems, announced plans today to locate its flagship U.S. manufacturing facility in technology-focused Huntsville, creating as many as 100 jobs in the first year. Continue reading →
Former Miss Alabama Sees Daughters Competing For Miss Alabama, Tony Award
Like mother, like daughter. Like other daughter. Continue reading →
UAB Ranked No. 1 Young University In The U.S.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham [uab.edu] has been ranked the top young university in the United States and No. 10 worldwide in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2018 Young University Rankings. Continue reading →
Edison Electric Institute Honors Alabama Power For Aid
Alabama Power was at work restoring electricity from fierce windstorms on opposite ends of the continent last year, and those efforts won the company two Emergency Assistance Awards from the Edison Electric Institute (EEI). Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: USS Tuscaloosa Fought In Normandy
June 6, 1944: The USS Tuscaloosa, named for the city in Alabama, participated in the D-Day invasion of Normandy, France, a turning point in the Allied effort to defeat Germany in World War II Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Penny Savings Bank
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. Continue reading →
Birmingham Sloss Fest Profile: Heath Green And The Makeshifters
Performer: Heath Green and the Makeshifters Continue reading →
Diet Expert Says Summer Shape-up Is Easy With Healthful Diet, Exercise
Trying on a favorite pair of summer shorts – and finding they no longer fit – can be depressing. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Gov. William Brandon Was Born
June 5, 1868 : William W Continue reading →
License Plate Honoring Linemen Unveiled During Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day
A new license plate thanking linemen for their hard work and sacrifice was unveiled Monday morning during the state’s annual Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day. Continue reading →
