Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: State’s Most Famous Author Was Born
April 28, 1926: Nelle Harper Lee was born in Monroeville on April 28, 1926; and though she traveled the world, her roots remained strong. Continue reading →
Magic City Art Connection Adds A Splash Of Color To Birmingham’s Linn Park
Birmingham’s historic Linn Park has been transformed. This weekend, a host of covered tents reveal all things art as the annual Magic City Art Connection offers fresh takes on art, food and experiences. Continue reading →
Meteorologist Remembers April 27 Tornadoes In Severe Weather Awareness Tour In Birmingham
It is a day most Alabamians will never forget. Continue reading →
Breads And Pies At Touch Of Home Bakery Are Among The 100 Dishes To Eat In Alabama Before You Die
No matter how you slice it, Touch of Home Bakery is the place for pies and breads. Continue reading →
Eating Our Way Through Bama’s Best Pork Ribs
From the Black Belt to the Wiregrass to The Shoals, we crisscrossed our great state stopping only for pork ribs. It was heaven on earth for a Southern food lover. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Coretta Scott Was Born In Marion
April 27, 1927: Civil rights activist and author Coretta Scott was born on this day in 1927. A high school valedictorian, she went to Antioch College in Ohio, where he older sister Edythe was the first African-American to attend. Continue reading →
Improving The Science Of Providing Lifesaving Warnings During Alabama Severe Weather
You are the single most important person when it comes to protecting your family in severe weather. Your preparedness and awareness are crucial. But next on that list are the men and women who crunch the numbers and decipher the data to provide actionable forecasts during chaotic conditions. Continue reading →
Women-Owned Businesses Get Energized By Business Opportunities At Birmingham Conference
Female-owned business learned what it takes to do business with energy companies like Alabama Power at the Women’s Business Enterprise Council South’s Second Annual Power Industry Summit in Birmingham. Continue reading →
Can’t Miss Alabama Revs Up Your Weekend With Talladega Superspeedway, Decorator’s Showhouse & The Magic City Art Connection
The Decorators’ ShowHouse is one of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s largest annual fundraisers. This year’s home is on Cherokee Road in Mountain Brook. The 2018 ShowHouse sits on 2 acres, and has five bedrooms, six bathrooms and a pool. Opening day for the Decorators’ ShowHouse is Saturday, April 28 and the event runs through Sunday, May 13 (Mother’s Day). Continue reading →
Leadership Birmingham Executive Director Ann Florie Retiring
Ann Florie starts an interview about retiring as executive director of Leadership Birmingham by talking about her predecessors and how much they meant to the organization. Continue reading →
