Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Charlie Wilson, Tyrese And En Vogue To Headline Saturday Concert In Can’t Miss Alabama
Charlie Wilson, Tyrese And En Vogue To Headline Saturday Concert In Can’t Miss Alabama Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Private Drowned After Saving Shipmates
March 8, 1943: Pvt. George Watson drowned after helping about a dozen shipmates to a life raft near Porlock Harbor, New Guinea. Continue reading →
Retired Alabama Power Vice President Still Marching From Selma To Montgomery
When former Alabama Power vice president Julian Smith retired in 2008, he continued overseeing fundraising efforts for the Selma to Montgomery March Foundation board. Continue reading →
Auburn’s Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve Added To Alabama Birding Trails
The Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve in Auburn is one of 10 new sites being added to the Alabama Birding Trails in 2018. Continue reading →
Cam Newton To Speak At Boy Scouts Annual Fundraiser Luncheon In Birmingham
Cam Newton, quarterback of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, will be the keynote speaker for the 11th annual American Values Luncheon on Friday, March 16. The event begins at noon in the North Exhibition Hall of the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. Continue reading →
Faith & Politics Pilgrimage Creates Lasting Memories
Last weekend’s Faith & Politics Institute Pilgrimage ended Sunday in Selma with grateful reflections of the past and high hopes for the future. Continue reading →
Cherishable Items: Guitar Collection Is Nothing To Fret Over For This Alabama Music Lover
When Marc Rice was 14, he saw B.B. King perform. Ever since, the guitar has been a source of fascination. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Law Officers Gunned Down Bill McCoy
March 7, 1896: Law enforcement officials gunned down Bill McCoy, a man identified by some as the train robber Railroad Bill, in Atmore. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Dismals Canyon
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 →
Volunteers Promote Literacy In Alabama Through Read Across America
Oh, the places you’ll go, little ones. Dr. Seuss’s beloved books have held their place in children’s hearts for generations because of their tongue-twisting, catchy and humorous storylines. Continue reading →
