Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: Lafayette Statue Honored Joe Louis
February 27, 2010: LaFayette honored Joe Louis with an eight-foot bronze statue near the Chambers County Courthouse. Continue reading →
Jasper Is A Jewel Being Polished In Alabama
There was a time when Jasper was home to some of America’s most famous people. The Bankheads, Carl Elliot, Tom Bevill and George “Goober” Lindsey all lived in this town of about 14,000 people amidst one of the world’s largest coalfields. Continue reading →
Brian Corry Is An Alabama Maker Combining History And Clay To Craft Unique Art
Stanley keeps an odd look on his exterior. And his expression – a chosen frown – won’t change, regardless of how long you remain in the studio of his creator: clay artist Brian Corry. Continue reading →
UAB Marine Biologist To Explore Life Cycle Diversity In Red Seaweed
Red seaweeds play a critical role in economies worldwide, as they are used in hair products, toothpaste and food. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Kate Duncan Smith School Opened
February 26, 1924: The Kate Duncan Smith DAR School (KDS) opened in Grant Continue reading →
University Of Alabama Students Launch Music & Memory Program For Alzheimer’s Patients
Remember the song that always brings a smile to your face? You know, the one that reminds you of good feelings and good times? Well, you aren’t the only one. Continue reading →
University Of Alabama Granted Patent For Sideline Privacy Tent
The University of Alabama was recently awarded a patent for a medical privacy tent developed by engineering students and Crimson Tide Athletics, firmly protecting the tent’s unique capability to easily expand or collapse on the sideline of a football field. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Francis Strother Lyon Was Born
February 25, 1800: Congressman Francis Strother Lyon was born in North Carolina Continue reading →
Recipe: Strawberry Bread
Y’all, I LOVE this Strawberry Bread! It’s the perfect dessert, snack, even breakfast. Since it uses frozen strawberries, you can have this taste of summer year-round. Continue reading →
Outdoor Scholars Program Has Montevallo In The Hunt For Students With Outside Interests
Porter James had settled on attending Mississippi State which, like many land grant institutions, has a wildlife science curriculum. But when James heard about the President’s Outdoor Scholars Program at the University of Montevallo, he changed his mind. Continue reading →
