Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: Rosa Parks Was Arrested In Montgomery
December 1, 1955: Rosa Parks was arrested in Montgomery after refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white man Continue reading →
SAS Automotive Systems To Support Mercedes Production In Alabama
Global auto supplier SAS Automotive Systems is launching an operation in Tuscaloosa County to support the production of Mercedes-Benz’s next-generation sport utility vehicles in Alabama, adding 170 jobs to the state’s expanding auto sector. Continue reading →
Auburn Looks To Claim SEC Championship While Alabama Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive
The cliché has been repeated countless times since 10-2 Auburn earned a berth in the SEC Championship Game with its 26-14 victory over then-No. 1 Alabama in last week’s Iron Bowl. Continue reading →
Can’t Miss Alabama Kicks Off The Holiday Season
Can’t Miss Alabama Kicks Off The Holiday Season With Festival Of Trees, Christmas At The Falls And Cinderella Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Meteorite Struck Oak Grove’s Ann Hodges
November 30, 1954: Oak Grove resident Ann Hodges became the only person in recorded history to suffer a confirmed meteorite strike Continue reading →
Nine Tips For Keeping Package Thieves Away From The Front Door This Holiday Season
Alabama NewsCenter is bringing you a series of “Holiday How To” tips to make this holiday season merry and bright. Continue reading →
Andrea Taylor, BCRI President And CEO, Talks About Institute’s Role In Increasingly Complex Society
It’s been two years since Andrea Taylor joined the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (BCRI) as president and CEO. During that time, her challenge has been to keep the institute moving forward and ensure that it stays relevant. Continue reading →
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Celebrates 25 Years Of Education, Dialogue And History
The dignified domed building on 16th Street North in downtown Birmingham looks as though it was always meant to be there. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (BCRI) is flanked by historic Sixteenth Street Baptist Church to the north and Kelly Ingram Park to the east. This year, the BCRI is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Foundation Announces Seven Elevate Grant Recipients
The Alabama Power Foundation has awarded seven Elevate grants to nonprofit organizations across the state. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Battle Of Autossee Took Place
November 29, 1813: The Battle of Autossee took place near present-day Shorter during the Creek War of 1813-14 Continue reading →
