Author Archives: Alabama News Center

Alabama Legacy Moment: Coon Dog Cemetery

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 →

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Pining For A Real Tree? Alabama Is Shedding Christmas Tree Farms, But Those That Remain Keep Spirits High

At one time, there were enough Christmas tree farms in Lee, Chambers and Russell counties to have an East Alabama Christmas Tree Association. Continue reading →

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By The Numbers: 2017 Most Expensive U.S. Hurricane Season Ever

This year’s U.S. Atlantic hurricane season is officially the most expensive ever, racking up $202.6 billion in damages since the formal start June 1. Continue reading →

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On This Day In Alabama History: Author Gustav Hasford Was Born

November 28, 1947: Author Gustav Hasford was born in Haleyville Continue reading →

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To Your Health Is An Alabama Maker With Flour Power

To Your Health Sprouted Flour Company (Fitzpatrick) Continue reading →

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Blazers Going Bowling In The Bahamas

Bill Clark and four of his football players stepped onto the court of Bartow Arena Sunday afternoon as the rest of the gridiron squad looked on from the stands. Continue reading →

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Leonardo: Preparations For Alabama T-100 Aircraft Factory On Track

Executives of aerospace company Leonardo told an Alabama delegation touring an aircraft facility in Italy that preparations for a manufacturing operation in Tuskegee are on track to provide the T-100 next-generation jet trainer for the U.S. Air Force. Continue reading →

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New Business Incubators To Spark Innovation Across Alabama

Alabama universities are providing new launch pads for entrepreneurs and their innovative business ideas across the state. Continue reading →

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UAB First In U.S. To Use Hyperarc High-Definition Radiotherapy On Brain Cancer

Last month, the University of Alabama at Birmingham treated brain cancer patients for the first time utilizing Varian HyperArc™ High-Definition Radiotherapy, making the academic medical center the first in the United States to use this technology for complex radiosurgical procedures. Continue reading →

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Baldwin Condo Sales Slip In October, Up Strongly For 2017 So Far

Click here to view or print the entire monthly report compliments of the ACRE Corporate Cabinet. Continue reading →

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