Author Archives: Alabama News Center
See Alabama’s Beauty Through The Pages Of A Coloring Book
After attending the Alabama Book Festival and not being able to find a coloring book about the state, Auburn resident Laura Murray was urged to action by her husband. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: William Rufus King
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… Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Mae Jemison Was Born In Decatur
October 17, 1956: Former astronaut Mae Jemison was born in Decatur. In 1992, Jemison became the first African-American woman to travel to space when she served as a science mission specialist aboard the space shuttle Endeavor. Continue reading →
Wild Bill’s Sauce Is An Alabama Maker Wingin’ It On The Wild Side
Wild Bill’s Sauce, Gulf Shores: All Bill Howard set out to do was to duplicate a wing sauce he had loved at an Atlanta restaurant. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Historic Chattahoochee Commission Bought Hart House
October 16, 1985 : The Historic Chattahoochee Commission (HCC) bought the Hart House in Eufaula to use as its headquarters. Continue reading →
Meet The Man Instrumental In Bringing The Talladega Superspeedway To Alabama
95-year-old Bill Ward is amazingly sharp. The former Anniston insurance executive maintains a pleasant demeanor and keeps a warm, friendly smile on his face. He meets no strangers. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Alabama’s First Black-owned Bank Opened
October 15, 1900 : The Rev Continue reading →
Make The Most Of Your Weekend With This Week’s Can’t Miss Alabama
Make the most of your weekend at the National Shrimp Festival, Alabama 500, and Champions of Magic Show in this week’s Can’t Miss Alabama. Continue reading →
Chris Rogers Won Title Under Nick Saban, Now Ceo Of Company That Mentors Young Men
Chris Rogers played for Nick Saban on Alabama’s 2009 national championship team. He was the only cornerback on the squad not drafted by a National Football League team. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Martin Luther King Won Nobel Peace Prize
October 14, 1964: The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. won the Nobel Peace Prize for his leadership in the modern civil rights movement. Continue reading →
