Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Valley Creek, Renew Our Rivers Cleanup Reaps Trash And Fellowship
It was another hot August week in Alabama, but that didn’t discourage 250 volunteers, city and public agency workers, and nonprofit supporters from making a positive environmental impact on Valley Creek in Jefferson County. Continue reading →
Safran To Open Aerospace Manufacturing Facility At Mobile Aeroplex
French aerospace giant Safran plans to open a manufacturing operation at Mobile Aeroplex — home to the Airbus A320 Family assembly line — and hire 20 employees over the next three years, according to the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce. Continue reading →
UAB Archaeologists Sarah Parcak, Gregory Mumford Awarded Antiquity Prize
University of Alabama at Birmingham professor Sarah Parcak, Ph.D., and associate professor Gregory Mumford, Ph.D., have been awarded the 2017 Antiquity Prize by Antiquity, a peer-reviewed journal of world archaeology, published by Cambridge University Press. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Sonny Morea Inducted Into Aviation Hall Of Fame
August 27, 2016 – Scientist and aviator Sonny Morea was inducted into the Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame. Continue reading →
Pineapple And Edamame Salad From Gerson’s Garden Is A Healthy And Fresh Recipe
Mix a taste of the tropics into your weekend. Whether hosting a crowd or preparing lunches for the week, this pineapple and edamame salad packs fresh vegetables and fruits into one colorful side dish. Featured in the latest issue of Shorelines magazine. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Governor Ordered Miners’ Tent Colonies Cut Down
August 26, 1908: Gov. Braxton Bragg Comer ordered state troopers to cut down mine strikers’ tent colonies for promoting racial equality among black and white miners. Continue reading →
Cherishable Items: Alabama Woman Finds Direction And Inspiration In Her Lighthouse Collection
There is much to love about a lighthouse. Not only have lighthouses traditionally provided those at sea with assurances of safety and comfort that they were nearing home, but they often carry their own original colors and beauty. Continue reading →
Fun For All At Festivals, Expos, Concerts And Shows In This Edition Of Can’t Miss Alabama
Enjoy these great festivities in our August weekend lineup in this week’s edition of Can’t Miss Alabama! Continue reading →
Alabama Bright Light Stephanie Kidd Loves Her Kids At Lipscomb Elementary
The school year began a few weeks ago. What better time to look up some teacher quotes? Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Jimmy Buffett Survived Crash Of His Seaplane
August 25, 1994: Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett survived the crash of his seaplane, Lady of the Waters, in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Continue reading →
