Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Alabama Newscenter 2017 Football Preview: Miles College
The Golden Bears of Miles College were the very definition of an up-and-down football team in 2016. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Bandleader, Comedian Hank Penny Was Born
August 18, 1918 – Western swing bandleader and comedian Hank Penny was born in Birmingham. Penny formed several popular swing bands, including the Painted Post Rangers, who released three Billboard top-10 country Continue reading →
UA Students Part Of NASA Project To Capture Solar Eclipse From Near Space
A group of students at the University of Alabama plan to launch a balloon to take video of the solar eclipse next week as part of a nationwide science project led by NASA. Continue reading →
Can’t Miss Alabama Gives You A Great Head Start To An Entertaining Summer Weekend With Sidewalk Film Festival, Future And Lyle Lovett
Can’t Miss Alabama is the gateway to a fantastic summer weekend. Continue reading →
Huntsville’s Cotton Row Is Riding High On Its Culinary Cred
Chef James Boyce made a name for himself at some of the most celebrated restaurants in the country. He and his wife and business partner, Suzan, have made a home for themselves at Cotton Row, their own restaurant in Huntsville. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Wilson’s Raid
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: Warrant Issued For Birmingham Native Angela Davis
August 16, 1970: California authorities issued a warrant for the arrest of civil rights activist Angela Davis for her role in an attempted prisoner escape that led to the deaths of four people, including a judge. Continue reading →
Technology And Children: A Parent’s Survival Guide
Technology has changed the way children develop and interact with others, and while it seems to change every day, many parents are forced to keep up or get left behind. Continue reading →
How One Birmingham Man’s Quick Thinking Helped Him Survive A Heart Attack
For Harvey Ivey, March 28 started like any other day. But in a flash, his world changed forever. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Julia Tutwiler Was Born In Tuscaloosa
August 15, 1841: Education and prison reformer Julia Tutwiler was born in Tuscaloosa. Known as the “Angel of the Stockade,” Tutwiler worked tirelessly to improve Alabama’s prison system. Continue reading →
