Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: Marshall Space Flight Center Opened In Huntsville
July 1, 1960 – NASA opened the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. Continue reading →
Follow These Tips To Stay Safe At The Lake This Fourth Of July
The Fourth of July is almost here, and for many Alabamians that means heading to the lake. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Olin King Stepped Down As CEO Of SCI In Huntsville
June 30, 1999: Olin King stepped down as CEO of Huntsville’s SCI Systems Inc. (SCI), the world’s largest manufacturer of electronics. Continue reading →
Celebrate Independence Day Festivities At Many Places Across Alabama
Celebrate Independence Day Festivities at Desoto Caverns, Jax Fest, Fort Morgan, Tannehill and more! Continue reading →
Airbus Helping To Build Aerospace Futures In Alabama
Global aerospace giant Airbus is doing more than designing and manufacturing planes in Alabama. The France-based company also is helping to shape education and workforce trends in its corner of the state and beyond, particularly the prospects and pipeline for aerospace engineers. Continue reading →
Bring On The Omelets: Bigger Flocks Send Egg Price To Decade-low
It doesn’t matter if you like them hard-boiled, scrambled or soaked in heart-clogging hollandaise sauce: when eggs are this cheap, it’s a good time to get cracking. Continue reading →
UAB Alumni And Faculty Add Zest To Birmingham’s Rising Food Scene
The South has historically been associated with good eating. But right now, Birmingham is experiencing a special moment in America’s culinary spotlight. Among the accolades it has received, Birmingham ranked first on Zagat’s 2015 list of the nation’s next hot food cities. Chef Frank Stitt’s Highlands Bar and Grill has been a finalist for the prestigious national James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant for a record nine years in a row. And just this month, Buzzfeed named Birmingham one of America’s 12 underrated food cities. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Nurse And Educator Ida Vines Was Married
June 29, 1929: Nurse and educator Ida Vines married Howard D. Moffett. Ida Vines Moffett was a pioneer of nursing practice and education in the state and lifelong advocate for compassionate care. Continue reading →
Voices: A Look Back At The Personalities Who Shaped Black Radio In Birmingham
June is African-American Music Appreciation Month, a time to reflect on the sounds that have influenced a community, evolving over time. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Actress, Producer, Writer Felicia Day Was Born
June 28, 1979: Actress, producer and writer Felicia Day was born in Huntsville. Day is best known for her work in the genres of science fiction and fantasy. Continue reading →
