Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Turnip Greens From L’Rancho Cafe Are On The Menu In 100 Dishes To Eat In Alabama Before You Die
It starts with a fresh batch of greens. Continue reading →
Great Summer Concerts, Plays And Festivals In Can’t Miss Alabama
Great Summer Concerts, Plays And Festivals In Can’t Miss Alabama Continue reading →
Alabama Connections On Display At 2017 Paris Air Show
The 2017 Paris Air Show is ground zero for the aerospace industry, a spectacle whose amazing aircraft demonstration flights are eclipsed by the billions of dollars in new deals announced and the behind-the-scenes negotiations that lead to future projects. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Joe Louis Knocked Out German Boxer Max Schmeling
June 22, 1938: LaFayette native Joe Louis knocked out German boxer Max Schmeling in one of the most famous boxing matches of all time, vividly refuting Adolf Hitler’s belief in white supremacy. Continue reading →
Living His Dream: Benintende Dedicated To Helping Paralyzed Walk Again
Joe Benintende is standing tall. Continue reading →
Chilton County Celebrates 70 Years Of Peach Festival
Is there any such thing as a platinum peach? Probably not. But since platinum symbolizes a 70th anniversary, it would certainly be appropriate to bring to Clanton this week as Chilton County celebrates 70 years of the Peach Festival. Continue reading →
For Roots & Revelry Owner And Chef Brandon Cain, It’s Personal
That’s not a crown crown on the Roots & Revelry logo. It’s a pineapple crown. The pineapple is a traditional symbol of hospitality, says Brandon Cain, the restaurant’s owner and executive chef. It also represents Cain’s Hawaiian and Filipino roots on his late mother’s side of the family. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Desoto Caverns
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 →
Alabama’s Arista Aviation Announces First Commercial Sale At Paris Air Show
Arista Aviation Services CEO Rich Enderle announced today at the Paris Air Show that his Enterprise-based company has signed a deal to sell four modified UH-60A helicopters to the International Defense and Aerospace Group LLC (IDAG). Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Lionel Richie Was Born In Tuskegee
June 20, 1949: Singer-songwriter and musician Lionel Richie was born in Tuskegee. Continue reading →
