Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: First African-American Graduated From University Of Alabama
May 30, 1965: Vivian Malone Jones became the first African-American to graduate from the University of Alabama. Jones was one of two black students, with James Hood, who enrolled at the university after initially having their entry blocked by Gov. George Wallace. Continue reading →
Alabama’s Aldridge Gardens Veterans Memorial Arbor Offers Serenity To Honor Those Who Sacrificed
On this Memorial Day, there are places that offer patriotic music, somber ceremonies and even raucous remembrances. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Auburn Crew Knows The Value Of Teamwork
When Nic Porter kisses his wife, Holland, and 2-year-old son, Greyson, goodbye to go to work at the Alabama Power Auburn Crew Headquarters, all three of them know he’s going to do what can be dangerous work, but he’s doing it with others who are constantly thinking of safety. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Reconstruction Plan For Former Confederate States Announced
May 29, 1865: U.S. President Andrew Johnson announced a plan of Reconstruction for the former Confederate states. Continue reading →
Sweet Success Comes In Bite Sizes For Alabama Maker Bud’s Best Cookies
For Bud Cason, it’s the first bite that counts.Cason has proven that theory since opening Bud’s Best Cookies 26 years ago. Continue reading →
Army Veteran Takes Unusual Path To Nursing, Now Serves Others At UAB
As an Army reservist and photojournalist working on a story at a U.S. Army Combat Support Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq, in 2009, Mary Lee, MSN, realized her true calling as a nurse. Continue reading →
Memorial Day Is About Remembering
My father-in-law, Norman Pike, would never talk about his service in World War II. About all he told us was that he was an Army cook in Europe after D-Day. But he left World War II with two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. His back was scarred from shrapnel wounds. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: The U.S. Army Established The Mount Vernon Arsenal
May 28, 1828: The United States Army established the Mount Vernon Arsenal in Alabama. Continue reading →
What’s Happening In This Week’s Can’t Miss Alabama
Enjoy The Beach Ball Drop, The Hot Air Balloon Festival Or Jazz In The Park this weekend in this week’s edition of Can’t Miss Alabama. Continue reading →
Americans Go Hog Wild For Pork As Summer BBQ Season Kicks Off
It’s boom times for pork enthusiasts. Americans celebrating Memorial Day this weekend – the unofficial kick-off to summer and the grilling season – can keep the party going with cheaper pork chops. Continue reading →
