Author Archives: Alabama News Center
Magic City Eats: A Culinary Tour Of Birmingham Combines History, World Cultures
Generations of African-Americans and other minorities have passed down recipes and dishes from decades ago that still are relished today. And many examples of such food can be tasted in restaurants throughout the Birmingham metro area. Continue reading →
Electrathon Inspires Students To Study Engineering, Automotive Trades
If Monday’s annual Electrathon was any indication, the future of electric vehicles is charging forward. Continue reading →
Meet The Parker High School Grad Whose Sports Firm Is Becoming An HBCU Powerhouse
Birmingham native Erwin Prentiss Hill is all about historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) — and not just because he is the product of two. Continue reading →
Alabama Legacy Moment: Coretta Scott King
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 Maker Finds Family Pound Cake Whips Up New Business
The challenge was pretty steep. But never doubt a determined mother and a good slice of pound cake. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Spring Hill Awarded First Black Graduate Honorary Doctorate
May 9, 2004 – Spring Hill College awarded Fannie Motley, the first black graduate of a previously all-white college in Alabama, an honorary doctorate of humanities. The college also established the Fannie Motley Endowed Scholarship to further diversity on its campus. Continue reading →
How Fairfield’s Restoration Academy Chamber Choir Got An Invite To Perform At Carnegie Hall
The Restoration Academy chorale will cap a busy spring on Thursday, May 11, with a concert at 6 p.m. at the Church of the Reconciler in Fairfield. Continue reading →
Women Gain Knowledge, Empowerment, New Relationships At Housing Authority Summit
Tracie Allen clearly remembers the moment she walked into the housing authority office and saw a poster advertising the Family Self-Sufficiency Program. Continue reading →
Mohawk Acquires Fiber Facility In Bridgeport, Preserving Jobs
Jackson County officials announced that Mohawk Industries has acquired the former Beaulieu fiber facility in Bridgeport in a transaction that includes a commitment to preserve current jobs and grow employment in the community. Continue reading →
Trail Mix Cookies Are A Sweet Combination
Everyone likes trail mix. Everyone likes cookies. Kate Wood of the Wood and Spoon blog combines both in this recipe from her blog and Shorelines. Continue reading →
