Author Archives: Alabama News Center
On This Day In Alabama History: The Alabama Historical Association Was Founded
On this date in 1947, the Alabama Historical Association (AHA) was founded at Alabama College, now the University of Montevallo, by a group of professional and amateur historians. Continue reading →
UAB Optometry Recommends Early Vision Screening Through InfantSEE
Detecting vision problems – as early as infancy – is very important, UAB Dr. Tamara Oechslin said. Continue reading →
Birmingham’s Velocity Accelerator Inaugural Class Member: Quantalytix
While working at a Birmingham bank, Will Bryant and Chris Aliotta felt there had to be a better way to manage balance sheets and risks when it came to mortgage lending. Continue reading →
This Alabama Maker Is Molding A Family Tradition In Bibb County
Not many families have their own entry in the Encyclopedia of Alabama – but the history of Steve Miller’s folks take up a couple of pages. Continue reading →
Birmingham’s Velocity Accelerator Inaugural Class Member: Healthfundit
On the popular crowdfunding site Kickstarter right now, you can put dollars into the world’s flashiest bow tie, custom-fit sandals or even a set of enamel pins inspired by breeds of pet bunnies. Continue reading →
Alabama Power Engineers Mentor Girls At iCan Conference
It would be hard to engineer a better day than the annual iCan Engineering Conference at Alabama Power Corporate Headquarters April 15. Continue reading →
Birmingham’s Velocity Accelerator Inaugural Class Member: Glow
As a mother of three and a former corporate employee, Yazmin Cavale knew how inconvenient it was to try to schedule an appointment at a beauty salon and then try to make it there at the scheduled time. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: The University Of Alabama Opened
On this date in 1831, the University of Alabama opened as the state’s first public college with four faculty members and 94 students. Continue reading →
Birmingham Celebrates Its Place In History With Civil Rights National Monument Dedication Ceremony
For Carol Jenkins, niece of entrepreneur A.G. Gaston and Minnie Gaston, the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument dedication celebration on April 15 was memorable. Continue reading →
The Perfect, Simple Spring Recipe: Meyer Lemon Cheesecake
Kate Wood of The Wood and Spoon shares her Meyer Lemon Cheesecake with a chocolate crust that’s sure to please a crowd. Continue reading →
