Author Archives: Alabama News Center
University of Alabama wheelchair tennis team wins 7th consecutive national title
The University of Alabama Adapted Athletics wheelchair tennis team recently earned its seventh consecutive national championship, defeating Auburn University in both doubles and singles matches. Continue reading →
ALBBAA launches 2023 Best Fish Photo Contest
The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association is again sponsoring its annual Best Fish Photo Contest, which gives anglers of all ages the opportunity to showcase how they enjoy the bountiful fishing in the Black Belt. Continue reading →
Alabama artist who nearly died creates art for the people who saved him
A devastating gasoline explosion in February 2020 left Gibson with burns to his face and upper body. They were so severe that they literally reshaped the structure of his bones and fused his fingers together. Continue reading →
Recipe: Blueberry Cream Tart
Blueberry Cream Tart is made with a delicious, tender crust and a creamy filling topped with a hefty serving of blueberries. Continue reading →
‘Shrek’ star Alie B. Gorrie is on a mission to make the arts more inclusive for people with disabilities
When Alie B. Gorrie quotes a line from “Shrek: The Musical,” which she’s currently starring in as Princess Fiona at Red Mountain Theatre in Birmingham, it carries a lot more weight than an actress just talking about her character. Continue reading →
Premier Tech opens $33 million U.S. headquarters, tech hub in Montgomery
Canada-based Premier Tech on Tuesday, June 6, commissioned a new state-of-the-art U.S. headquarters for its Systems and Automation business group in Montgomery, culminating a $33 million investment project. Continue reading →
Walmart plans $350 million in high-tech upgrades at Alabama distribution hub
A $350 million investment at Walmart’s 40-year-old regional distribution center in Cullman will enable it to double shipments and keep the shelves stocked at the Walmart stores it serves, the company says. Continue reading →
Dr. Ann says deep sleep leads to better memory
Rejoice! New science has uncovered yet another compelling reason to make quality sleep a sacred priority: superior memory. Continue reading →
Alabama Business Charitable Trust Fund announces new board of directors
As spring turns into summer, Alabamians are adjusting from cooler weather to rising temperatures. And with those hotter days come an increase in energy usage as families fire up air conditioners to cool their homes. Continue reading →
2022 investment projects to generate 1,900 jobs in rural Alabama, report says
Alabama Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield announced that new capital investment by growing companies in rural Alabama approached $1.8 billion during 2022, building on solid economic development results registered in recent years. Continue reading →
