By Shirley Jackson Don’t miss Alabama’s World Boxing Council heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder as he defends his title against Gerald Washington Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. The title fight will broadcast nationally on Fox at 7 p.m. Click for … Continue reading →

By Joseph Allen Throughout February, Alabama NewsCenter is profiling state icons in honor of Black History Month. Richard Arrington Jr. became Birmingham’s first black mayor when he took office in 1979, a position he ended up holding for 20 years. … Continue reading →

By Michael Tomberlin Publix Super Markets held the grand opening for its Alabama distribution center today with plans to have 300 workers there by year’s end. The first truck left the facility at midnight, the first of many Publix tractor … Continue reading →

By Alabama NewsCenter Staff Every journey begins with a single, often small, step. But the challenge for many is getting started. Dr. Josh Klapow wants to help you take that first step toward positive change in your life. The clinical … Continue reading →

By Graydon RustAlabama 200 February 23, 1883 A legislative act established the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) to conduct scientific research related to the state’s agricultural industry. Focused on finding ways to improve cotton production, the AAES in 1886 initiated … Continue reading →

By Morgan McKinney Spirits were high as students on the University of Alabama campus danced for 12 straight hours at a Feb. 11 Dance Marathon to raise awareness and money for Children’s of Alabama. Between the flashing lights and nonstop dancing, an … Continue reading →