Birmingham businessman and entrepreneur Dr. Jesse J. Lewis Sr. has been named one of nine black public relations pioneers honored by the Museum of Public Relations in New York. Continue reading →

This Italian restaurant in historic downtown Florence has been around for decades serving tasty, homemade food, supporting its community and employing lots of local students, but the passion of owner Rick Elliott is what makes Ricatoni’s special. He’s as much of a draw as his dishes. Continue reading →

Carnival season may last only a few weeks in the Port City, but for Mobile seamstress Patricia Richardson, it’s Mardi Gras year-round. Continue reading →

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 Power has announced plans to enhance a popular day-use recreation site on Logan Martin Lake by adding a new adventure playground and hiking trail. Continue reading →

Alabama coach Nick Saban didn’t wait for a question to say whether sophomore Tua Tagovailoa or junior Jalen Hurts would start at quarterback when his Crimson Tide hosts Arkansas State at 2:30 p.m. Saturday on ESPN2. Continue reading →

Global Trade, a publication focusing on international business, has selected Alabama as the nation’s top state for manufacturing in a new ranking. Continue reading →

Mike Turk recalls 2017 as a strange football season for his Huntingdon squad, which had high expectations despite having lost 30 seniors from the prior year. Continue reading →

South Alabama football changed its identity after the 2017 season. The Jaguars replaced Joey Jones – the only head coach in the program’s 10-year history – with former Central Arkansas coach Steve Campbell. Continue reading →

Nevada-based Sierra Artificial Neural Networks announced plans to locate its headquarters in Florence and form a joint development partnership with IPWatch Systems Corp. to advance artificial intelligence products. Continue reading →