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Mobile Lands Via Airlines, Direct Orlando Flights
Mobile’s newest air carrier is slated not only to open a direct route to one of the nation’s largest tourist destinations, but to tap a long-underserved market for business travelers. Beginning in May, Maitland, Florida-based Via Airlines will offer nonstop service four times a week between the Orlando Sanford International and Mobile Regional airports aboard its 50-passenger Embraer regional jets. Continue reading →
Can’t Miss Alabama Offers Musicals, Galas, Festivals, A-Day And A Dam Ride For A Fun-Filled Weekend
This week’s Can’t Miss Alabama offers musicals, galas, festivals, A-day and a dam ride for a fun-filled weekend. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: William Rufus King Died
April 18, 1853: Alabamian William Rufus King served as vice president of the United States for only a few weeks before he succumbed to tuberculosis Continue reading →
Parade Magazine Recognizes Alabama Solar Project
A solar energy project in Chambers County, built in partnership with Alabama Power, was among 50 green initiatives – one from each state – recognized in the latest issue of Parade magazine. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Ladies Memorial Association Created
April 16, 1866: On this day, a group of prominent Montgomery women gathered at the Court Street Methodist Church Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Reuben Kolb Was Born In Eufaula
April 15, 1839: Reuben Francis Kolb Sr. was born in Eufaula. Kolb is perhaps best known as the voice of populism in Alabama’s bitterly contested gubernatorial elects of 1890, 1892 and 1894. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Harry Gilmer Was Born In East Lake
April 14, 1926: Harry Vincent Gilmer Jr Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Elba Was Incorporated As A Town
April 13, 1853: The town of Elba was incorporated officially Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: King Arrested After Violating Injunction
April 12, 1963: The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., on Good Friday, violated a court injunction prohibiting public civil rights demonstrations in the city. Continue reading →
On This Day In Alabama History: Birmingham’s First Free-Standing Library Opened
April 11, 1927: Birmingham’s first free-standing central library opened after a fire in April 1925 destroyed the top floor of Birmingham City Hall and most of the central library, which had been located there. Continue reading →
