Gulf Shores will mark a first in city history this week as commercial air service begins at the newly expanded Gulf Shores International Airport. Allegiant Air’s inaugural flight is scheduled to depart from the airport on May 21, signaling the start of a new transportation chapter for the Alabama Gulf Coast. The airport’s first outbound […]

On May 18, 1969, NASA launched Apollo 10, the final test mission that paved the way for the first Moon landing just a month later. As Alabamians remember the 56th anniversary of this historic event, the state’s influence in space exploration continues to grow, rooted deeply in its past and future with NASA. While Apollo […]

 As one of the premier events on the PGA TOUR Champions schedule, the Regions Tradition continues to draw tens of thousands of fans for a week of world-class golf, local flavor, and community celebration. Held May 14–19, the 2025 tournament attracted over 60,000 attendees from across the country. The event has become a destination for […]

Sydney Gray, a senior at Fairhope High School, has once again claimed national recognition for her musical talent. On May 15, the National Alliance for Musical Theatre and the National Endowment for the Arts announced Gray as the 2025 National Winner of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students. This marks her second […]

Almost one year after surviving a shark attack that resulted in the loss of her left hand and right leg, 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin is thriving—and swinging a golf club with impressive skill. In a video shared by longtime journalist Rick Karle on Facebook, Lulu appeared alongside her sister and golf instructor MK Horton at the […]

Brasfield & Gorrie is deepening its roots in Birmingham with the completion of a three-story, 28,500-square-foot expansion to its headquarters in the city’s Lakeview District. The $18.9 million investment is part of the company’s long-term strategic plan and reflects a continued commitment to its hometown, where it was founded in 1964. Since that time, they […]

The Alabama State Trooper Association (ASTA) is stepping up to support two of its own as they face the challenges of cancer, either personally or as caregivers for loved ones. To help ease the financial burden, ASTA will host a charity golf tournament on June 11 at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Capitol […]

Longleaf Recovery & Wellness has announced the expansion of its Mental Health Wellness Program to the city of Huntsville and Baldwin County, marking a significant step in improving access to intensive outpatient care across Alabama. The new locations will provide services that are typically difficult to access outside hospital settings, offering treatment options for individuals […]

The Alabama Scenic River Trail (ASRT) has announced the 2025 recipients of its Waterway Enhancement Program, awarding a total of $25,000 to seven community-based projects aimed at improving waterway access, recreation, and safety throughout the state. The Waterway Enhancement Program supports grassroots initiatives that promote accessibility and creative solutions to enhance Alabama’s freshwater recreation opportunities. […]

As National Safe Boating Week approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is launching a statewide campaign to promote safe practices on the water ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend. The campaign aims to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities by focusing on education, enforcement, and community engagement across Alabama’s waterways. Recreational boating continues to […]

The Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) celebrated a historic milestone during National Travel & Tourism Week, announcing that tourism in Jefferson County generated a record-breaking $2.57 billion in economic impact in 2024. The announcement was made during the GBCVB’s annual luncheon, where leadership highlighted the growing strength of Birmingham’s tourism sector. According to […]

The Women’s Foundation of Alabama has announced Kimberly L. Jackson as its new President and CEO, effective June 16. Jackson will succeed Melanie R. Bridgeforth, who led the foundation for the past seven years. Under Bridgeforth’s leadership, the organization expanded into a statewide entity focusing on research, public policy, and strategic grantmaking to promote women’s […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt delivered a sharp rebuke of Democratic immigration policies during a recent appearance on Fox News’ Hannity. The Republican lawmaker accused Democrats of siding with undocumented immigrants with violent criminal records, while neglecting the safety of American communities. Katie Pavlich, the show’s host for the evening, opened the segment by questioning why […]

A controversial bill regulating hemp-derived products in Alabama is now in the hands of Governor Kay Ivey. House Bill 445, passed by the Legislature in early May, has drawn significant attention from small business owners, patients, and advocates, as well as support from law enforcement and legislators who say stronger regulations are needed. Ivey may […]

Pharmacists and pharmacy leaders in Alabama say it’s too early to know whether a new executive order signed by President Donald Trump will ultimately lower out-of-pocket drug costs for patients. The order, issued May 12, gives drug manufacturers 30 days to reduce prices for American consumers, using international rates as a benchmark. The executive action, […]

Seven months after suffering a serious neck injury during a T.R. Miller High School football game, Ken Lett Jr. continues to recover—and his community is making sure he doesn’t do it alone. The Brewton athlete was injured during a game in September 2024, requiring surgery for a broken neck. His coach, Brent Hubbert, later shared […]

Maxwell Air Force Base has officially announced the relocation of the U.S. Air Force Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) headquarters to Chennault Circle, the central educational hub of the base. Previously located at Maxwell’s Gunter Annex, the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education is now housed in Building 1400 on the main Maxwell campus. […]

Governor Kay Ivey has signed HB386, continuing efforts to reduce Alabama’s tax burden on groceries. The announcement came Friday during a stop on her Rebuild Alabama Road Tour in Limestone County, where the governor told reporters she planned to sign the bill upon returning to the state capital. Later that day, Governor Ivey fulfilled that […]

A Pike Road small business owner’s Teacher Appreciation Week plans were disrupted this week after concerns were raised about a potential conflict with local election rules. Jessica Missildine Spurlin, who operates a local interior design business, shared in a public Facebook post that she had organized a “flower bouquet bar” as a gift to educators […]

As communities across the country pause to observe National Police Week, Alabama is recognizing the dedication and sacrifice of law enforcement officers with events and tributes taking place throughout the state. From statewide luncheons to national memorials, the week serves as a time to reflect on the service of those who work to protect public […]

A bold new vision is emerging for Northport as developers propose a $350 million mixed-use resort. The project aims to transform a 77-acre site near the Tuscaloosa National Airport into a regional destination for residents and visitors alike.

A panel of federal judges has permanently barred Alabama from using its 2023 congressional redistricting plan, ruling that the map unlawfully diluted the voting power of Black residents and failed to comply with prior court orders.

A University of Alabama doctoral student has agreed to voluntarily return to Iran after being held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention for more than six weeks, following a disputed visa revocation.

As the Class of 2025 prepares to celebrate graduation, a new report from the Mortgage Research Center warns that Alabama’s newest degree holders could be waiting until June 2032 to buy their first home, largely due to student loan debt and modest starting salaries. The state-by-state analysis, released Thursday, examines how long it would take […]