College football has seen some extremely special athletes over the years. Boise State Broncos running back and Heisman trophy hopeful Ashton Jeanty is right up there stacked up with any of them. Jeanty does not get the same shine that quarterbacks at big time programs like Jalen Milroe and Cam Ward get, or two-way superstars […]

Congressman Robert Aderholt is calling for high school and college marching bands from Alabama to represent the state in the upcoming 2025 presidential inaugural parade. The parade, according to Aderholt, is fast approaching.

BIRMINGHAM, ALA – The highly anticipated 19th Annual Barber Vintage Festival presented by BMW Motorrad is set to kick off tomorrow, from October 11 - 13, 2024, at the renowned Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.

The battleship USS Alabama welcomed an original crewmember from 1944 who celebrated his 99th birthday. “When I saw it, I felt moisture in my eyes,” said Bernard “Ben” Teevan, who loaded five-inch shells on the battleship during World War II. “I was coming home.” He toured the battleship and strolled on its newly renovated deck […]

Soul of the South, a celebration hosted annually by SoulGrown Alabama, was held last week at the stunning Barber Motorsports in Birmingham. The event recognized some of Alabama’s most talented creators, innovators, and leaders. It also gathered an inspiring crowd of notable guests to honor the contributions of those shaping the state’s cultural and creative […]

While Hurricane Milton grows closer to making landfall in Florida, thousands of the state's residents are fleeing areas projected to be devastated by the storm. Since the beginning of this week, the mass evacuation has caused miles-long traffic congestion slowing the process considerably for many.

Considering it’s the Year of Alabama Food, the third annual Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival (WEWA) is amping up its flavor game as it again celebrates the beauty of wildlife and one of the South’s most historic pastimes—field sports—through the arts. What began as an idea between the Smoot Harris family, which has deep roots in […]

The Atmore Police Department announced the addition of K-9 officers, Bama and Bantu, to its law enforcement team. According to the department, these two four-legged officers will play a vital role in the department’s efforts to enhance public safety in the community. In May, the Atmore Police Department began the process of starting a K-9 […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall launched a new digital billboard campaign in Birmingham to galvanize support for Israel – in direct contrast to a nearby “Stand with Palestine” billboard adjacent to his. Marshall launched a “Stand with Israel” message on October 7, the one-year anniversary of Hamas beginning their brutal assault on Israel, which continues […]

As Christians, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in history. Recent studies show a startling revelation—only 51% of Christians in America are planning to vote in the upcoming election. This is startling to me considering the importance of this election and the responsibility of believers to engage in participate in civic engagement. The implications […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville released a video honoring U.S. Navy Lieutenant John Vick of Andalusia as the October “Veteran of the Month.” Vick is the founder of the Covington Veterans Foundation, which pays tribute to veterans in Covington County. “When you ask John Vick of Andalusia where his desire to serve in the military began, […]

Over the past year, numerous Alabama communities have had the chance to delve into the rich history of the Poarch Creek Indians through community screenings of The Forgotten Creeks, an Emmy Award-winning documentary. The film has resonated with both adults and school-aged children, offering a poignant look at the Tribe’s perseverance and the efforts that […]

We believe that Alabama is the Soul of the South. Found within our state lines are gifted human beings who cultivate their craft from home, creating the best of our nation’s culture. These are people who love our land, grow our food, create our art, curate our spaces, take care of our people, feed us […]

A Montgomery man is preparing to break his own record for the most free throws made in a 24-hour period. His record currently stands at an impressive 20,500 shots. Matt Bostic, president of The Life House in Alabama, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the high rates of re-incarceration among those in the criminal justice […]

Renowned Birmingham photographer David Graves is set to release his highly anticipated coffee table book, “Alabama Faith,” this October. It’s available for pre-order now on Amazon. This exquisite collection showcases the stunning stained glass windows from 75 churches across Alabama, offering a visual journey through the state’s rich history, faith, and artistry. “Alabama Faith” features […]

Regions has announced that it will be offering disaster-recovery financial services for residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene. The bank also said that its nonprofit, the Regions Foundation, has committed $150,000 in initial grant funding for organizations helping with disaster relief.

Governor Kay Ivey has mobilized the Alabama National Guard to support relief efforts in North Carolina, where communities are grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding and landslides. The powerful storm has left thousands displaced and without power and a death toll that continues to climb in North Carolina and across the Southeast. Ivey announced […]

Alabama football and a Yellowhammer cocktail is a beloved combination by many fans who have ever spent a game day in Tuscaloosa. With College GameDay in town for the biggest game of the year, the owner of Gallettes, Jeff Sirkin, along with two of his bartenders and actor/comedian Druski, were featured on a segment of […]

As Hurricane Helene bears down on much of the Gulf Coast, thousands of linemen from Alabama have traveled en masse to the state of Florida ahead of expected large-scale power outages to offer their services.

Many Alabama towns boast at least one dedicated burger joint, and plenty of other restaurants — even those devoted to other culinary categories like barbecue — feature a hamburger on their menus. Every day, thousands of Alabamians file into these eateries and fill their bellies with burgers, evidence of the state’s affection for the staple […]

Abbeville’s Jimmy Rane has been heralded as the richest man in Alabama.  Indeed, his wealth status has been documented in the Business Bible Forbes Magazine. He is a legitimate billionaire. Forbes estimates his net worth at $1.2 billion. Jimmy is the only billionaire I have ever met. However, you would never know he was a […]

Guin Service, LLC is an Alabama company centered around being a family – and getting things done right the first time. Joseph Braswell, owner of Guin Service, walked Yellowhammer News through his family’s history and how Guin first started. It all began when Braswell’s great grandfather returned from World War II. Looking for work, he […]

Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day in Alabama, set to take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The day marked been held annually on every 4th Saturday of September since 1972 to celebrate the impact that hunting, fishing and shooting sports have in the United States with regards to […]

A documentary chronicling the political career of the late Alabama Governor George Wallace has been released by Montgomery's WSFA 12. The program, 'George Wallace-Politics, Segregation, and Redemption' provides