Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has been around the map as of late. He shared his view of the sunset presumably from his Ole Miss plane on another recruiting trip with a caption that put his faith on full display: pic.twitter.com/VwyK7h1JLL — Lane Kiffin (@Lane_Kiffin) February 2, 2024 Two mins later. No way you can […]

Black History Month events Black History Month offers multiple entertainment and educational opportunities: Shuttlesworth Through the Eyes of His Daughters, Feb. 1, 6 p.m., UAB Spencer Honors House in Birmingham. Scottsboro Boys Exhibit, Feb. 1-29, Huntsville Madison County Public Library. Alabama Symphony Orchestra: A Celebration of Black History, Feb. 2, noon, UAB’s Alys Stephens Center in Birmingham. Africatown Heritage […]

Encouraging and promoting the active engagement of church members in voting is a legitimate goal. One effective strategy to achieve this is by dedicating a designated Sunday, known as “Voter Registration Sunday,” to encourage the registration of voters. However, it is important to emphasize that endorsing specific political candidates under the church’s name can pose […]

After some of the highest-profile retirements in modern Alabama history, the state’s most recognizable meteorologist took to social media to reassure his audience that he has no plans of any kind to retire. James Spann said Rick and Bubba’s Thursday morning announcement seems to have prompted some rumors that he too was bringing his time […]

A new miniseries on AppleTV+, “Masters of the Air,” follows the Army Air Force’s 100th Bombardment Group, known as the “Bloody Hundredth”, during World War II. The “Bloody Hundredth” throughout its combat, counted airmen from Alabama among its number. The series touches on some of those young Alabamians who served during the 100th Bombardment Group’s […]

Every region seems to have its own unique take on barbecue. Whether it be Texas, Carolina, Kansas City, or some of the many other iconic stops for smokey goodness, every region has something that makes it unique. In Alabama, we have Alabama White Sauce. Tangy and mayonnaise based, Alabama White Sauce generally contains vinegar, Worcestershire […]

The school year was coming to an end and we freshmen had mastered the art of all tasks set before us. Mr. Jackson, our mentor, teacher, hero, and sometimes friend, had taught us well the arts of wood work, lawnmower repair, welding, and a thing or two about electricity. It was just another day to […]

The “Momma B” award is named after beloved Alabama philanthropist and true woman of impact, Joann Bashinsky. Each year, this esteemed award is given to a woman who represents her legacy of community care and business advancement within Alabama and beyond.  This year, we are proud to honor Eva Robertson as the recipient of this […]

Sarah Gabel Seifert, a University of Alabama graduate, hit Times Square to promote her pro-life diaper company, EveryLife.  EveryLife, a diaper and wipe company aimed at competing with companies such as Huggies and Pampers, kicked off their “Make More Babies” campaign with a billboard on Times Square quoting Elon Musk. The two-part billboard features a […]

If you’re a fan of NASA or simply enjoy the beauty of deep space, the U.S. Postal Service has a new option for your outgoing mail. The organization announced in statement this week that it is releasing a $9.85 priority mail stamp depicting the ‘Pillars of Creation’ along with a $30.45 Cosmic Cliffs Priority Mail […]

Representative Leigh Hulsey didn’t start out with aspirations to run for office, but as a leader by nature, she saw an active need in her community and decided to meet it. Her desire to see her community’s leadership advocate for those raising families became a catalyst to her winning the Alabama House of Representatives seat […]

An Alabama couple competed in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Achievement Award contest on Monday in Salt Lake City, Utah. The contest recognized the country’s top young farm families. The couple, Brady and Anna Peek, who raise row crops in Lauderdale and Limestone counties, claimed third place in the competition. “It’s an honor,” Brady said. […]

The Alabama Forestry Commission has proudly announced that its mural in downtown Montgomery, created by an Alabamian from Alexander City, has officially been added to the Alabama Mural Trail. The new mural was unveiled Thursday at a dedication ceremony and open house as part of the AFC’s Centennial Celebration. Alabama Forestry Commission’s new mural is […]

Mobile, Alabama has been the destination for one of the South’s most popular holiday celebrations for over 300 years. From King Cake and MoonPies to joining “The Big Parade”, there’s something for everyone during the Azalea City’s historic Mardi Gras celebration. Cartledge Blackwell, curator of the Mobile Carnival Museum, spoke to Southern Living Magazine about […]

The legendary voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Eli Gold, who was calling Alabama games long before Nick Saban’s arrival, has two schools of thought on Saban’s surprising retirement announcement last week. During an appearance on the Rick and Bubba University show, Gold talked about the esteemed coach and how he feels about Saban hanging […]

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians, like many other Native American Tribes, have fought hard to preserve their heritage and traditions. They have lived in and around the reservation in Poarch, Alabama for nearly 200 years, and are currently the only federally-recognized Native American Tribe in the state.  Tribal Council Member Sandy Hollinger is ensuring […]

Brewton, a small South Alabama town with a population of just over 5,000 people, is the home of Drexell & Honeybee’s — a restaurant that operates solely on donations, charging customers no price for their meals. The founders of the unique restaurant, Fred and Lisa McMillan, were featured on NBC’s “Today” show to share their […]

The Alabama Historical Commission announced a “special living history” event at the Confederate Memorial Park in Marbury on January 27 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The organization said visitors taking part in the event can experience what life was like for soldiers in the 22nd Alabama Infantry during the winter of 1862. “Winter weather […]

There is nothing like a good road trip. The thrill of hitting the highway with no destination in mind is something like a rite of passage in America. Recently I met two young ladies who took a senior road trip to Tennessee. That sounds pretty tame, and that is exactly what they wanted their parents […]

A graduate of Auburn University recently took home the top prize at the Alabama Wildlife Fine Arts Competition, part of the second-annual Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival (WEWA). Jared Knox, winner of the ‘Best in Show’ category, graduated from Auburn in 2021 with a degree in mechanical engineering and had only pursued art as a hobby […]

The University of Alabama at Birmingham announced one of its most generous donors has once again made a significant contribution to the school. Dr. Marnix E. Heersink of Dothan has already given $95 million to the university. Heersink is the namesake of UAB’s Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine, Marnix E. Heersink Institute of Biomedical […]

Tom Greene is a 55 year-old executive, husband and father. He’s the author of “Wit and Wisdom” and writes frequently on topics like happiness, family, spirituality and friendship. In 2006, actress Reese Witherspoon was awarded the Oscar for her epic role in “Walk the Line.” In her acceptance speech, she summarized her thoughts on her […]

Tomorrow, we will turn the page on the calendar and begin a new year. Funny, the year is new but I just don’t feel it. It may be a new year but my body reminds me that no matter how new the year, the equipment is still a 1960 model. Time seems to be accelerating […]

Ahead of the January 15th caucus in Iowa, former President Donald Trump visited Waterloo to warm up a crowd of supporters. He said wishing others a ‘Merry Christmas’ used to be an instinctive reaction around the holidays.  Ever since what he dubs a “War on Christmas” began, it hasn’t been so common. In 2021, Trump […]