As Chairman of the Board for the Alabama Trucking Association, I ask all Alabamians to join me in recognizing the incredible contributions of our industry’s most valuable players: Professional truck drivers. This week, as America’s trucking industry observes National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 15-21, 2024), it is important to highlight the vital role these […]

Few people in the South would offer a questioning look when asked if they knew of local music legend Hank Williams. Impressively, his music and legacy have lasted throughout the ages and are still known to younger generations of Southerners today. But, where did it all begin and how is he connected to Lake Martin? […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide and New England Patriots linebacker Wesley Britt joins host CJ Duncan for an episode filled with reflections on coaching transitions, legendary football programs, and growing up in a family environment that makes athletic success possible. Tune in for another great episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast! Also available on Spotify 🎙️🔊

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Lake Martin Life — your new go-to destination for everything happening around the beautiful Lake Martin community. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, our platform is designed to keep you connected and informed about all things Lake Martin.  Lake Martin Life is working to be […]

Back in June, the news of a Mountain Brook teenager losing her an arm and a leg in a shark attack in Florida sent shockwaves throughout the state and nation. Lulu Gribbin and her family have been documenting Lulu’s recovery and videos of well wishes from Alabama icons ever since — and it appears that […]

When you think of Alabama’s culinary staples, Conecuh sausage likely tops the list for many. Beloved for its bold, smoky flavor, this iconic Southern brand has been a breakfast and barbecue favorite for generations. Now, Conecuh is expanding its signature taste with the launch of their very own coffee blend. At the company’s headquarters in […]

The Auburn Tigers had a rough go of it on Saturday afternoon in the loss to California, but perhaps nobody had as tough of a day as Tiger quarterback Payton Thorne. Thorne had one of his worst performances in an Auburn uniform, throwing for four interceptions and nearly a 5th along with loss than 200 […]

Troy University proudly invites the public to the U.S. premiere of the documentary “Beyond A War,” a special event showcasing the transformative power of reconciliation and honoring the legacy of our nation’s military veterans. The premiere will take place on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 3 p.m. at the Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts […]

Auburn University, in the “Loveliest Village on the Plains,” is also home to the happiest students in the nation, according to The Princeton Review’s 2025 rankings released recently. Auburn ranked No. 1 nationally in the “happiest students” category as part of The Princeton Review’s annual “Best 390 Colleges” rankings list. Criteria for the rankings was based on […]

The University of Alabama athletic department along with the UA Police Department are hosting the Tuscaloosa 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Coleman Coliseum on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The event is public for the first time since the annual event began being held in 2018. “The Memorial Stair Climb honors the FDNY, NYPD, Port Authority Police […]

Strike up the oompah band and break out the lederhosen. It’s time to tap into the world’s best beer party, Oktoberfest. Originating in Munich, the two-week celebration has become one of Germany’s greatest exports, celebrated worldwide in festivals filled with beer and sausages. The funny thing is, very little of Oktoberfest is observed in the […]

Bham Foodie Fest Get ready for a culinary experience like no other as the inaugural Bham Foodie Fest takes over historic Sloss Furnaces Saturday, Sept. 7, from noon to 6 p.m. The festival will showcase an artisan market, libations, live DJ, roller skating and yard games. In addition to food, drinks and entertainment, the festival […]

Laughter, cheer and the sweet smell of fresh fruit floated through the Alabama Farmers Federation home office Sept. 5 during the organization’s annual Heritage Cooking Contest. The contest featured 25 non congealed fruit salad recipes from competitors across the state. Tuscaloosa County’s Cindy Landers scored first place with Strawberry Crack Salad, a dish she’s only […]

The Alabama League of Municipalities has launched a new initiative aimed at promoting quality-of-life issues and civic engagement on a local level. Live Locally Alabama will also help to instill community pride and highlight the crucial role municipal government plays in the daily lives of citizens. 

Thirteen individuals with ties to Mountain Gateway, a Texas-based Christian missionary organization, were arrested and imprisoned in December of 2023 by the Nicaraguan government.

Huntsville’s economy – and, therefore, much of North Alabama – has long been tied to federal government institutions, especially major facilities of the US Army, NASA, and most recently the FBI. Those are wonderful assets for the region that should always be highly prized, but North Alabama must also pursue other avenues for job growth, […]

Every breast cancer survivor has his or her own unique story—from the complexities of diagnosis and treatment to the mental and physical toll that the journey takes. However, there is one uniting factor—the survivors’ journey deserves to be celebrated, and their story deserves to be told.  One such survivor is Kate Lloyd, Vice President of […]

As we prepare for Labor Day this coming Monday, it reminds me how labor union laden Alabama was during the immediate post World War II era in our state’s industrial development. Alabama experienced the wrenching throes of the Great Depression like the rest of the nation. There were tragic stories of devastation that paralleled those […]

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) and its team members have donated more than $8,000 worth of school supplies and uniforms to students in the Selma City School System. The uniforms and supplies will help students be dressed for success and ready to learn throughout the upcoming school year. During July and August, HMMA team members purchased […]

The Women’s Foundation of Alabama will host its signature event, Unleashed, on September 26 at Red Mountain Theatre, featuring Barbara Pierce Bush as the keynote speaker. The daughter of the 43rd President and granddaughter of the 41st President of the United States, Bush advocates for global health equity and social responsibility. Bush, who currently serves […]

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter recently joined Fred Hunter, one of the state's most appreciated storytellers, in a detailed podcast discussion on the Rainsville native's humble rural beginnings and early years in politics.

A brand new Chick-fil-A has officially opened in Auburn as of Tuesday.The popular fast food chain said that the restaurant will be open for drive-thru, carry-out, and Mobile Thru

Tuscaloosa’s Metro Animal Shelter is re-opening after announcing roughly two months ago that it would have to close temporarily due to a canine distemper outbreak in the city. “After a challenging period, we are pleased to report that all remaining dogs have tested negative for distemper. Throughout this process, a total of 358 tests were […]

The community of Selma is grieving the loss of Morgan Academy student-athlete Caden Tellier, a 16-year-old high school football player, who passed away on Saturday after suffering a brain injury during a game. Tellier, the quarterback for Morgan Academy, sustained the injury during the third quarter of Friday night’s home game against Southern Academy. He […]