I talked with her lately and she told me, good-naturedly, about her “divided” family. “I’m Episcopalian, and I married a Pentecostal,” she said. There’s nothing wrong with this. I’ve known several “divided” families who made it work. I think the main thing to consider is the children, whether they’re in dad’s church or mom’s church. […]

Tailgating is as beloved as barbecue in the South, which is why the two make perfect companions any time fans throughout the Yellowhammer State warm-up for college football home games. But while many tailgaters set up their own smokers, grills, and griddles to cook the ritual pregame meal (or two), some fans are content to […]

Alabama businessman and philanthropist Jimmy Rane is being formally welcomed to the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, the entity tasked with planning commemorations and celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Rane was appointed by U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) earlier this month. Rane, Chairman and CEO of Great Southern […]

As part of the 2024 NICU Bookworms Day, Senator Katie Britt visited Children's of Alabama on Monday to read to premature and sick newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit.

Rep. Gary Palmer introduced companion legislation to the Senate's Lulu's Law late last week. The bill, originally brought forward in July by Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), was drafted after a young Alabama girl, Lulu Gribbin, became the victim of a shark attack while vacationing in Florida.

Senator Katie Britt stopped by one of her favorite local restaurants in Tuscaloosa over the weekend to celebrate its 50th year in operation. The Alabama alum posted about her visit on social media.

Country music fans from across the nation and even some foreign countries will gather in Montgomery on September 14 to pay tribute to the 101st birthday of singer and songwriter Hank Williams with a graveside memorial service and a gala concert at the Davis Theater. It is an annual pilgrimage that many fans make year […]

SpringHouse, a beloved and well-established restaurant at Russell Crossroads on Lake Martin, was forced to close nine months ago after a fire on December 23rd spread from the building's chimney to its attic.

John Michael Pierce was a Vestavia native who loved everything about life. John Michael was diagnosed with esophageal cancer at the age of 24, however, he used his illness to bring people together and continues to do so even in his passing. John Michael attended the University of Alabama and was a member of Sigma […]

Per a recent study conducted by the nonprofit organization SmileHub, the Yellowhammer State is the most religious in America. SmileHub ranked Alabama first for religious interest and places of worship

Guest and residents of Lake Martin got a surprise chance last week to see something that most Americans outside of the U.S. military don't get to witness. Videos and photos from multiple observers show a Black Hawk helicopter hovering over the body of water for a short time.

Alabaster, Alabama was named the 34th best places for families to live in the United States by Fortune Magazine in its list ranking the top 50. Alabaster was the only city in Alabama to make the list. “A growing southern suburb of Birmingham, Alabaster is popular for its affordability, safety, good school system, and the […]

Orange Beach, Alabama will be getting its very own Margaritaville Resort, but don't expect it to open anytime soon as its projected completion date is set for Spring of 2029.

Alabama’s iconic meteorologist, James Spann, has seen some wacky stuff in his 40+ years covering the weather in the state of Alabama. From huge storms to weather disasters, to plenty of sunny days and extreme heat, Spann has seen it all in the weather world. What he may not have seen before, however, was what […]

After three decades of steering economic growth efforts in one of Alabama’s most picturesque counties, Jimmy Durham is stepping down from his position at the DeKalb County Economic Development Authority, triggering a search for a candidate to fill what many consider a dream job opportunity. Durham’s memorable career saw Fort Payne and DeKalb County recover […]

Alabama Power line workers and contractors returned home Friday after spending more than a week helping Texas utility CenterPoint Energy restore power following Hurricane Beryl. The storm left more than 2 million customers without power during a heat advisory that saw temperatures reach the upper 90s and the heat index reach triple digits for much of the […]

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams recently announced its summer collection of flavors including Snow Cone Sorbet and Burnt Orange Dreamsicle. Available in pints at Jeni’s scoop shop in Birmingham and online, they are billed as a “delicious take on the classic Americana summer.” Beloved by adults and children alike, ice cream has been an all-American summertime […]

One of Alabama’s most popular local parks holds a history that few of its thousands of visitors may know about. See below from Red Mountain Park about their fascinating history as a former mining hub: While Alabama was achieving statehood, native hunters and travelers encountered a fine dust that stained all with which it came […]

As of today, Jacksonville State University has officially broken ground on its new Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts. The ceremony, marking the occasion, was attended by state officials as well as the building's namesake, country music legend Randy Owen.

As part of a national effort to help those in need, Birmingham's Church of the Highlands recently sent more than 22,000 volunteers out into their communities for Serve Day. The mega-church currently has 26 campuses scattered throughout the U.S.

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth accused the radical left of a "jihadist-style attack" on traditional Christian values in a statement posted to social media on Sunday.

Alabama is home to a surprising number of archaeological sites with deep, rich histories dating back centuries. While many of these locations have been extensively excavated and cataloged, others may go unseen for years to come. Luckily, one archaeological site less than 20 miles south of Tuscaloosa has been a definitive area of interest for […]

A four-day celebration of Birmingham’s rich history of cuisine and culture returns this fall with some of the city’s top chefs and cooks, from food icon Frank Stitt to the Greek restaurateurs who had fed the city throughout its history. Early-bird tickets go on sale July 10 for the second annual FOOD+Culture Festival, highlighting the […]

Get ready to support Alabama farmers and celebrate all things local with Sweet Grown Alabama Day, this Saturday, July 13th.  Each summer the event is hosted by Sweet Grown Alabama, a nonprofit foundation that seeks to enhance marketing opportunities for Alabama farmers by connecting retailers and consumers to Alabama-grown foods and other agricultural products. Farmers […]