Sisters Allie Corcoran and Cassie Young loved growing up on a farm in Eufaula, but once they left home and earned their degrees at Auburn University, they realized their hearts were still at the family farm. “I always knew I wanted to come home and be part of the farm, but I didn’t know where I […]

Sportscasting is a tough business for anyone, but has been traditionally even more difficult for women. That’s why the change in direction for Rachel Baribeau won’t make sense … until you hear her explain it. “I am always evolving – as a woman, as a queen, as a daughter and a friend and as a […]

Just about everybody likes dogs. Even virtual dogs. At UAB Hospital, dogs from Hand in Paw are used as therapy for patients and health care workers alike. So what happens when the novel coronavirus pandemic shuts down in-person visitation from Hand in Paw’s volunteer humans and dogs? You take the show on the road virtually, via telemedicine. […]

Brock Murphy was enjoying spring break on the Gulf Coast with friends, briefly leaving behind the worries of starting a new business. Burn Nutrition opened its doors Feb. 1, and the owner/operator of Auburn’s latest health café needed some time to unwind. Then COVID-19 changed everything. “It was tough,” recalled Murphy, a junior in the Department of Supply […]

Lynn Morris of Talladega was especially motivated to be among the first customers at the Presbyterian Home for Children’s inaugural three-day summer sale today. She and her husband, Terry, have served as foster parents for children taken in by the Home’s program for homeless children and know firsthand the value of the ministry. “It’s concern about […]

From the ever-expanding Red Rock Trail System to protecting the habitat of the endangered vermilion darter on Turkey Creek, the Freshwater Land Trust both cares and caretakes. “We own and manage 7,000 acres of Alabama land,” Executive Director Rusha Smith said. “We visit that land on a regular basis to ensure nothing negative is affecting the water species, the flora, fauna […]

While live performances and instruction on the University of Alabama campus are paused because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the UA Department of Theatre and Dance is releasing weekly performances and lessons through two new video series. “In an effort to remain connected to our audiences, the chair and associate chairs of the department began brainstorming ways we could stay […]

The Book Rack, an Anniston institution that was set to close after almost 45 years, opened a new chapter July 1 as “Jo’s Book Rack.” Patricia Hancock bought the store five years ago as part of a lifelong dream she finally fulfilled in retirement. Now that Hancock is retiring again, she is “jumping for joy” […]

Across the country, people enjoy lighting fireworks to celebrate our nation’s birthday each Fourth of July. While gathering in large groups to watch fireworks shows may not occur this summer due to the COVID-19 pandemic, families and socially distant groups can still safely enjoy the holiday. Follow these tips to stay safe while using fireworks:

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is asking the University of North Alabama (UNA) to send their live mascot, Leo III, to a sanctuary.

The central Alabama city of Wetumpka has been selected to receive a renovation courtesy of the HGTV program “Home Town Takeover.” The program will be hosted by Ben and Erin Napier, who have previously hosted several seasons of the show “Home Town” in which they renovate a single house. The Napier’s new project in Alabama […]

Alexander Shunnarah Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C. recently participated in a national challenge to feed frontline heroes across the United States.

Taco Casa of Tuscaloosa on Monday shared a video showing the moment one of its employees found out that an anonymous customer bought him a car.

Alabama’s Lake Guntersville was ranked No. 2 in Bassmaster Magazine's "Best Bass Lakes of the Decade" list released on Tuesday.

Bonnie George is a hero in her workplace, in her community and across borders. George, a customer service representative (CSR) in Alabama Power’s Pell City Office, has worked for the company for 15 years. “We help our customers, the people that live in the community,” George said. “I like talking to people. I like knowing that […]

During times of unimaginable uncertainty in the restaurant industry, Full Moon Bar-B-Que continues to cook. Low and slow, of course. But steady, too. Even during a pandemic, it seems, people still want their ‘que. In the 23 years since the Maluff brothers — David and Joe — purchased Full Moon Bar-B-Que from Pat James, they have grown […]

University of Alabama Football released a video featuring several players and head coach Nick Saban voicing their support for racial equality and justice.

Citizens from around the Gardendale area turned out Monday morning for a parade to honor local World War II veteran Walter Jones, who is turning 104 years old. The event was highlighted by U.S. Representative Gary Palmer (R-Homewood) and the Veterans Administration Hospital in Birmingham. “Happy 104th birthday to Mr. Walter Jones of Gardendale! Mr. […]

As part of its longstanding commitment to Alabama communities, the Alabama Power Foundation is accepting applications for the 2020 Good Roots and Gateway grant programs. “Good Roots and Gateway grants represent an investment in the communities we serve,” said Myla Calhoun, president of the Alabama Power Foundation. “These programs not only contribute to the economic and cultural […]

An Alabama teacher who inspires her students to succeed will receive $10,000 from the National University System as part of its Sanford Teacher Award program. On June 17, teachers across the country joined a surprise Zoom meeting in which Michael Cunningham, the system chancellor, announced they had been chosen as state finalists for the award.

It was a simple conversation – well, as simple as a conversation can be between a black person and a white person about the subject of the Black Lives Matter movement. Kaitlin Allen Walden, an African American, had the conversation with an older, white female co-worker and friend. It was open, honest and frank, like […]

The U-pick opportunities in Alabama abound — strawberries, blueberries, sunflowers, muscadines, tomatoes, pumpkins and even Christmas trees. Now add fragrant lavender to that fun list. Lavender Wynde Farm in Harvest, located in the rolling foothills north of Huntsville, is inviting the public to the farm to pick their own lavender Friday and Saturday, June 12 and […]

The City of Birmingham has unveiled a massive "Black Lives Matter" street mural just in time for Juneteenth on Friday.

The OWA amusement park in Foley and the Alabama charity Magic Moments have again partnered for their second annual “Beyond the Moment” event that will take place Friday, June 19. Magic Moments is a charity that grants kids in Alabama ages four through 18 who have been diagnosed with chronic life-threatening illnesses a special experience […]