Faith and Culture — Page 9

Edgar’s Bakery is moving ahead with a major expansion in Pelham, investing $13.1 million in a new production and distribution center.

Improving student attendance has been a major focus for Alabama this year, and an Elementary School in Florence came up with a festive solution.

The city of Cullman unveiled a record-breaking architectural landmark last month as part of the rapidly expanding Cullman Christkindlmarkt.

Alabama REALTORS: Alabama housing market predictions for 2026

Economic indicators are stabilizing, and industry experts are watching consumer trends as Alabama looks toward its 2026 housing market.

Alabama medical cannabis

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission voted Thursday to award the state’s first medical marijuana dispensary licenses.

Alabama began its annual Wreaths Across America observance this week with a solemn ceremony held inside the Alabama Capitol.

Porch Pirate

Stealing a package from someone's porch, known as "porch piracy" is now a felony in Alabama. Just in time for Christmas.

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban is the least surprising inductee in history to the College Football Hall of Fame.

Eli Lilly Huntsville Alabama

Eli Lilly and Company will invest more than $6 billion to build a major new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Huntsville, Alabama.

Hangout Music Festival was scheduled for May 2026, but Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft announced Monday that it will not be held this upcoming year.

The 2025 football season ended on top for Coosa Christian as they won the 2A state championship with Rush Propst as interim head coach.

Tuberville Islamic

The Islamic Academy of Alabama released a statement saying public outcry -- including from U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville -- was misplaced.

Charlie Hurt of the Washington Times will tour historic homes, businesses and buildings during the Wilcox Tour of Homes in 2026.

Support Alabama's blood supply! Sand Mountain Broadcasting hosts a blood drive on December 9th at WQSB Studios. Donate today.

Will Sellers details the inspiring story of the H.J. Heinz Company's turnaround from bankruptcy to global fame.

The Princess Theatre: Decatur’s crown jewel

The Princess Theatre has grown from a humble livery stable into one of North Alabama’s most treasured performing arts centers.

Jacksonville State will play for a Conference USA title on Friday night with a massive matchup in a rematch against Kennesaw State.

Anniston High School students, faculty and staff will have December 5 off for the state championship, as well as a full week of celebrations.

Perdido Beach Resort has been purchased by a group of investors with deep ties to the state — including Ms. Terry and Coach Nick Saban.

Investigators and animal experts are at a residence in Tillman’s Corner near Mobile because of reports that monkeys are living on a residential property.

Charles “Charlie” Snider Sr. of Montgomery yesterday at age 93. With him, he took stories and knowledge of a bygone era of Alabama politics.

Student veterans from Auburn University and The University of Alabama wrapped up the annual 151-mile Operation Iron Ruck, a multi-day march bringing attention to the crisis of veteran suicide.

Ann Bedsole died on December 1, 2025, at age 95. She left a footprint on the Alabama Legislature and the Republican Party.

This year’s Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive raised a record 630,624 pounds of food, providing meals for Alabamians facing food insecurity.