The Buckmasters Expo is making its return to the Montgomery Convention Center August 15-17 for its 30th year. Presented by Mountain Dew, this event is always one of the most highly anticipated outdoor shows in the Southeast, giving families a full weekend of fun by showcasing the very best in hunting gear, outdoor entertainment, and […]

Grammy-winning recording artist Armando Pérez — better known by his stage name Pitbull — is coming to Tuscaloosa this summer for a concert at Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater. According to an announcement from the venue, the performance will be part of Pitbull’s Party After Dark Tour and is set for August 28. RELATED: Steve Miller Band coming […]

 Alabama has a new four-legged resident at the Governor’s Mansion. Governor Kay Ivey on Monday introduced Huntley, a three-year-old female Yellow Labrador, as the new First Dog of Alabama. RELATED: ‘Nothing quite like the love from pets’: Governor Ivey mourns passing of Alabama’s first dog “Huntley is amazing, and I am excited to introduce her […]

SoulGrown Alabama, part of the YHN Media Group, has unveiled AFIELD, presented by Gusto Hunting Preserve, a new podcast that ventures beyond the walls of a traditional studio and into the rich landscapes of Alabama’s outdoors. Hosted by award-winning Southern writer Christiana Roussel, the show spotlights voices who live, create, and conserve across the region’s […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has named Sergeant Curt Griffith of Florence, Alabama, as the June “Veteran of the Month” in recognition of his service in the U.S. Marine Corps and continued leadership in his local community. In a video released by the senator’s office, Tuberville praised Griffith’s dedication, resilience, and commitment to helping others, especially […]

As summer unfolds, there’s no better time to explore the natural wonders, historic towns, and scenic getaways across Alabama. In a recent Southern Living article, native Alabamian Tara Massouleh McCay highlighted 20 of the state’s most beautiful destinations—each worth a road trip this season. From cascading waterfalls to charming coastal towns, here’s a look at […]

The state of Alabama has some of the most passionate sports fans in the entire country, and fans of the Alabama Crimson Tide have always been able to show off their school spirit with a license plate that contains the iconic ‘Script A’ logo. Now, according to an announcement from the school, fans will be […]

Almost one year after surviving a shark attack that resulted in the loss of her left hand and right leg, 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin is thriving—and swinging a golf club with impressive skill. In a video shared by longtime journalist Rick Karle on Facebook, Lulu appeared alongside her sister and golf instructor MK Horton at the […]

Montgomery residents now have a delicious new breakfast option right in their backyard. Experience Montgomery shared in a Facebook post that the brand new location of Hero Doughnuts is now officially open in Alabama's capital.

If you build it, turns out, people will come.It happened in Opp when local resident Merrill Culverhouse decided his hometown needed a nice place to eat. So, he teamed up with chef Jon Gibson (a friend since childhood) and together, they built Wheelhouse.

As the Class of 2025 prepares to celebrate graduation, a new report from the Mortgage Research Center warns that Alabama’s newest degree holders could be waiting until June 2032 to buy their first home, largely due to student loan debt and modest starting salaries. The state-by-state analysis, released Thursday, examines how long it would take […]

It’s no mistake that our state is known as Alabama the Beautiful. Over the years, the area’s natural beauty has become more appreciated and widely recognized, and for locals, the interest in protecting it continues to grow.

Coach Nick Saban -- who first became involved with Mercedes-Benz by heading up a Birmingham dealership in 2014 -- has obviously made massive amounts of money in the coaching profession.

With awareness of the link between alcohol and adverse health effects becoming more widespread, the world of mocktails is expanding rapidly. What began as a way to make a simple swap for those uninterested in drinking has become a movement all its own

Only one of the three Alabama culinary professionals nominated as semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Foundation Awards is advancing to the finals. José Medina Camacho, founder and beverage director of Adiõs cocktail bar and Salud taqueria in Birmingham, is a finalist in the all-new category of Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service in the revered culinary honors.

With the expected increase in the cost of purchasing new cars and the potential rise in the value of used cars, protecting your car's exterior appearance is more important than ever.

The hectic work day is winding down, and the last task on your list has been checked off. There’s a beautiful sunset out of your window, and you’ve just sat down in your favorite chair with a beverage and a brand-new book and the one you’ve been dying to read.

If the travel bug has bitten you, but you only have a weekend to spare, don’t fret–there is an abundance of quick getaways for every type of traveler in our state. Whether you prefer the coziness of a small town, the fresh air of the outdoors, or a rooftop surrounded by city lights, these Alabama destinations offer the perfect 48-hour escape.

Former UAB Blazers legendary head football coach Bill Clark is taking the next step in his gridiron journey and has been named the President of the CoachSafely foundation, a national leader in youth sports injury prevention. Clark has always been a strong advocate for athlete safety and helping to find ways to prevent injury and […]

Forget chasing down criminals—on Monday morning, Officer Josh Page of the Gadsden Police Department was hot on the trail of a different kind of suspect: a loose pig. And no, this isn’t code for anything—there was an actual potbellied pig trotting around town.

Orange Beach is hitting the brakes on major new housing developments—at least for the next nine months. In an effort to get ahead of rapid growth, the city council has approved a moratorium on certain residential projects to allow time for a deep dive into how the city’s infrastructure can keep up.

The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board recently voted unanimously to approve the state Marine Resources Division’s (MRD) proposal to expand the state’s 2025 red snapper season.   The changes should be great news for those who love to fish for Alabama’s signature saltwater species. State and federal waters will open to private and state-licensed charter vessel anglers for red […]

As a psychologist in private practice who retired from the Alabama Department of Mental Health, Beverly Bell-Shambley knows the impact that the environment can have on mental health.

A big bundle of joy arrived at Grandview Medical Center on March 4, 2025, when Pamela Mann of Calera, Alabama, gave birth to her daughter, Paris Halo. But this was no ordinary delivery—Paris tipped the scales at an astonishing 13 pounds, 4 ounces, measuring 22 inches long. Rick Karle’s Good News Facebook page shared the exciting news.