Nick Saban, a Tuscaloosa resident since 2007, has reportedly found a new destination to relax, unwind and, of course, scheme for his next big win.  According to the Palm Beach Post, Saban purchased a beachfront home on Jupiter Island, Fla., this spring for $17.5 million. Agents who sold the property used the word “stunning” to […]

Over the past several years, North Alabama has seen an incredible amount of growth. With a long and fascinating past, places like Florence and Muscle Shoals have brought an impressive degree of historical significance and depth to the North Alabama region. With a recent renaissance, its ongoing transformation bears a striking resemblance to that of […]

Sweet Grown Alabama is a beloved non-profit that works to promote Alabama farmers by connecting both consumers and retailers to foods and agricultural products produced within the state. Saturday is Sweet Grown Alabama Day, dedicated to promoting the amazing work local farmers are doing in our state. Locals are encouraged to celebrate all things locally grown […]

The hot July summer is the perfect time to get creative with cocktails. Our partners at SoulGrown have put together three patriotic cocktails for you to enjoy this summer. Land of the Free The perfect choice for those who want something light, and refreshing. Profile: light, airy Ingredients Gin Tonic Lemon Blueberries Mint Recipe Combine […]

Every year on June 14, the country comes together to honor the symbol of our history, unity and freedom – the American flag. The tradition marks the day in 1777 when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States.  The original resolution states, “Resolved, That the […]

Well-known Alabama-based designer Ashley Gilbreath recently released her debut book titled The Joy of Home. “Interior designer Ashley Gilbreath’s fresh approach to Southern decorating is guided by her respect for family and tradition with an eye on practicality and warmheartedness. Her first book reveals the breadth of her casually elegant style. Whether it’s in town, […]

Gov. Kay Ivey made it official: The Yellowhammer Cookie is Alabama’s official state cookie. In a signing ceremony, Montgomery fourth-grader and recipe creator Mary Claire Cook brought a batch of the cookies to Ivey in her office. The blend of mainstay Alabama ingredients – peanuts and pecans, two crops that have historical and agricultural significance […]

Alabama continues to climb lists as one of the most popular places to move. In a time when the cost of living soars, the Yellowhammer Sate is offering a refreshing change with low property tax rates, historic levels of employment, and ever-increasing affordability. On top of that, the 21 state parks and serene coastal and […]

Memorial Day weekend unofficially marks the start of grilling season, a summer of eating flame-kissed meat and veggies. For many, the vegetables will be grown nearby and purchased via one of the Yellowhammer State’s numerous farmers markets or local Community Supported Agriculture bundles. The meat on the grill also can be a local product. Small […]

The drives were on the green – most anyway – and the proceeds were in the pink for the 28th Drive-Out Breast Cancer Golf Tournament. The annual tournament, hosted by the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama, generated more than $125,000. The event was at Old Overton Club in Vestavia Hills and helps fund breast […]

In the American quest to find an ideal retirement haven, seniors often find themselves moving south. A finance podcast from the Wall Street Journal says, increasingly, not as far south as Florida – but Alabama. The rising cost of living and booming house prices in the Sunshine State have led many seniors to consider Alabama’s […]

Skateboarding has caught the attention of downtown Birmingham and the City of Huntsville with the public support of legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk. However, there is still a need for a significant home base in the state. While City Walk in Birmingham attracted more than 45,000 visitors in just six months, the growing interest in skateboarding […]

The advent of the Airbnb concept has redefined travel for many. Previously, travel could be experienced in a very limited number of ways—hotels, resorts, friends’ homes. Airbnb has given travelers the ability to experience trips in a way that adds a distinct layer of depth and understanding of the area. By being given the option […]

“That can’t be true,” a young girl from Cullman insists. The year is 1957 and her mother has just told her of the latest band of optimists that have come through the state en route to Blount County. The first few times she caught wind of this, she was sure she had misheard. This story, […]

In a commitment to help prevent childhood obesity, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is urging schools to apply for its Be Healthy School Grant Program. For the 2023-2024 school year, Blue Cross will make available $300,000 and award grants up to $10,000 to 30 schools across the state that enroll students in grades […]

Lying on a luxury queen-sized bed within a tent, one thought comes to my mind: ‘Can I get those cicadas to sing a show tune?’ Such thoughts also brought interior laughter at my odd request for nature’s top 40 singers. It made me realize I had left behind deadlines, bills, and problems as I listened […]

There’s no doubt the Yellowhammer State has the spirit when it comes to high school sports. Now, schools, athletes and even staff can compete for Varsity Brands’ School Spirit Awards. Every year, Varsity Brands recognizes schools and organizations that positively impact pride and community spirit in America’s high schools. “The employees of Varsity Brands are […]

Prioritizing land stewardship with some 4,000 acres of pasture for beef cattle and 1,500 acres of row crops, Haynes Farm of Cullman County was named Alabama’s 2023 Farm of Distinction. The Darrel and Lydia Haynes were honored at last week’s annual Farm-City Awards Luncheon and Program in Birmingham. They will represent Alabama during the Sunbelt […]

They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and when it comes to breakfast, that certainly seems to be the case. Morning meals in the Lone Star State are all about supersized cinnamon rolls, hearty Southern classics like biscuits and gravy, and above all, the breakfast taco. The concept is simple, but delicious—and thanks to Ladybird Taco, […]

Art and cocktails intertwine at The House of Found Objects, the latest creation from the bard of Birmingham bars, Feizal Valli (The Collins Bar, The Atomic Lounge). And the customers themselves are part of the performance. As you’re led through the bar to be seated, you might pass by the “Elvis Table,” where patrons have […]

Barbecue is so integral to the diet of average Alabamians it might as well be considered its own food group. Several festivals scheduled through May pay tribute to our favorite smoked meats, cooked low and slow. Some of the events double as competitions—for bragging rights as well as cash. Others serve their ’cue with a […]

It’s no secret: Birmingham takes food very seriously. Fancy or simple, it must be great to pass muster in the Magic City. Several food festivals this spring reflect the metro area’s longstanding cultural and religious diversity. Two events in April are held by a local Maronite Catholic congregation that dates back more than a century, […]

When it comes to farm-to-table dining, there’s no better place to experience it than Hope Farm in Fairhope. At Hope Farm, much of the food served on your dinner plate was grown right outside the doors of the restaurant. And now, with Hope’s newest endeavor, The Barn, a breakfast and lunch bistro and event space, […]

Every year thousands of visitors from all over the world come to Leeds to visit Barber Motorsports Park and Museum. Over the past two decades (the park turned 20 in January), the attraction has drawn more than 3 million visitors to the state. If you’ve never been to this gem (it’s only a 20-minute drive […]