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Way to go Phenix City!
08/23/2026

Way to go Phenix City!

08/23/2026

Luke Bryan spent the afternoon in Fairhope before heading to Charlotte, N.C., for a Saturday concert.

🥔 A group of passionate spud-lovers in Huntsville baked, er, broke a world record while raising money for a great cause....
08/22/2026

🥔 A group of passionate spud-lovers in Huntsville baked, er, broke a world record while raising money for a great cause.

The Orion Amphitheater hosted “Potatoes with Purpose,” where LawLers Barbecue set the world record for most baked potatoes served in eight hours. They accomplished their goal by serving 5,099 free potatoes to the attendees.

The previous record was approximately 3,600 potatoes in eight hours.

They raised $20,836 for Kids to Love, a non-profit that helps foster children.

NASA announced about $10.5 million in funding for seven organizations on Aug. 19 to develop a skilled technical workforc...
08/22/2026

NASA announced about $10.5 million in funding for seven organizations on Aug. 19 to develop a skilled technical workforce for the aerospace industry.

The institutions located in California, Georgia, Minnesota, Utah, Florida, Colorado and Texas will serve as state hubs for industry employers, community colleges, high school career and technical education programs, and workforce systems.

Occupations that NASA wants to foster include welders, electricians, machinists and other skilled technical workers.

Over the next three years, the organizations will create programs that build critical skills identified by industry leaders and foster education and apprenticeship opportunities.

World Atlas recently shared its list of 10 stress-free Southern towns for a weekend retreat, and the charming city of Fa...
08/22/2026

World Atlas recently shared its list of 10 stress-free Southern towns for a weekend retreat, and the charming city of Fairhope was among the places included.

“Featuring coastal hideaways and historic spa towns, these 10 destinations offer walkable streets, natural beauty, and relaxing places to stay,” World Atlas said of the list.

Located on Mobile Bay, Fairhope is known for its natural beauty and laidback atmosphere, offering visitors plenty of places to enjoy its coastal scenery in addition to a charming downtown and walkable French Quarter filled with local shops.

An economic opportunity foundation has pledged $12 million to several historically Black college and universities, inclu...
08/22/2026

An economic opportunity foundation has pledged $12 million to several historically Black college and universities, including four in Alabama.

The Dimon Fund to Advance Economic Opportunity, from The James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation, announced the gift to the UNCF.

The gift pledges $1 million each to four Alabama institutions - Miles College, Oakwood University, Stillman College and Tuskegee University.

More money was pledged to Alabama schools than any other state.

The goal of the gifts is “to strengthen the long-term sustainability of historically Black colleges and universities,” according to a news release.

08/21/2026

Each spring, stuents are invited to immerse themselves in the history and traditions of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. Make sure you mark your calendars for this special event! Watch to learn more about the Southeastern Indian Festival.

Tuscaloosa Drug Co. will relocate its Five Points pharmacy inside a new Piggly Wiggly store scheduled to open this fall....
08/21/2026

Tuscaloosa Drug Co. will relocate its Five Points pharmacy inside a new Piggly Wiggly store scheduled to open this fall.

B&W Foods announced the move Tuesday.

The move will be a short one, as the new Piggly Wiggly is across the street from Tuscaloosa Drug’s current location.

Jay Welborn, co-owner of B&W Foods, said “strong local businesses help build strong communities.”

“Tuscaloosa Drug Co. has built a great reputation and strong relationships in Five Points, and we’re excited to welcome them into our new store,” he said. “This is exactly the kind of local partnership we want to continue building as we grow.”

08/21/2026

What's one place or experience in Alabama that's worth sweating through a t-shirt for?

Airbnb Airbnb says travelers this fall are seeking out landmark destinations for what’s called “groundhopping” - and Ala...
08/21/2026

Airbnb Airbnb says travelers this fall are seeking out landmark destinations for what’s called “groundhopping” - and Alabama has one of those destinations.

According to the booking app, nearly 70% of travelers are being drawn to landmark destinations, including Tuscaloosa and the University of Alabama.

The Capstone appeared among other destination cities such as Green Bay, Wisc.; Arlington, Texas; Los Angeles, Boston and Nashville.

Find out more about one of the most sought-after Airbnb properties in Tuscaloosa at the link in the comments.

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