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If you’re looking for Las Floriditas in downtown Mobile, you might not find it right away. The first thing you’ll notice is the giant Moon Pie on top of the […]

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day across Alabama

Martin Luther King Jr. Day offers an annual opportunity to engage thoughtfully with the ideas that shaped the Civil Rights Movement and continue to inform conversations about justice, equity, and […]

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West Indies Salad: the story behind the Gulf Coast staple

While I have plenty of family from The Gulf Coast who I’ve enjoyed a basket of crab claws with, I’m hesitant to admit that I never tried West Indies Salad […]

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How Emma Gilbert is painting a more colorful Alabama

“There’s so much to do!” Emma Gilbert responds when I ask how the new year is going for her–and that, she believes, is a good problem to have. Gilbert has […]

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Experience winged wildlife at the 2026 Festival of the Cranes

Each January, thousands of cranes return to Alabama’s winter wetlands, and the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge in Decatur becomes the perfect place to witness them. From January 9–11, 2026, the […]

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Chris Rainosek

Inside The Noble South: Mobile’s Michelin Moment

When The Noble South opened its doors in downtown Mobile in May of 2014, chef Chris Rainosek wasn’t chasing awards or accolades. He was chasing relationships with trusted farmers, quality […]

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Acclaimed Alabama designer Heidi Elnora launches fun and fearless new brand

Alabama-based designer Heidi Elnora is no stranger to excitement. Her awe-inspiring background paints a clear picture of her passion and enthusiasm for life. Her story began at Savannah College of […]

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The rebirth of Pat Dye’s Crooked Oaks in Notasulga, Alabama, is underway

The first time N.L. Hart drove through the gate at Crooked Oaks, past stands of Japanese maples, a tranquil pond and a wide-open, big-sky horse pasture, her mind raced with ideas […]

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A local’s guide to the ultimate Birmingham pastry crawl

It’s a chilly and overcast morning in the Magic City, and I’m on a mission to find the best pastry in Birmingham. I will be the first to admit that […]

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An inside look at Dothan’s 10th annual Mardi Gras parade

The city of Dothan witnessed a vibrant celebration on Saturday, March 1, as the Krewe of Kolosse (KOK) hosted its landmark 10th annual Mardi Gras Parade. This highly anticipated event, […]

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