How the Magic City Classic became a Birmingham tradition

The annual rivalry between Alabama A&M and Alabama State brings alumni and fans together to honor the history, traditions, and influence of both universities.

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October 22, 2026
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Golf players

The story of golf in Alabama: historic courses, legendary players, and the RTJ Trail

From Birmingham’s early sand greens to Mobile’s historic club, Alabama’s golf tradition began taking shape at the turn of the 20th century.

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October 22, 2026
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Soul of the South

The Soul of the South Awards: an evening celebrating creativity across Alabama

The 2026 awards celebrated the people behind Alabama’s creativity, while reminding us how much there is left to discover.

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October 22, 2026
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Adios

At Adios, Día de los Muertos is a year-round celebration of life and memory

The Birmingham cocktail bar honors Mexican traditions through a permanent ofrenda, a welcoming community space, and cocktails inspired by the holiday.

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October 22, 2026
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Acre dishes

Acre reimagines its dinner menu with Gulf seafood, seasonal dishes, and a new raw bar

More than a decade after opening in Auburn, chef David Bancroft is evolving the restaurant’s dining experience with a menu that celebrates Alabama ingredients while giving guests more ways to gather around the table.

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October 22, 2026
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Alabama’s Fitness Courts offer free workouts in parks across the state

Through a partnership between Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and the National Fitness Campaign, free outdoor Fitness Courts are bringing accessible workout opportunities to communities across the state.

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October 22, 2026
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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 Art and Design, where she was given the opportunity to start developing her design dreams. Before long, her work ethic was rewarded when she landed […]

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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 for the property’s future. “I’d seen pictures, but getting into the building and looking around, I thought, ‘OK, this can be done. We can do […]

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A local’s guide to the ultimate Birmingham pastry crawl

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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 this was a self-assigned mission, but who could blame me? Birmingham boasts a wide selection of world-class bakeries, many of which deserve more recognition than […]

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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, which has grown exponentially over the past decade, brought together thousands of spectators eager to participate in the bead-catching and MoonPie tossing. Featuring an impressive […]

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