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The case for the tie: why one Birmingham entrepreneur wants you to dress for other people

As dress codes disappear, one Alabama tie maker argues that what we wear still says something about how much we value the people around us.

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Athens native Brittany Howard takes the Oscars stage in ‘Sinners’ musical tribute

When the Academy Awards turned its spotlight to the music of Sinners, Alabama had a presence onstage. During the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, Brittany Howard—best known as the powerhouse vocalist […]

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Meet Equip, the Alabama nonprofit creating opportunity for adults with disabilities

Just off bustling Valleydale Road in Hoover sits Equip, a nonprofit that serves as a community, school, and workplace for adults living with disabilities.

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SoulGrown Roundup: this week across Alabama

Longer days and warmer weather can only mean one thing: Alabama’s spring event season is in full swing.

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Enterprise St. Patrick's Day

This Alabama town celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a one-person parade

The leprechauns have spoken, and the shamrocks have been counted: St. Patrick’s Day in Enterprise, Alabama, is unlike any other in the state.

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Little Betty Sea Bar brings seafood and showmanship to Mountain Brook

The wait is over — Little Betty Sea Bar is now open. The newest concept from Revival Restaurant Group officially welcomed guests on March 10, 2026, in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

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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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