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Tyler Braden has gotten busy being successful. While his star continues to ascend with recent hits like Devil You Know and More Than A Prayer, Braden’s journey to success has been more calm than chaos. The 31-year-old singer executed a plan to get in the right position to succeed. Of course, no plan for success […]

Man on Fire: Musician Tyler Braden heats up on the charts

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June 4, 2025

For Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, giving back to the community is at the heart of their mission—to strengthen the health, well-being, and quality of life for individuals and families across the state. The Caring Foundation (TCF) is the charitable giving arm of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. It is dedicated […]

The Caring Foundation: Three decades of giving back to Alabama

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June 3, 2025

Pray First. Read Genesis 32:22-32.  Have you ever watched a professional wrestling match? Those guys pummel one another; body slamming, pounding the other guy with a folding chair, throwing their rival over the ropes, out of the ring, and onto the concrete floor. But is all this actually real? Well, it’s certainly a real talented […]

Water for the Soul: Wrestling With God

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June 1, 2025

Davis Architects has been an instrumental part of 113 years of Alabama architecture, and their next chapter is another to be celebrated. The talented Courtney Pittman, AIA, has just been named president of the historic firm. For Pittman, this honor is deeply personal. She pulls from an early memory to illustrate the impact: “At my […]

Meet the first female president of Alabama’s oldest architecture firm

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May 29, 2025

The Regions Tradition Golf Tournament is more than a showcase of international golf talent–it’s a celebration of the people and businesses that make up Alabama communities. As one of the most anticipated events on the PGA TOUR Champions calendar, the tournament brings thousands of fans to the greater Birmingham area each year. And while the […]

Regions Tradition serves up local flavors for golf enthusiasts

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May 28, 2025

A time-honored tradition returns to Huntsville for the 20th year. Featuring some of the best local artists and sweet summer sounds, the Concerts in the Park series is back next week. Arts Huntsville and the Huntsville Parks and Recreation are joining for the 20th anniversary of bringing free, live music to the heart of downtown. […]

The 20th anniversary lineup of Huntsville’s Concerts in the Park has arrived

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May 27, 2025

The University Club at The University of Alabama has reopened with a fresh new look and a renewed focus on building community around the dinner table. Following extensive renovations, the University Club now welcomes diners with Southern-inspired menus and farm-to-table cuisine in an elegantly reimagined setting. Open to the general public – not just alumni […]

The University Club Debuts One-of-a-Kind Local Dining Experience

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May 25, 2025

Sydney Gray, a senior at Fairhope High School, has once again claimed national recognition for her musical talent. On May 15, the National Alliance for Musical Theatre and the National Endowment for the Arts announced Gray as the 2025 National Winner of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students. This marks her second […]

Fairhope’s Sydney Gray makes history with back-to-back national songwriting wins

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May 22, 2025

Alabama boasts an impressive number of local breweries that have gained proud patrons in cities across the state. While many of these breweries craft brews that bring crowds from across their respective communities, there is one newcomer with its sights set on statewide recognition. Alabama Beer Company hopes to offer all Alabamians a lager to […]

Meet Alabama’s newest beer rooted in community and conservation

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May 21, 2025

Located in the heart of Decatur, Alabama, the Cook Museum of Natural Science is more than a museum—it’s a place of discovery, curiosity, and inspiration. Designed to spark a passion for the natural world in visitors of all ages, the museum is especially impactful in how it engages young learners through hands-on experiences, immersive exhibits, […]

The story behind the North Alabama museum bringing nature to life

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May 13, 2025

Birmingham FOOD+Culture Festival has made its mark as one of the most popular food festivals in the region, and it is about to take on new life. In a recent announcement at Pepper Place’s Spring Bazaar, the team shared that the festival will take on a bold new name, look, and vision. Beginning this year, […]

Southbound Food Festival: A beloved Birmingham festival reimagined

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May 9, 2025

Regions Tradition The Regions Tradition is a premier PGA Tour Champions event at the Greystone Golf & Country Club May 14-18. The tournament brings together top PGA Tour Champions players and World Golf Hall of Fame members for a week of golf, celebrity appearances and community engagement. Follow along on Facebook, X or Instagram or visit the website. Logan Martin Lakefest […]

Can’t Miss Alabama: Mother’s Day ideas, Regions Tradition

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May 8, 2025

Each spring, The University of Alabama transforms into a stunning showcase of color with fresh blooms, greenery and meticulously manicured lawns. The seamless integration of natural beauty into all facets of the campus can make it easy to forget its year-round effort – but it takes an expert team to maintain every flower bed, tree […]

Bama in Bloom: Spring has sprung at The University of Alabama

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May 7, 2025

As the Alabama sun blazes through the warmer months, protecting your skin from its harsh effects is more important than ever. From sunburns to dehydration and long-term damage, high temperatures and intense UV exposure can take a serious toll. Fortunately, with expert guidance from Dr. Rachel Pflederer, MD, FAAD, FACMS, a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained […]

How to protect your skin from the Alabama heat with Dr. Pflederer

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May 6, 2025

Pray First. Read Genesis 29:15-30. Jacob left home for Paddan Aram to find a wife among his kinsmen. He left as one who deceived to get what he wanted, always working an angle. But he met God along his way to Paddan Aram, and God changed him. Jacob heard and trusted the promises of God […]

Water for the Soul: Perseverance and Praise

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May 4, 2025

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to plan a day trip, and Alabama is home to a number of incredible cities boasting the best in food, drink, culture, and entertainment. Montgomery offers everything you need to celebrate this Mother’s Day, from upscale dining to beautiful sunset views. Here is a simple guide for spending a […]

How to spend a memorable Mother’s Day in Montgomery

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May 2, 2025

Over the last several years, Pepper Place has become one of Birmingham’s top destinations for shopping and dining. While thousands frequent the Market at Pepper Place, there are many exciting events that take place year-round. On Thursday, May 8th, from 5 to 7 p.m., Pepper Place will host their Spring Bazaar. Attendees can expect an […]

Pepper Place promises a Spring Bazaar that is sure to surprise

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April 30, 2025

Since 1972, the Alabama Craft Guild has been a driving force behind preserving traditional craftsmanship across the state. It started with a vision: Lowell Vann, then Head of the Art Department at Samford University, gathered a group of artists who believed Alabama needed more than an art market—it needed a home for serious craftspeople. Together, […]

How the Alabama Craft Guild is preserving generations of tradition

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April 28, 2025

Gee’s Bend Airing of the Quilts Festival Awareness Tour The Airing of the Quilts tour will stop in Mobile to celebrate the artistry and history of the Gee’s Bend quilters. Attendees will have a rare opportunity to experience an extraordinary collection of handmade quilts, witness live quilting demonstrations and gain a deeper connection to the […]

Can’t Miss Alabama: Experience the best in quilts, art and food

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April 25, 2025

The Magic City Art Connection (MCAC), Birmingham’s long-running spring arts festival, returns for its 42nd year from April 25 to 27, 2024. Set against the striking backdrop of Sloss Furnaces, this three-day event brings together more than 150 juried fine artists from across the region and country. Visitors can expect a weekend filled with art, […]

Magic City Art Connection marks 42 years of inspiring creativity in Birmingham

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April 18, 2025

Do you know a retailer in the Yellowhammer State who has demonstrated commitment to their communities, customers, and employees? If so, the Alabama Retail Association wants you to consider nominating the business for the organization’s 2025 Alabama Retailer of the Year award. Rick Brown, president of the Alabama Retail Association, explained that nominees should have […]

Honor Alabama’s best with a 2025 Retailer of the Year nomination

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April 16, 2025