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With summer coming to an end and the temperatures beginning to drop, Alabamians can start preparing for indoor activities. While you are spending time with family or hosting your friends, […]

Homegrown Harmonies: 3 Alabama bands to add to your fall playlist

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September 16, 2023

Oktoberfest, which originated in Munich in 1810, has become the world’s largest beer party. It even has its own signature beer style. Last year in Munich, attendees quaffed 5.6 million […]

Fall Festival Roundup Part 3: Alabama Oktoberfest Festivals

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September 14, 2023

Alabama is a colorful tapestry of cultures, woven in part by people who have moved here from other countries and made the Yellowhammer State a better place. Over the years, […]

Fall Festival Roundup Part 2: Alabama Cultural and Religious Festivals

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September 13, 2023

Clocking in at one square mile in size and a population of 665 in the 2020 census, the tiny town of Leighton, Alabama leaves a BIG footprint. City leadership, led […]

Southern Sounds and Small Town Spirit: Leighton’s Sledgefest brings something new to the festival season

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September 12, 2023

Fall is full of festivals devoted to specific foods or beverages. But some cities and counties plan parties that showcase the breadth of their local restaurants, caterers, food producers, breweries, […]

Fall Festival Roundup Part 1: Alabama City and County Festivals

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September 11, 2023

Perfectly situated between Lake Martin and Auburn is a small town with hardly over 100 residents. The entirety of the town is contained in less than three square miles. It […]

The hidden musical gem in one of Alabama’s smallest towns drawing crowds by the hundreds

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September 5, 2023

It has been the summer of national and regional recognition for Alabama. Across outlets, Alabama has been recognized for all that it has to offer across industries. From local award-winning […]

Alabama’s Breakout Summer: A successful summer full of national recognition for the Yellowhammer State

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September 3, 2023

The University of Alabama is a well-known academic powerhouse in the state of Alabama. Many of the greatest minds in the state have studied at the University and found successful […]

Empowering Futures: The University of Alabama Commits to the Cultivation of Students’ Life Skills

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September 1, 2023

The River Region’s biggest party is back and meatier than ever. The Druids Charity Club is thrilled to host the highly anticipated 6th Annual BBQ & Music Festival, “The Hog […]

Get Fired Up: The 6th Annual Hog Days of Summer BBQ & Music Fest is happening this weekend

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August 24, 2023

Whether you dressed in pink for the premiere of Barbie or you had black coffee at 6 A.M. to see Oppenheimer this summer has been one for the blockbusters. The […]

Beat the Alabama Heat: 3 unique local movie theaters to visit for this summer’s blockbusters

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August 23, 2023

Birmingham’s David Diodate is responsible for some of the city’s most enticing artistic works. An incredibly talented photographer with a unique eye, Diodate brings a new perspective to the photography […]

Birmingham’s David Diodate: Where ancient artistic methods meet modern day mediums

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August 22, 2023

Late-summer celebrations of food and drink in Alabama showcase beer, wine, barbecue, seafood, steaks, and sweet potatoes. It’s the start of a busy festival season across the state. Here are […]

7 upcoming Alabama food and wine festivals that you won’t want to miss

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August 20, 2023

Every bite from the multi-course meal at the 1856 restaurant delivers not only a gourmet pleasure for diners but also educational lessons for the Auburn University students who prepare and […]

Auburn’s 1856 – Culinary Residence: Nurturing the next generation of top culinary experts

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August 18, 2023

According to a recent press release, nonprofit Birmingham Talks will be presenting ‘Storytime’, “an inaugural annual fundraiser that celebrates the power of words and supports early literacy. About Birmingham Talks […]

Birmingham Talks: Moving literacy forward in the Magic City with exciting new opportunity

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August 18, 2023

One of the best ways to experience the charm of Alabama’s Black Belt is by embarking on the Arts & Antiques Trail. This trail takes you on a captivating journey through many distinct areas, each boasting its unique artistic treasures and antique gems. From awe-inspiring galleries to hidden antique shops, let’s delve into ten of our favorite wonders of this trail.

Top 10 stops to make along the Alabama Black Belt Arts & Antiques Trail

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August 16, 2023

The year is 1939. It’s a sweltering day in mid-August, but you’re set on making the most of it. You’ve spent your whole life in the town of Tuscaloosa. It’s […]

The Gatsby: The historic Tuscaloosa building turned must-visit destination

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August 15, 2023

Auburn University has announced that fans will be able to roll two Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner this upcoming fall. See below for the announcement that can be found on […]

Auburn University: Fans will be able to roll two Auburn oaks at Toomer’s Corner this season

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August 10, 2023

It’s a bright Saturday morning in late fall, and I wake up to a call from my sister. Checking the clock and rubbing my eyes, confusion turns to panic as […]

Club Duquette: Behind the creative vision of Birmingham’s coolest couple

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August 7, 2023

Alabama students can “adopt” a calf from a dairy in Pickens County and spend the upcoming school year learning about how cattle are raised on the small family farm, how […]

Cow to Classroom: Alabama students embrace ‘Adopt-a-Cow’ program

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July 31, 2023

Alabama has been a part of a number of innovative initiatives over the last several years. Utilizing new technology for the improvement of homes and neighborhoods is one of these […]

Connecting Communities: The tech-infused charm of Alabama’s smart neighborhoods

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July 28, 2023

Over the past several years, North Alabama has seen an incredible amount of growth. With a long and fascinating past, places like Florence and Muscle Shoals have brought an impressive […]

The New Nashville: North Alabama fosters music industry growth and tourism

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July 27, 2023