A new exhibition at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum traces how a quiet Alabama town became a recording epicenter, shaping generations of artists.

What began as one family’s response to a diagnosis has, over three decades, grown into one of Alabama’s most impactful engines for breast cancer research.

As we started pulling together events from across the state this week, one thing became clear—there’s no shortage of things to do. No matter where you are in Alabama, there’s something happening nearby. From celebrating spring harvests in Cullman to live music in Birmingham or a high-speed weekend in Talladega, the options are wide-ranging. And […]

In a town of about 150 people, nearly 1,000 visitors will gather this April for a weekend that turns a quiet place into one of Alabama’s most vibrant cultural gatherings.

The Young Supporters Board (YSB) of the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is hosting the third annual Palate & Palette, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the best of Birmingham’s local talent in food, art, and music.

A Greek tradition with ceremonial crimson eggs enriches a family’s Easter celebrations.

Mark your calendars, because it’s almost time for you to Get In The Loop! The streets of downtown Dothan are about to pulse with rhythm, color, and creativity.

Looking for a way to spend a Saturday afternoon downtown? The Pizitz Food Hall is bringing live music back to its courtyard this spring with a new outdoor concert series. Set against the backdrop of one of the city’s most dynamic gathering spaces, the series will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. on select […]

Through its Good Community Food initiative and flagship Good School Food program, Jones Valley Teaching Farm demonstrates that access to nutritious food, paired with hands-on education, is powerful preventative medicine.

From coastal crawfish boils to springtime traditions and community gatherings, Alabama is taking full advantage of this beautiful season. Warmer days and longer evenings are setting the stage for festivals, friendly competitions, and can’t-miss local experiences across the state. This week’s lineup is full of variety, with each event offering something entirely its own, proving […]

So often, the spring season is associated with “spring cleaning,” a time where we deep clean homes, spruce up our landscaping, and refresh our decor. However, we often forget that our body and mind could use a TLC, too.

Five Alabama shopping districts have earned national recognition after being named among the most “envied” retail destinations in the country, according to a new ranking from financial media company MarketBeat.

We have bounced back to some colder weather this past week here in Alabama, but do not fear! The warm spring weather will be returning shortly and with that comes a slew of events to be enjoyed next week all across the state! From live music to performing arts and festivals, next week will be […]

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 behind Alabama Shakes—joined a large group of performers for a tribute to the film’s music. The performance centered on the song “I Lied to You,” […]

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

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

The story of Gee’s Bend traveled full circle — from the quiet banks of the Alabama River to the global stage of QuiltCon 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Nearly a dozen Gee’s Bend quilters captivated more than 25,000 attendees at the world’s largest modern quilting event, serving as Featured Artists and sharing the bold artistry, […]

As we mark International Women’s Day, we celebrate a century of remarkable Alabama women whose achievements remind us of the power of determination, resilience, and leadership across every generation.

As always, this week is full of unique and lively events for Alabamians with interests of all kinds.

Cullman is ready to celebrate its agricultural heritage as the 87th annual Alabama Strawberry Festival returns to Depot Park and the Festhalle Farmers Market on April 24–25. Officially recognized by Gov. Kay Ivey in 2023 as the Alabama Strawberry Festival, the event is considered the state’s longest running strawberry celebration and honors a tradition that […]

As a student of language, I love learning the “untranslatable” words when I travel. These are words that don’t have direct correlation with a word in English, and to me, they are the most special–because they reveal an aspect of the culture that almost feels like a secret.  And as I grew restless in my […]